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The yogi's way  by Reema Datta

The yogi's way

Reema Datta

"Celebrated yogi Reema Datta adapts her world-renowned 12-week course into a book format that combines the ancient practice of yoga with modern science. The result is a practical method for attaining emotional well-being, physical health, and spiritual...

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Your personal horoscope 2026  by Lars Mellis

Your personal horoscope 2026

Lars Mellis

"Your complete one-volume guide to the year 2026. This fantastic and in-depth book includes month-by-month forecasts for every sign and all you need to know to find out what is in store for you in the year ahead. The only one-volume horoscope you'll ever need....

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Holy places  by Kathryn Hurlock

Holy places

Kathryn Hurlock

"An exploration of pilgrimage, through 19 breath-taking sights across the globe. This year, as they have for millennia, people will set out on pilgrimages. From Mecca to the Outer Hebrides, each of these journeys will be filled with spiritual and personal...

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The other half of church  by Jim Wilder

The other half of church

Jim Wilder

"In The Other Half of Church, pastor Michel Hendricks and neurotheologian Jim Hendricks couple brain science and the Bible to identify how to overcome spiritual stagnation by living a full-brained faith. They also identify the four ingredients necessary to...

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The books of Enoch Revealed  by Tobias Churton

The books of Enoch Revealed

Tobias Churton

"The first comprehensive examination of the Book of Enoch and its prophecies, origins, and history. Examines in depth Enoch's full story of the Watchers, the fallen angels who came to Earth and shared corrupting forbidden knowledge. Explores how Enoch was a...

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The crisis of colonial Anglicanism  by Martyn Percy

The crisis of colonial Anglicanism

Martyn Percy

"This book offers a bold and unsettling truth: the British Empire and Great Britain are primarily English constructions, and the Church of England benefited from English enterprise and exploitation, serving as the spiritual arm of the imperial project. English...

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This here flesh  by Cole Arthur Riley

This here flesh

Cole Arthur Riley

"'From the womb, we must repeat with regularity that to love ourselves is to survive. I believe that is what my father wanted for me and knew I would so desperately need: a tool for survival, the truth of my dignity named like a mercy new each morning.' So...

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Cherished belonging  by Gregory Boyle

Cherished belonging

Gregory Boyle

"A Jesuit priest's work with gang members inspires a vision of compassionate community and radical kindness, promoting the idea that everyone is inherently good and that we all belong to each other"--Publisher's description.

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Pray bold  by Joel Osteen

Pray bold

Joel Osteen

"At any given moment, God is ready to jump into our lives and act on our circumstances. But we spend so much time overwhelmed by the demands of daily life that we forget the amazing power we have access to as children of God. Our lives are dull and our...

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Stars, cards, and stones  by Kooch N. Daniels

Stars, cards, and stones

Kooch N. Daniels

"Unveil the rich foundations of astrology, Tarot, and runes with *Stars, Cards, and Stones*, a captivating guide that explores the intricate connections between these mystical systems. This book reveals how these divination tools interrelate and how to blend...

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Misled  by Allen Parr

Misled

Allen Parr

"The gospel is under attack today--not only from outside cultural forces but also from within the church. In Misled, popular YouTuber and Bible teacher Allen Parr equips readers to identify and withstand seven of the most common false teachings that undermine...

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How to kill a witch  by Claire Mitchell

How to kill a witch

Claire Mitchell

"As a woman, if you lived in Scotland in the 1500s, there was a very good chance that you, or someone you knew, would be tried as a witch. Witch hunts ripped through the country for over 150 years, with at least 4,000 accused, and with many women's fates...

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The spirit of Shinto  by Héctor García

The spirit of Shinto

Héctor García

"An immersive look at Japan's indigenous religion and how it can impact our daily lives. In The Spirit of Shinto, longtime Japan resident and bestselling author Hector Garcia (Ikigai: the Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life and The Book of Ichigo Ichie)...

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Meditation for modern madness  by Dzogchen Rinpoche VII Jigme Losel Wangpo

Meditation for modern madness

Dzogchen Rinpoche VII Jigme Losel W...

"You don't need to get enlightened again or to make your enlightenment better. It's not something you have to create or believe in. You just need to recognize who you already are. Dzogchen is an ancient Tibetan tradition that is perfect for countering the...

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I want you to be happy  by Pope Francis

I want you to be happy

Pope Francis

"Happiness is not just a fleeting feeling--it is a deep and abiding sense of peace, love, and purpose that comes from living in harmony with God's will. In I Want You to Be Happy, Pope Francis speaks directly to your heart, offering wisdom, encouragement, and...

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Transforming the legacy  by Cyndi Dale

Transforming the legacy

Cyndi Dale

"A unique subtle body approach to heal issues caused by ancestral lineage and inherited patterns, for personal and legacy transformation"--Publisher's description.

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Christian faith and practice in the experience of the Society of Friends.

Christian faith and practice in the experience of the Society of Friends.

Created to provide support, guidance and growth to the spiritual lives of Friends. By serving as a reference of our values, witness and tradition, the book connects our small community spread across a large country. Unlike a document that records directives...

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Going within  by Shirley MacLaine

Going within

Shirley MacLaine

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Modern witchcraft  by Lorraine Monteagut

Modern witchcraft

Lorraine Monteagut

"The stigma around witchcraft is fading, and Modern Witchcraft For Dummies is here to introduce you to the history, traditions, and practices of an ever-evolving spiritual path. This fun and globally minded guide goes beyond Wicca and European paganism, giving...

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Relaxed  by Megan Fate Marshman

Relaxed

Megan Fate Marshman

"We often try to do a lot for God--without him. Relaxed is a call to let go of spiritual performance, reject our cultural tendency to live under pressure, and find freedom to walk with God and toward God, one gentle step at a time.Jesus was never in a hurry to...

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A very British cult  by Stuart Flinders

A very British cult

Stuart Flinders

"Expertly drawing on primary sources to tell the story of the Agapemonites in details for the first time, Stuart Flinders shines a light on the people drawn to the cult -- the forced marriages; the swindled fortunes; the women condemned to asylums; and those...

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Light on the Mahābhārata  by Nicholas Sutton

Light on the Mahābhārata

Nicholas Sutton

"In this in-depth, engaging guide to the Mahabharata, Hindu Studies scholar Nicholas Sutton explores the central messages of the work's core narratives and passages of instruction, demonstrating how the questions the text poses are as relevant today as they...

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The wood between the worlds  by Brian Zahnd

The wood between the worlds

Brian Zahnd

"Everything that can be known about God is in some way present at the cross. The cross of Christ is the wood between the worlds. There is the world that was and the world to come, and in between those two worlds is the wood upon which the Son of God was hung....

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The future human  by Lee Harris

The future human

Lee Harris

"An ongoing conversation with 'the Z's,' a group of multidimensional beings who offer benevolent advice to guide the spiritual development of humanity. In this installment, author Lee Harris and Regina Meredith, host of Open Minds on Gaia TV, talk with the Z's...

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An artist's guide to tarot

An artist's guide to tarot

"Modern tarot enthusiasts come from a variety of backgrounds and cultures around the world, and artists in particular have become fascinated by the mythical imagery of the cards. Tarot, originally a popular card game in fifteenth-century Italy, came to be used...

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Spellcraft  by Silver Raven

Spellcraft

Silver Raven

"This guide has everything you need to get started in your spellcraft, from the principles behind magic, as well as sections on the tools you need, how to set up an altar, how to devise a ritual, and how to work with spirit allies, deities, ancestors and...

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Walking through deconstruction  by Ian Harber

Walking through deconstruction

Ian Harber

"However you define it, deconstruction is impossible to deny."I'm deconstructing my faith." As any pastor can tell you, hearing these words is simply a regular feature of ministry these days. How we respond to those who are deconstructing will reveal the kind...

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15 success principles for self-realization  by Sara Landon

15 success principles for self-realization

Sara Landon

"Based on core teachings from The Council, a group of ascended beings with an expanded view of our human reality, this book introduces 15 essential steps to follow on the journey of self-realization. The Council, channeled by Sara Landon, defines...

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How the Talmud can change your life  by Liel Leibovitz

How the Talmud can change your life

Liel Leibovitz

"A witty and wide-ranging exploration of a book that has perplexed and delighted people for centuries: the Talmud. For numerous centuries, the Talmud--an extraordinary work of Jewish ethics, law, and tradition--has compelled readers to grapple with how to live...

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Ostara  by Kerri Connor

Ostara

Kerri Connor

"Ostara--also known as the Spring Equinox--is a time of renewal, a time to plant seeds as the earth once again comes to life. This guide to the history and modern celebrations of Ostara shows you how to perform rituals and work magic to renew your power and...

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I Ching, the oracle

I Ching, the oracle

"In I Ching, The Oracle, Wen imparts upon readers a foundational understanding of Taoist metaphysics, rooted within the wisdom and knowledge of more than 3,000 years of historical and cultural practice. She specifically draws upon her own experiences to...

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Be a warrior  by Shibu Elayil

Be a warrior

Shibu Elayil

God let prophet who has led souls to Jesus Christ through deliverance. A Christian author from India wrote this book based on Bible principles and foundation. Crux of the book is the bondage that Satan holds on different aspects of human life such as house,...

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Miracles and wonder  by Elaine H. Pagels

Miracles and wonder

Elaine H. Pagels

"From a renowned National Book Award-winning scholar, an extraordinary new account of the life of Jesus that explores the mystery of how a poor young man inspired a religion that reshaped the world. Over the past two thousand years, countless personalities...

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Words for the heart  by Maria Heim

Words for the heart

Maria Heim

"Words for the Heart is a captivating treasury of emotion terms drawn from some of India's earliest classical languages. Inspired by the traditional Indian genre of a "treasury" - a wordbook or anthology of short texts or poems - this collection features 177...

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Preachers, pastors, prophets  by Susannah Grant

Preachers, pastors, prophets

Susannah Grant

"Preachers, Pastors, Prophets draws on a rich collection of archival material and oral interviews to tell the story of the Dominican friars of Aotearoa New Zealand. Heirs to a spiritual tradition dating back to the early thirteenth century, the friars' lives...

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Finishing well  by Bob Buford

Finishing well

Bob Buford

"In "Halftime," bestselling Buford challenged people to move from success to significance in their lives. "Finishing Well" tells the stories of 60 men and women who are doing just that. They have pioneered the art of finishing well, they have answered the...

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The challenge of Acts  by N. T. (Nicholas Thomas) Wright

The challenge of Acts

N. T. (Nicholas Thomas) Wright

"The Acts of the Apostles is a substantial book, sitting right in the middle of the New Testament, looking back to the four Gospels and on to the mission of the early church. It provides a framework for our understanding of the letters; but it does more than...

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Deliver us from evil  by Kris Vallotton

Deliver us from evil

Kris Vallotton

"When You Stand on Truth, You Can't Huddle in Fear. Are you struggling through the fog of fear, anxiety, or depression? Do you feel broken, suffering alone in the shadows? Having experienced crippling bouts of fear, anxiety, and panic that brought him to the...

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Near death experiences  by Anthony Peake

Near death experiences

Anthony Peake

"As the bestselling author of Is there life after death? and Cheating the ferryman, Anthony Peake has studied this topic for over two decades. In this latest follow-up, Peake explores the incredible phenomena of near-death experiences, asking what insights...

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Spells for the apocalypse  by Carmen Spagnola

Spells for the apocalypse

Carmen Spagnola

"An empowering ritual guide for living through turbulent times from a trauma recovery practitioner and practicing witch. Witchcraft, a practice rooted in wellness and healing, has the capacity to transform your life. In this spell book and ritual guide, Carmen...

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Gods, guns and missionaries  by Manu S. Pillai

Gods, guns and missionaries

Manu S. Pillai

"When European missionaries first arrived in India in the sixteenth century, they entered a world both fascinating and bewildering. Hinduism, as they saw it, was a pagan mess: a worship of devils and monsters by a people who burned women alive, performed...

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The eclipse of Christianity  by Rupert Shortt

The eclipse of Christianity

Rupert Shortt

"A call for Christianity to recover its confidence. The mainstream Churches are faltering - or even at risk of dying out - in their Western and Middle Eastern heartlands. Surveys confirm that only a minority of people in a country such as Britain now claim...

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A witch's book of wisdom  by Patricia Telesco

A witch's book of wisdom

Patricia Telesco

"A Witch's Book of Wisdom is the ultimate grimoire of folk spells, offering a unique selection of magical solutions to many of life's problems. Hearken back to a time when the solution to life's problems could be discovered by having a chat with the local wise...

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A pocketful of wonder  by Amanda Dykes

A pocketful of wonder

Amanda Dykes

"In this interactive guidebook, homeschool mom and speaker provides caregivers and families with young kids 50 inspirational pauses and low-prep, nature-focused activities to spark greater joy, wonder, and awe over creation and our Creator"--Publisher's...

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The monastic world  by Andrew Jotischky

The monastic world

Andrew Jotischky

"From the late Roman Empire onwards, monasteries and convents were a common sight throughout Europe. But who were monasteries for? What kind of people founded and maintained them? And how did monasticism change over the thousand years or so of the Middle Ages?...

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Institutes of the Christian religion  by Jean Calvin

Institutes of the Christian religion

Jean Calvin

"John Calvin's greatest work, published in several editions as early as 1536 and finally in this definitive edition in 1559, was intended as a theological introduction to the Bible and a vindication of the principles of the Reformation. The central doctrines...

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The radical path of somatic dharma  by Will Johnson

The radical path of somatic dharma

Will Johnson

"Finding the path to radiance through deeply felt, sitting meditation. Shares practices to show how sitting meditation can be reconnected to lived, bodily experience and help you rediscover your natural somatic radiance. Explores how the modern thought-focused...

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Lost book of spells  by Fiona Horne

Lost book of spells

Fiona Horne

"Lost for many years, this collection draws together over 30 years of spells old and new created by Fiona Horne for everything from traditional topics such as love and relationships, self-care and wellbeing, and money and work, to up-to-the-minute issues such...

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Original blessing  by Matthew Fox

Original blessing

Matthew Fox

"A work intended to uncover the basis of a pessimistic Christianity based on the concept of "original sin" and to recover a spirituality based on the original goodness or "original blessing" of creation"--Publisher's description.

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Living in wonder  by Rod Dreher

Living in wonder

Rod Dreher

"Join the bestselling author of The Benedict Option and Live Not by Lies on an exploration of the mystery and meaning of the supernatural world and discover that the universe is not what we think it is: it is far more strange, exciting, connected, and...

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Magick for transformation  by Brandi Amara Skyy

Magick for transformation

Brandi Amara Skyy

"Alchemise your unique dreams and desires, glean the magickal tools you need and direct them toward your visions and goals to achieve a Wild Dream Life that you never imagined was possible. Build your Wild Dream Life - a life that is designed by you, that...

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Hymnwriters downunder  by Terry Wall

Hymnwriters downunder

Terry Wall

"Explores the role hymns play in worship. What shall we sing today, in this time and place? It examines the hymns written by six contemporary hymnwriters in Aotearoa New Zealand. It identifies themes and emphases, and assesses their contribution. The book...

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Drift no more  by Dan Sheed

Drift no more

Dan Sheed

"Drift no more" is a short exploration of tethered faith, helping you consider four tethering points - Christ, church, tradition and gospel - and how to use these anchors well to experience a flourishing faith."--publisher's information.

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Mere Christianity  by C. S. (Clive Staples) Lewis

Mere Christianity

C. S. (Clive Staples) Lewis

"One of the most popular and beloved introductions to the concept of faith ever written, ‘Mere Christianity’ has sold millions of copies worldwide. The book brings together C.S. Lewis’s legendary radio broadcasts during the war years, in which he set out...

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Being, seeing, making, thinking  by Sue Gardiner

Being, seeing, making, thinking

Sue Gardiner

"Published to celebrate the Chartwell Trust’s 50th anniversary, Being, Seeing, Making, Thinking: 50 Years of the Chartwell Project conveys the passion and energy driving Chartwell’s visionary work and its impact on the visual arts in New Zealand. Illustrating...

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Inquest on the Shroud of Turin  by Joe Nickell

Inquest on the Shroud of Turin

Joe Nickell

The author presents evidence which he believes proves that the Shroud of Turin "is actually the creation of a clever medieval artist. ... Nickell traces the historical, iconographic, pathological, forensic, and physical and chemical investigations of the...

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Science and power in the nineteenth-century Tasman world  by Alexandra Roginski

Science and power in the nineteenth-century Tasman world

Alexandra Roginski

"A compelling history of how popular phrenology featured in the fates of people living in, and moving through, the settler-colonial world of nineteenth-century Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. Innovatively using historical newspapers and other archives,...

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Faith evolving  by Trish McBride

Faith evolving

Trish McBride

How is religious faith affected by our life's experiences? Trish McBride started with a traditional Christian faith. Over time this has evolved into a belief in a God who is free of denominational church boundaries. One poem and prose step at a time, Trish...

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Rich treasure in alien soil = 宝藏在异乡 : Chinese churches and poll tax in Aotearoa New Zealand 1865-1960  by Stuart Vogel

Rich treasure in alien soil = 宝藏在异乡 : Chinese churches and poll tax in Aotearoa New Zealand 1865-1960

Stuart Vogel

"Although the number of Chinese who have become Christians in Aotearoa New Zealand has never been particularly large, the impact and influence of the Christian church on the Chinese communities in this country has been significant. Chinese and European...

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Dream trippers  by David A. Palmer

Dream trippers

David A. Palmer

"Anthropologists David A. Palmer and Elijah Siegler explore the globalization of Daoism: the interactions between international spiritual tourists, traditional Chinese monks, and American scholar-practitioners at the sacred Daoist mountain of Huashan, China....

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Tech agnostic  by Greg M. Epstein

Tech agnostic

Greg M. Epstein

"Today's technology has overtaken religion as the chief influence on twenty-first century life and community. In Tech Agnostic, Harvard and MIT's influential humanist chaplain Greg Epstein explores what it means to be a critical thinker with respect to this...

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Muhammad  by Nabeel Al-Azami

Muhammad

Nabeel Al-Azami

"EACH OF YOU ARE A SHEPHERD AND EACH OF YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR FLOCK" This profound statement by Prophet Muhammad (s) compels us to recognise that we are all leaders at some level. But what makes someone a good leader? And how does each and everyone of...

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The Lord of Psalm 23  by David Gibson

The Lord of Psalm 23

David Gibson

"The author walks through each verse in Psalm 23, thoroughly examining its 3 depictions of the believer's union with Christ as sheep and shepherd, traveler and companion, and guest and host"--Publisher's description.

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Nonsense of a high order  by Moshe Averick

Nonsense of a high order

Moshe Averick

"Is Atheism more rational than Monotheism? Atheists claim so, but this fascinating, original and meticulously researched masterpiece proves otherwise. Exploring the Modern Atheistic movement in its failed attempts to confront the baffling scientific mysteries...

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Is atheism dead?  by Eric Metaxas

Is atheism dead?

Eric Metaxas

"In a literary showdown with the Four Horsemen of the New Atheism--Christopher Hitchens, Richard Dawkins, Daniel Dennett, and Sam Harris--Metaxas neatly skewers them with their own swords. Along the way he presents breathtaking evidence from the fields of...

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The grimoire encyclopaedia. Volume 1  by David Rankine

The grimoire encyclopaedia. Volume 1

David Rankine

"The Grimoire Encyclopaedia is a work of unparalleled magical scholarship which expands the field of grimoire study far beyond its previous boundaries. Including one hundred chapters on individual grimoires and important books, a table of the spirits found in...

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The grimoire encyclopaedia. Volume 2  by David Rankine

The grimoire encyclopaedia. Volume 2

David Rankine

"The Grimoire Encyclopaedia is a work of unparalleled magical scholarship which expands the field of grimoire study far beyond its previous boundaries. Including one hundred chapters on individual grimoires and important books, a table of the spirits found in...

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Hinduism  by A. V. (Amruthur V.) Srinivasan

Hinduism

A. V. (Amruthur V.) Srinivasan

"Hinduism is a fascinating and widespread religion with a diverse array of traditions, practices, scriptures, and deities. In Hinduism For Dummies, 2nd Edition, you'll get a clear view into this widely-practiced and ancient creed. The book contains an...

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The Witch of the Forest's guide to folklore magick  by Lindsay Squire

The Witch of the Forest's guide to folklore magick

Lindsay Squire

"The myths, legends, and superstitions of the past offer a window into how common people made sense of their world. Because they were excluded from the halls of academia and the seats of power, they had no choice but to get on with day-to-day life, healing,...

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Crystals for psychic self-defense  by Nicholas Pearson

Crystals for psychic self-defense

Nicholas Pearson

"Presents magickal techniques with crystals for warding off harmful energies, binding, and curse breaking, including crystal grids, amulets, spells, and rituals; Explains how to discern the symptoms of psychic attack and offers multiple methods for cleansing...

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The quantum revelation  by Paul Levy

The quantum revelation

Paul Levy

"Shows how the revelations emerging from quantum physics can wake us up from the disempowering spell of the scientific materialist worldview and help dispel the collective madness that has befallen our species. Explains for readers with no physics background...

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Love & numbers  by Hans Decoz

Love & numbers

Hans Decoz

"Love and Numbers reveals the significance of numbers and helps you to uncover hidden truths about your personality and how you relate to the people in your life"--Publisher's description.

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Can I say that?  by Brenna Blain

Can I say that?

Brenna Blain

"Brenna Blain explores the idea that God can handle our toughest questions, struggles, and doubts, challenging the assumption that voicing these concerns leads to shame or rejection. Blain encourages readers to see these questions not as obstacles but as...

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How to Sabbath well  by John Dennison

How to Sabbath well

John Dennison

"In recent years, many of us have been asking: How do we rest well? Changing patterns of work, and social, and economic pressures have left people wondering is there a better way to rest-to really rest? We're convinced that there is, and we've created a...

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When culture hates you  by Natasha Crain

When culture hates you

Natasha Crain

"Jesus Warned the World Would Hate Christians. "If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you" (John 15:18). As cultural hostility toward Christianity intensifies, many Christians have grown more reluctant to advocate for biblical...

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The familiar stranger  by Tyler Staton

The familiar stranger

Tyler Staton

"Christians today are hungry for authentic spiritual experiences, yet all too often they don't have the knowledge of or relationship with the Holy Spirit that is the key to a fully alive spirituality. In The Familiar Stranger, pastor and author Tyler Staton...

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Dreams of a lifetime  by Karen A. Cerulo

Dreams of a lifetime

Karen A. Cerulo

"We are told that, in dreaming, anything is possible. Dreams are imaginings that are not supposedly linked to concrete experience or action or inhibited by the social and political disadvantages that may come from one's class position, race, ethnicity, or...

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The tears of things  by Richard Rohr

The tears of things

Richard Rohr

"How do we live compassionately in a time of violence and despair? What can we do with our private disappointments and the anger we feel over an unjust world? In his most personal book yet, Richard Rohr turns to the writings of the Jewish prophets, showing how...

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No time like the present  by Jack Kornfield

No time like the present

Jack Kornfield

"In this landmark work, internationally beloved teacher of meditation and mindfulness Jack Kornfield reveals that you can be happy now, this minute, with the keys to inner freedom. In his first major book in several years, the inspiring author of the classic A...

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Believe  by Ross Gregory Douthat

Believe

Ross Gregory Douthat

"Do you ever wish you had more faith, but struggle to make religious belief fit with modern assumptions about the world and human life? With a rare combination of empathy, open-mindedness, and persuasive argument, Ross Douthat offers a blueprint for thinking...

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Psalms

Psalms

V. 16, Psalms 1-50; v.17, Psalms 51-100; v.17A, Psalms 101-150.

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The art of disagreeing  by Gavin Ortlund

The art of disagreeing

Gavin Ortlund

"In this positive and practical book, Gavin Ortlund looks to the Scriptures to discover a way in which to disagree with others that leads to greater understanding, peace and love -- and that shows a watching world something of Jesus. This is a much-needed...

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How to leave the Mormon church  by Alyssa Grenfell

How to leave the Mormon church

Alyssa Grenfell

"Where will you go? After more than 20 years of devotion to the Mormon church, Alyssa Grenfell decided it was time to find out. Join her in a journey of faith deconstruction with this definitive manual to rebuilding after Mormonism. Consider this the last...

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Kabbalah  by Arthur Kurzweil

Kabbalah

Arthur Kurzweil

"An actual and objective guide to understanding Kabbalah - a spiritual practice, also known as the "received tradition," that's connected to Judaism. This easy-to-follow resource walks you through how to connect to and better understand the Kabbalistic way of...

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Gods and mortals  by Sarah Iles Johnston

Gods and mortals

Sarah Iles Johnston

"An enticing and entrancing new telling of ancient Greek myths Gripping tales that abound with fantastic characters and astonishing twists and turns, Greek myths confront what it means to be mortal in a world of powerful forces beyond human control. Little...

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Your story has a villain  by Jonathan Pokluda

Your story has a villain

Jonathan Pokluda

"Are you ready to change your narrative and live a different story today? If you're weary from the struggle and ready to experience life as God intended, this book will help you explore the tactics of Satan, equip you to overcome spiritual battles, and remind...

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She who hunts  by Carla (PhD) Ionescu

She who hunts

Carla (PhD) Ionescu

"Filled with examples of ritual, symbolism and an extensive collection of Artemis myths and folklore, this work is a comprehensive compilation of all things Artemis, and her fundamental role in the communal, political and ritual development of the Greco-Roman...

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Goddess  by Anodea Judith

Goddess

Anodea Judith

"The Goddess is essential to the heart of all existence. To meet her is to love her and to be embraced by her love in return. Feel her essence and dance her into the wild and free expression of the life force she is. Through the Goddess, you will connect to...

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Aflame  by Pico Iyer

Aflame

Pico Iyer

"From the bestselling author of The Art of Stillness, a revelatory exploration of the abiding clarity and calm to be found in quiet retreat. Pico Iyer has made more than 100 retreats over the past three decades to a small Benedictine hermitage, high above the...

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Who really wrote the bible  by William M. Schniedewind

Who really wrote the bible

William M. Schniedewind

"Schniedewind draws on ancient inscriptions, archaeology, and anthropology, as well as a close reading of the biblical text itself, to trace the communal origin of biblical literature. Scribes were educated through apprenticeship rather than in schools. The...

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Angels are with you now  by Kyle Gray

Angels are with you now

Kyle Gray

"Kyle Gray wants you to know that angels are with you. You don't have to be a believer to invite the angels into your life. You don't have to be religious to have felt their presence. The angels see you, they love you, and they are ready to support you if you...

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The missing piece  by Stacey Martino

The missing piece

Stacey Martino

"Stacey and Paul Martino are finally releasing their book to share their unique Relationship Development Methodology with the world. The surprising paradigm the Martinos' have uncovered has been The Missing Piece in our knowledge of human relationships. They...

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