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Field notes for the wilderness  by Sarah Bessey

Field notes for the wilderness

Sarah Bessey

"A nurturing and hopeful collection of practices to help an emerging generation of Christians reconnect to their faith, find inner healing, and build spiritual community-from Glennon Doyle's "favorite faith writer" and the New York Times bestselling author of...

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Flight of the Bön monks  by Harvey Rice

Flight of the Bön monks

Harvey Rice

"Providing an inside view into the Chinese occupation of Tibet and the tenets of Bön, one of the world's oldest but least known religions, this book chronicles the true story of three Bön monks who heroically escaped occupied Tibet and went on to rebuild their...

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Quantum spirituality  by Peter Canova

Quantum spirituality

Peter Canova

"Explains how the perennial principles of Gnosticism, a repository of Judeo-Christian mysticism, describe major theories of quantum physics, such as the Big Bang, parallel universes, the Holographic Universe theory, and Einstein's Relativity. Shows how these...

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The power of Du'a  by Aliyah Umm Raiyaan

The power of Du'a

Aliyah Umm Raiyaan

"In The Power of Du'a, Aliyah Umm Raiyaan takes you on a journey that shows how faith and practising du'a can transform your life. Featuring inspirational real-life stories from those who have experienced miraculous results from living with du'a, this book is...

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For times such as these  by Ariana Katz

For times such as these

Ariana Katz

"With a chapter for each month of the Hebrew calendar, For Time Such as These offers spiritual practices and holiday rituals rooted in movements for racial justice, decolonization, feminism, and queer and trans liberation. Rabbi Ariana Katz and Rabbi Jessica...

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When things don't go your way  by author Hyemin

When things don't go your way

author Hyemin

"From renowned Zen Buddhist teacher Haemin Sunim, a guide to turning life's challenges into opportunities for self-discovery Have you ever felt like life has thrown you a curveball? Are you struggling to overcome unexpected challenges and setbacks? While loss,...

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Pagan America  by John Daniel Davidson

Pagan America

John Daniel Davidson

"We live in an anxious age. Long-held certainties, cherished beliefs, and social trust are crumbling. Don't expect things to get better. For too long we have taken our Christian heritage--the heritage upon which America was built--for granted. But we're...

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Falling upward  by Richard Rohr

Falling upward

Richard Rohr

"We grow much more spiritually by doing life wrong than by doing it right. However, many people and institutions remain in "the first half of life" forever, preoccupied with climbing, achieving, and performing. But if you knew there was more to the journey,...

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The promise of a sacred world  by 1969- author. Nagapriya

The promise of a sacred world

1969- author. Nagapriya

"An accessible guide to the core teaching of Japanese Buddhist master, Shinran. Nagapriya brings alive for a contemporary audience the 'Other Power' teaching of Shinran, the thirteenth-century founder of Jodo Shinshu, the most widely practised branch of...

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Deceived no more  by Doreen Virtue

Deceived no more

Doreen Virtue

"In this brilliant, utterly captivating memoir, Doreen Virtue chronicles her journey in discovering everything she believed in was a lie. She poignantly shares the price she's paid for following Jesus. New Age teachings are based on concepts that sound almost...

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The Amen effect  by Sharon Brous

The Amen effect

Sharon Brous

"From one of our country's most prominent rabbis, an inspiring book about the power of community based on one of her most impactful sermons. In 2013, Rabbi Sharon Brous gave a sermon in which she preached the need-in an era riven by loneliness, social...

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When God seems gone  by Adam Mabry

When God seems gone

Adam Mabry

"What do you do when it feels like God isn't there-when the state of the world, our own suffering, or the struggles of those we know suggest that God is absent? When you've experienced soul-crushing silence from heaven, despite your fervent supplications?...

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Reflections on the Psalms  by C. S. (Clive Staples) Lewis

Reflections on the Psalms

C. S. (Clive Staples) Lewis

"In this wise and enlightening book, C. S. Lewis the great British writer, scholar, lay theologian, broadcaster, Christian apologist, and bestselling author of Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, The Chronicles of Narnia, and many...

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Jesus and the powers  by N. T. (Nicholas Thomas) Wright

Jesus and the powers

N. T. (Nicholas Thomas) Wright

"Should Christians be politically withdrawn, avoiding participation in politics to maintain their prophetic voice and keep from being used as political pawns? Or should Christians be actively involved, seeking to control and utilize political systems to...

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Into the heart of Romans  by N. T. (Nicholas Thomas) Wright

Into the heart of Romans

N. T. (Nicholas Thomas) Wright

"An in-depth study of Romans from today's foremost interpreter of Paul. Romans is often and for good reason considered a crux of Christian thought and theology, the greatest of Paul's letters. And within Romans, chapter 8 is one of the most spectacular pieces...

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Fangufangu Mana  by Graeme McNae

Fangufangu Mana

Graeme McNae

Like the sound of the fangufangu mana nose flute heard in the morning air, awakening sleepers and banishing lies, the gospel makes its invitation. Graeme and Colleen McNae heeded the call and set off for Tonga with their young family to spread the news. What...

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How to escape from Hell  by David Gerrelli

How to escape from Hell

David Gerrelli

"How to Escape from Hell: Studies & Interpretations of the Afterlife explores one of humanities most important questions, "What happens when we die, what is Hell, and am I going there?" A near-death experience (NDE) is a profound personal experience associated...

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Coming to faith through Dawkins

Coming to faith through Dawkins

""Consists of twelve essays written by twelve different authors from five different countries who all have one thing in common: they were once atheists or agnostics but then came to Christian faith through engaging with the thinking of the New Atheist Richard...

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Advice not given  by Mark Epstein

Advice not given

Mark Epstein

"Our ego, and its accompanying sense of nagging self-doubt as we work to be bigger, better, smarter, and more in control, is one affliction we all share. And while our ego claims to have our best interests at heart, in its never-ending pursuit of attention and...

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Conspiracy theorizing  by Gerald A. Arbuckle

Conspiracy theorizing

Gerald A. Arbuckle

"Conspiracy Theorizing explore how should individuals with the Christian faith should react to conspiracy theories, their untruths, and their dangers. This book outlines the way that conspiracy theories are the fundamental basis for this stigmatization and...

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Of kings and prophets  by Mark Rutland

Of kings and prophets

Mark Rutland

"Power is only as strong as the authority that sustains it. This book will help you be a better leader. It will help you receive a healthy dose of accountability through applied spiritual authority. The biblical prophets did not live or prophesy in a...

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The garden within  by Anita L. Phillips

The garden within

Anita L. Phillips

"In this game-changing book, trauma therapist and mental health expert Dr. Anita Phillips reveals how embracing emotion is the key to living your most powerful life. Just as gardens thrive in good ground, the abundant life you've been seeking can only be grown...

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American Zion  by Benjamin E. Park

American Zion

Benjamin E. Park

"The first major history of Mormonism in a decade, drawing on newly available sources to reveal a profoundly divided faith that has nevertheless shaped the nation"--Publisher's description.

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Impossible monsters  by Michael (Michael Hugh) Taylor

Impossible monsters

Michael (Michael Hugh) Taylor

"From fossil-hunting to the end of faith- a gripping narrative history of the seventy-five-year culture war that transformed how we think about the universe and our place in it. In 1811, when the self-schooled daughter of a carpenter pulled some...

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Zen is right now

Zen is right now

"Shunryu Suzuki's extraordinary gift for presenting traditional Zen teachings using ordinary language is well-known to the countless readers of Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind. In Zen Is Right Now-a companion volume to Zen Is Right Here-Suzuki's teachings are...

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Questioning Evangelism  by Randy Newman

Questioning Evangelism

Randy Newman

"There was something different about the way Jesus communicated with the lost: He didn't force answers upon people; He asked questions. So why don't we? Campus ministry veteran Randy Newman has been using a questioning style of evangelism for years. In this...

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Unfettered  by Mandy Smith

Unfettered

Mandy Smith

"Western culture is in a tailspin, and Christian faith is entangled in it: we do kingdom things in empire ways. Western approaches to faith leave us feeling depressed, doubting, anxious, and burned out. We know something is wrong with the way we do faith and...

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When loving him is hurting you  by David Hawkins

When loving him is hurting you

David Hawkins

"You've fallen in love with a man who's in love with himself-- and the emotional pain his behavior causes you is very real. Dr. David Hawkins shares the truths, wisdom, and grace you need to spark change, set boundaries, and experience healing"--Publisher's...

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Untangle your emotions  by Jennie Allen

Untangle your emotions

Jennie Allen

"The New York Times bestselling author of Get Out of Your Head provides a revolutionary path to embracing a healthy relationship with your emotions, one that leads to life-giving connection with God and others as well as to a richer understanding of...

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Heresy  by Catherine Nixey

Heresy

Catherine Nixey

"'In the beginning was the Word,' says the Gospel of John. This sentence - and the words of all four gospels - is central to the teachings of the Christian church and has shaped Western art, literature and language, and the Western mind. Yet in the years after...

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Reading Genesis  by Marilynne Robinson

Reading Genesis

Marilynne Robinson

"For generations, the Book of Genesis has been treated by scholars as a collection of documents by various hands expressing different factional interests, with borrowings from other ancient literatures that mark the text as derivative. In other words, academic...

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Enough is enough  by David E. Clarke

Enough is enough

David E. Clarke

"David Clarke, a psychologist specializing in marital therapy, wants to help you find refuge from your abusive relationship. You need to get out so you can sort it out. Because only with some distance will you be able to see what your loving, ever-faithful God...

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Tenderness  by Eve Tushnet

Tenderness

Eve Tushnet

"What would happen if gay Christians began to believe the truth about God-that he loves all people unconditionally?In Tenderness, Catholic writer and speaker Eve Tushnet says trusting God's love would be the beginning of a transformation, not only in the lives...

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Ethnic flames of the burning bush  by Tokerau Joseph

Ethnic flames of the burning bush

Tokerau Joseph

''For some people, cross-cultural experiences can be meaningful and enriching; for others they can be distressing and painful. People can either continue to work through ethnically and culturally diverse relations or they can retreat into ones that reflect...

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The meaning of marriage  by Timothy Keller

The meaning of marriage

Timothy Keller

"Based on the acclaimed sermon series by New York Times bestselling author Timothy Keller, this book shows everyone--Christians, skeptics, singles, longtime married couples, and those about to be engaged--the vision of what marriage should be according to the...

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When religion hurts you  by Laura E. Anderson

When religion hurts you

Laura E. Anderson

"Religious trauma is something that happens far more often than most people realize. But religious trauma is trauma. In When Religion Hurts You, Dr. Laura Anderson takes an honest look at a side of religion that few like to talk about. Drawing from her own...

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Tibetan Buddhism  by Kanbu Suodaji

Tibetan Buddhism

Kanbu Suodaji

"Everyone can benefit from the insight and tools contained in the foundations of Tibetan Buddhism when they find the right guide. In this book, Khenpo Sodargye, who has attracted hundreds of thousands of students worldwide with his concise, easy-to-follow...

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15 ways to live longer and healthier  by Joel Osteen

15 ways to live longer and healthier

Joel Osteen

"Are you ready to live with more joy, less stress, and improve virtually every aspect of your life? What if a healthy, abundant, joyful, faith-filled life is within reach? What if you could increase your energy, vitality, and happiness, and stop dragging...

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Relic  by Ed (Writer) Simon

Relic

Ed (Writer) Simon

".Relic explores how a bit of bone, a scrap of rag, a chip of wood - the most prosaic of materials - have often been endowed by faith, tradition, and culture with a sense of the sacred"--Publisher's description.

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Mine is the kingdom  by David Hardaker

Mine is the kingdom

David Hardaker

"In 2023 the curtain finally came down on Brian Houston. The rock star of Pentecostalism, former Global Senior Pastor of Hillsong Church, was acquitted of concealing his father's sexual abuse of a minor, but it was too late. His glittering megachurch had...

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The Bible with and without Jesus  by Amy-Jill Levine

The Bible with and without Jesus

Amy-Jill Levine

"The editors of The Jewish Annotated New Testament show how and why Jews and Christians read many of the same Biblical texts - including passages from the Pentateuch, the Prophets, and the Psalms - differently. Exploring and explaining these diverse...

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Come forth  by James. author. Martin

Come forth

James. author. Martin

"In this wise and compassionate book, New York Times bestselling author Father James Martin, SJ, explores the story of Jesus's greatest miracle-the raising of Lazarus from the dead-and what Jesus means when he calls each of us to "come forth." Meditatively and...

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Loving our own bones  by Julia Watts Belser

Loving our own bones

Julia Watts Belser

"Open the Bible, and disability is everywhere. Moses stutters and thinks himself unable to answer God's call. Isaac's blindness lets his wife trick him into bestowing his blessing on his younger son. Jesus heals the sick the blind, the paralyzed, and the...

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This dream is not for you  by Wade Joye

This dream is not for you

Wade Joye

"The dreams we have for our life are dangerous. Here, speaker and Bible teacher Wade Joye encourages us to let go of our dreams, surrender our lives to God, and truly live. "Follow your dreams" is the self-help message of our day. In our schools and...

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Encountering God

Encountering God

"How can churches contribute to bringing about healing in our troubled world? Has Christianity been a force for good in the world? Is it still today? At the 2020 conference of the Association of Practical Theology in Oceania (APTO), these were the serious...

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Rule your day  by Joel Osteen

Rule your day

Joel Osteen

"You would like to savor each moment, grow into your best life, engage in productive relationships, and see your dreams come to pass. But distractions, delays, and disappointments relentlessly hijack your plans and undermine your good intentions. While you...

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Chicken soup for the soul

Chicken soup for the soul

"Miracles happen every day, to people just like you. And angels are all around us - we just need to keep our eyes and hearts open to them. You'll be inspired, awed and comforted by these 101 true stories from people who've been visited by angels and blessed by...

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You are still a mother  by Jackie Gibson

You are still a mother

Jackie Gibson

"A companion through the emotions, questions, and feelings that arise when grieving a stillbirth or miscarriage, providing reassurance that God offers comfort"--Publisher's description.

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Gods, heroes and monsters  by Mark (Freelance writer) Daniels

Gods, heroes and monsters

Mark (Freelance writer) Daniels

"Since the dawn of communication, humankind has looked around itself and used myths and legends to make sense of the world.Imaginative tales of goddesses, heroes, villains and beasts bring understanding to the biggest questions in life: Who made the world?...

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The surprising rebirth of belief in God  by Justin Brierley

The surprising rebirth of belief in God

Justin Brierley

"Could we be witnessing a return of belief in our generation? Justin Brierley is convinced that in our time we are witnessing a growing wave of faith. Famously described as the "long, withdrawing roar" of the "Sea of Faith," the Christian narrative that shaped...

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Native American spiritualism  by L. M. Arroyo

Native American spiritualism

L. M. Arroyo

"The spiritual practices of Native Americans are as diverse and bountiful as the Nations themselves, renowned for their inextricable ties to nature and geographical location. Today, many Indigenous customs are still conflated and misunderstood, even though...

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Against liberal theology  by Roger E. Olson

Against liberal theology

Roger E. Olson

"Liberal Christian theology is a big topic in today's churches and seminaries. But what does liberal theology really mean and why is it so controversial? What does it actually believe about truth, Scripture, and Jesus Christ? And where does it lead? The term...

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The toxic war on masculinity  by Nancy Pearcey

The toxic war on masculinity

Nancy Pearcey

"How did an ideology arise that condemns masculinity as dangerous and destructive? Bestselling author Nancy Pearcey has a knack for tackling the tough issues of our day. A former agnostic, Pearcey was hailed in The Economist as "America's pre-eminent...

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The life you've always wanted  by John Ortberg

The life you've always wanted

John Ortberg

"The heart of Christianity is about transformation -- about a God who isn't just concerned with our "spiritual lives," but who wants to impact every aspect of living. It's realizing that God meets us not in a monastery but on Main Street, and that all of...

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The cauldron and the drum  by Rhonda McCrimmon

The cauldron and the drum

Rhonda McCrimmon

"Celtic shamanism (aka European shamanism) is an ancient spiritual tradition whose origin predates the arrival of Christianity in northern Europe. One of the central beliefs of Celtic shamanism is that the spirituality you seek is inside you. In this...

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The shaman's path to freedom  by Jose Ruiz

The shaman's path to freedom

Jose Ruiz

"Humanity is in crisis. War, poverty, environmental disasters, and more have brought the planet to a tipping point. In our personal lives, many of us carry deep-seated fear, resentment, anger, and even hatred for others and ourselves. Since ancient times,...

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Gaia  by Irisanya Moon

Gaia

Irisanya Moon

"Learning about Gaia is learning about ourselves and our relationships with each other. From the stories and myth to modern exploration and activism, we can move from a tenuous relationship to one that is reciprocal and necessary in the increasing proof of...

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You are here  by Thích Nhất Hạnh

You are here

Thích Nhất Hạnh

"This moment is the gateway to enlightenment. It is the only moment we have to be joyful, mindful, and awake. The key is to be there for yourself--to learn to be fully present in your life. This, Thich Nhat Hanh explains, is the heart of Buddhist practice. In...

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Everyday Dharma  by Suneel Gupta

Everyday Dharma

Suneel Gupta

"Find your dharma, your inner calling, and learn to integrate ambition, work, and wellbeing to create a balanced, joyous life with this practical, life-changing guide from the beloved speaker, bestselling author, and co-founder of the Gross National Happiness...

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The astral geographic  by Andy Sharp

The astral geographic

Andy Sharp

"This ground-breaking new approach to the history of magic explores the occult through geography, inviting you to embark on ten astral travel journeys that span centuries and continents. Each itinerary comes complete with a route map, postcards of the sites,...

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How to read the Bible (as if your life depends on it)  by Michael Youssef

How to read the Bible (as if your life depends on it)

Michael Youssef

"As fewer Christians read the Bible daily, fewer understand what a marvelous revelation it is from God to man. How to Read the Bible (as If Your Life Depends on It) offers believers and nonbelievers alike a new appreciation for the Bible, helping them to read...

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When things fall apart  by Pema Chödrön

When things fall apart

Pema Chödrön

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"The usual advice for coping with pain and suffering is to sweeten it up, smooth it over, take a pill. But distraction only makes you miss opportunities for happiness - when the courage to live in the present can bring clarity, and even spiritual...

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Practicing the way  by John Mark Comer

Practicing the way

John Mark Comer

"We are constantly being formed by the world around us. To be formed by Jesus will require us to become his apprentice. To live by what the first Christian disciples called a Rule of Life--a set of practices and relational rhythms that slow us down and open up...

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Nada yoga  by Sangeeta Laura Biagi

Nada yoga

Sangeeta Laura Biagi

"Nada Yoga may be translated as the Yoga of Vibration and Sound. Its teachings are both ancient and applicable to our contemporary Yoga practice as they help refine our inner listening skills and support the healthy expression of our voice. This contemporary...

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The little book of mantras  by Katalin Patnaik

The little book of mantras

Katalin Patnaik

"For yoga and meditation practice, for daily affirmation and mental health, for manifestation and cleansing, and for setting specific intentions, here are over 100 mantras for different times of the day, such as at meals, with exercise or spiritual practice...

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Dealing with Azazel  by Anne Hamilton

Dealing with Azazel

Anne Hamilton

""I am your only friend." That's the playbook line that works so superbly for the spirit of rejection. Most of us fall for it without even realising that our coping mechanisms-fight, flight, freeze, flatter, forestall or forget-are actually undermining our...

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Damaged but not destroyed study guide  by Michael (Pastor) Todd

Damaged but not destroyed study guide

Michael (Pastor) Todd

"Step into God's bold future for your life. Life has knocked you down--more than once. Your own mistakes have taken you down too, or at least made it harder to get up. But there's good news: God is not done with you yet. As someone who's experienced...

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Sonorous desert  by Kim Haines-Eitzen

Sonorous desert

Kim Haines-Eitzen

"Deserts have a long religious history. Think of the biblical stories of the ancient Israelites migrating through deserts after they had been freed from slavery in Egypt, and the stories from the New Testament of Jesus being tempted in the desert. Early...

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The Nirvana express  by Mick Brown

The Nirvana express

Mick Brown

"In 1897, an Indian yogi named Bava Lachman Dass exhibited himself at the Westminster Aquarium in London, demonstrating forty-eight yoga positions to a bemused audience. Mick Brown's vivid account charts the eccentric history of the West's evolving love affair...

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Pause & reflect

Pause & reflect

"One Voice Press presents the fourth title in the Pause & Reflect series, a compilation from the Bahai writings on the topic of community. Our relationships and collaborations with others are vital aspects of our existence and our ability to thrive. A...

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Beatrice's last smile  by Mark Gregory Pegg

Beatrice's last smile

Mark Gregory Pegg

"In early March 203, Vibia Perpetua, a twenty-two-year-old noble Roman mother, was arrested in Thuburbo Minus--a small town on the North African coast--for being Christian, along with three men and a pregnant slave girl named Felicity. She and the other...

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The time of the signs  by Barry Stagner

The time of the signs

Barry Stagner

"When the disciples asked Jesus how to anticipate His return, He gave a remarkably detailed answer. As you study the signs Jesus pointed to, you'll see amazing evidence that we are living in the very time of these signs-and gain a clear understanding of what...

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The kingdom, the power, and the glory  by Tim Alberta

The kingdom, the power, and the glory

Tim Alberta

"For millions of conservative Christians, America is their kingdom--a land set apart, a nation uniquely blessed, a people in special covenant with God. This love of country, however, has given way to right-wing nationalist fervor, a reckless blood-and-soil...

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Hamlet's mill  by Giorgio De Santillana

Hamlet's mill

Giorgio De Santillana

"In this classic work of scientific and philosophical inquiry, the authors track world myths to a common origin in early man's descriptions of cosmological activity, arguing that these remnants of ancient astronomy, suppressed by the Greeks and Romans and then...

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The sacred Gathas of Zarathushtra & the Old Avestan canon

The sacred Gathas of Zarathushtra & the Old Avestan canon

"Zarathushtra's Gathas & the Old Avestan canon are the central texts of Zoroastrianism, one of the oldest continuously practiced religions in the world that has had a vast influence on the development of many other religions, philosophies, global ethics and...

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Taoist Nei Dan inner meditation  by David Twicken

Taoist Nei Dan inner meditation

David Twicken

"Based on the ancient wisdom of the Taoist tradition, this book translates cryptic, alchemical language into an accessible and straightforward guide to Nei Dan using everyday terms. Focussing on breath work, meditations, and series of movements founded in qi...

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Druidism  by Thomas Victor

Druidism

Thomas Victor

"Do you want to learn about the connection between the Celts and the druids? Have you ever been curious about the differences between ancient and modern druids? Are you interested in discovering the druids' beliefs and principles? Do you want to learn about...

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Reflective meditation  by Linda Modaro

Reflective meditation

Linda Modaro

"This book provides clear instructions and guidance on how to develop your own Reflective Meditation practice, as well as a sensitive and intelligent overview of basic early Buddhist teachings"--Publisher's description.

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God needs to go  by J. D. Brucker

God needs to go

J. D. Brucker

"To many, Christianity is the answer. It brings comfort, purpose, and sense of pride. These feelings mean so much to the Christian. But are these feelings justified? Do Christians have good reason to trust the truth of their beliefs? Author J. D. Brucker...

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The Druid Grove Handbook  by John Michael Greer

The Druid Grove Handbook

John Michael Greer

"Since its origins in the early eighteenth century, Druidry-a modern movement of nature spirituality drawing much of its inspiration from Celtic tradition-has evolved a rich body of ceremonial and collective practice. Celebrated privately within groves this...

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Karma & reincarnation in the animal kingdom  by David Barreto

Karma & reincarnation in the animal kingdom

David Barreto

"Investigates the spiritual anatomy and evolution of animals. Examines the anatomy of the spiritual bodies of animals, including their aura, etheric fields, chakras, and mental, astral, and buddhic bodies. Details how reincarnation and karma work in the animal...

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Conjuring the Calabash  by Mawiyah Kai El-Jamah Bomani

Conjuring the Calabash

Mawiyah Kai El-Jamah Bomani

"Authentic and unapologetic, this guide to magical spirituality empowers women of color to take back the power to heal and shine under their own strength. Written by an accomplished Hoodoo practitioner, this book features spells, recipes, and rituals that help...

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The gospel of J. Edgar Hoover  by Lerone A. Martin

The gospel of J. Edgar Hoover

Lerone A. Martin

""This book examines one powerful but largely neglected ally of this rising white conservative coalition: J. Edgar Hoover and the FBI he led for almost a half-century. Revered by the evangelical faithful, Hoover was a powerful ally of and partner to the...

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The Adawe way  by Jonathan Jacobs

The Adawe way

Jonathan Jacobs

"An old Ottawa chief, himself a boarding school survivor, cherishes the stories of his people and has hidden them in his heart. One night, while sitting around a fire, he reveals the sacred ways of his people to his grandson who must now commit them to memory...

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With God you are never alone  by Pope Benedict XVI

With God you are never alone

Pope Benedict XVI

"The Pontificate of Pope Benedict XVI was in many ways a period of great turbulence, the scandal of clerical abuse, the Regensburg speech which inflamed the Muslim world, the Vati-Leaks episode, which some have described as a battle between good and evil. And...

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Myth and meaning  by Joseph Campbell

Myth and meaning

Joseph Campbell

"A wide-ranging collection of insights from legendary mythologist Joseph Campbell compiled from rare and previously unpublished interviews. Includes some of Campbell's most thoughtful responses to an array of interviewers, including the historian Studs Terkel,...

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Holy runaways  by Matthias Roberts

Holy runaways

Matthias Roberts

"Holy Runaways speaks to people who are feeling ignored, oppressed, or rejected by their religious community and church, offering a path forward built on speaking truth, deep listening, and acting with compassion. In the past decade, church attendance among US...

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Undone  by Philip Yancey

Undone

Philip Yancey

"As the world entered a long dark night, Philip Yancey returned to a nearly 400-year-old manuscript for guidance. In it, he found a trustworthy companion for living through a global pandemic - or any other crisis. As Yancey says, "Nothing had prepared me for...

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African religions  by Clara Robinson

African religions

Clara Robinson

"As the title implies, the topic of this book is the different religious practices originating from Africa. Some African religions show similarities in beliefs and practices. However, as you'll soon learn, different African territories and their cultures have...

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God is red  by Vine Deloria

God is red

Vine Deloria

""A 50th anniversary revised edition of the beloved classic, God is Red. First published in 1972, Vine Deloria Jr.'s God Is Red 50th Anniversary Edition remains the seminal work on Native religious views, asking new questions about our species and our ultimate...

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