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When God Was A Woman

by Merlin Stone ...

Here, archaeologically documented,is the story of the religion of the Goddess. Under her, women’s roles were far more prominent than in patriarchal Judeo-Christian cultures. Stone describes this ancient system and, with its disintegration, the decline in women’s status. ... Read more

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Here, archaeologically documented,is the story of the religion of the Goddess. Under her, women’s roles were far more prominent than in patriarchal Judeo-Christian cultures. Stone describes this ancient system and, with its disintegration, the decline in women’s status.
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The Upanishads

by Eknath Easwaran ...

Series Book 2 - Easwaran's Classics of Indian Spirituality
Easwaran’s best-selling translation of the ancient wisdom texts called the Upanishads is reliable, readable, and profound.In the Upanishads, illumined sages share flashes of insight, the results of their investigation into consciousness itself.In extraordinary visions, they experience directly a transcendent Reality which is the essence, or Self, of each created being. They teach that each of us, ... Read more

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Easwaran’s best-selling translation of the ancient wisdom texts called the Upanishads is reliable, readable, and profound.In the Upanishads, illumined sages share flashes of insight, the results of their investigation into consciousness itself.In extraordinary visions, they experience directly a transcendent Reality which is the essence, or Self, of each created being. They teach that each of us,
... Read more
Jesus: A New Vision

Uncovering the Life, Teachings, and Relevance of a Religious Revolutionary

by Marcus J. Borg ...

From top Jesus expert Marcus Borg, a completely updated and revised version of his vision of Jesus—as charismatic healer, sage, and prophet, a man living in the power of the spirit and dedicated to radical social change.Fully revised and updated, this is Borg's major book on the historial Jesus. He shows how the Gospel portraits of Jesus, historically seen, make sense. Borg takes into account all ... Read more

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From top Jesus expert Marcus Borg, a completely updated and revised version of his vision of Jesus—as charismatic healer, sage, and prophet, a man living in the power of the spirit and dedicated to radical social change.Fully revised and updated, this is Borg's major book on the historial Jesus. He shows how the Gospel portraits of Jesus, historically seen, make sense. Borg takes into account all
... Read more
City of Djinns

by William Dalrymple ...

‘Could you show me a djinn?’ I asked. ‘Certainly,’ replied the Sufi. ‘But you would run away.’From the author of the Samuel Johnson Prize-shortlisted ‘The Return of a King’, this is William Dalrymple’s captivating memoir of a year spent in Delhi, a city watched over and protected by the mischievous invisible djinns. Lodging with the beady-eyed Mrs Puri and encountering an extraordinary array of ... Read more

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‘Could you show me a djinn?’ I asked. ‘Certainly,’ replied the Sufi. ‘But you would run away.’From the author of the Samuel Johnson Prize-shortlisted ‘The Return of a King’, this is William Dalrymple’s captivating memoir of a year spent in Delhi, a city watched over and protected by the mischievous invisible djinns. Lodging with the beady-eyed Mrs Puri and encountering an extraordinary array of
... Read more
Sin

The Early History of an Idea

by Paula Fredriksen ...

Ancient Christians invoked sin to account for an astonishing range of things, from the death of God's son to the politics of the Roman Empire that worshipped him. In this book, award-winning historian of religion Paula Fredriksen tells the surprising story of early Christian concepts of sin, exploring the ways that sin came to shape ideas about God no less than about humanity.Long before ... Read more

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Ancient Christians invoked sin to account for an astonishing range of things, from the death of God's son to the politics of the Roman Empire that worshipped him. In this book, award-winning historian of religion Paula Fredriksen tells the surprising story of early Christian concepts of sin, exploring the ways that sin came to shape ideas about God no less than about humanity.Long before
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Mormonisms in Asia

Stories of Global Faith and Local Lives

Edited by Melissa Wei-Tsing Inouye, Laurie F. Maffly-Kipp ...

Mormonism is often described as the quintessentially American religion, one that is highly centralized around its leadership and demographic presence in Utah. But given a dramatic increase in non-U.S. membership since 1960 in both the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Community of Christ, new questions about these movements come to the fore: How are these Restoration traditions ... Read more

$21.59 USD

Mormonism is often described as the quintessentially American religion, one that is highly centralized around its leadership and demographic presence in Utah. But given a dramatic increase in non-U.S. membership since 1960 in both the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Community of Christ, new questions about these movements come to the fore: How are these Restoration traditions
... Read more
Every Good Endeavor

Connecting Your Work to God's Work

by Timothy Keller ...

**New York Times bestselling author of The Prodigal Prophet Timothy Keller shows how God calls on each of us to express meaning and purpose through our work and careers.“A touchstone of the [new evangelical] movement.” —The New York Times**Tim Keller, pastor of New York’s Redeemer Presbyterian Church and the New York Times bestselling author of The Reason for God, has taught and counseled students ... Read more

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**New York Times bestselling author of The Prodigal Prophet Timothy Keller shows how God calls on each of us to express meaning and purpose through our work and careers.“A touchstone of the [new evangelical] movement.” —The New York Times**Tim Keller, pastor of New York’s Redeemer Presbyterian Church and the New York Times bestselling author of The Reason for God, has taught and counseled students
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A Pilgrimage to Eternity

From Canterbury to Rome in Search of a Faith

by Timothy Egan ...

**From "the world's greatest tour guide," a deeply-researched, captivating journey through the rich history of Christianity and the winding paths of the French and Italian countryside that will feed mind, body, and soul (New York Times)."What a wondrous work! This beautifully written and totally clear-eyed account of his pilgrimage will have you wondering whether we should all embark on such a ... Read more

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**From "the world's greatest tour guide," a deeply-researched, captivating journey through the rich history of Christianity and the winding paths of the French and Italian countryside that will feed mind, body, and soul (New York Times)."What a wondrous work! This beautifully written and totally clear-eyed account of his pilgrimage will have you wondering whether we should all embark on such a
... Read more
The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory

American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism

by Tim Alberta ...

Instant New York Times BestsellerOne of Barack Obama's Favorite Books of the YearAn Economist and *Air Mail*Best Book of the Year"Brave and absorbing." — New York Times"Alberta is not just a thorough and responsible reporter but a vibrant writer, capable of rendering a farcical scene in vivid hues." — Washington Post<... ... Read more

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Instant New York Times BestsellerOne of Barack Obama's Favorite Books of the YearAn Economist and *Air Mail*Best Book of the Year"Brave and absorbing." — New York Times"Alberta is not just a thorough and responsible reporter but a vibrant writer, capable of rendering a farcical scene in vivid hues." — Washington Post<...
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The Bhagavad Gita

by Eknath Easwaran ...

Series Book 1 - Easwaran's Classics of Indian Spirituality
The Bhagavad Gita is the best known of all the Indian scriptures, and Eknath Easwaran’s best-selling translation is reliable, readable, and profound.Easwaran's 55-page introduction places the Bhagavad Gita in its historical setting, and brings out the universality and timelessness of its teachings. Chapter introductions clarify key concepts, and notes and a glossary explain Sanskrit terms.Easwaran ... Read more

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The Bhagavad Gita is the best known of all the Indian scriptures, and Eknath Easwaran’s best-selling translation is reliable, readable, and profound.Easwaran's 55-page introduction places the Bhagavad Gita in its historical setting, and brings out the universality and timelessness of its teachings. Chapter introductions clarify key concepts, and notes and a glossary explain Sanskrit terms.Easwaran
... Read more
A History of Magic, Witchcraft, and the Occult

by DK ...

Series series Esoteric Histories
See the history of witchcraft, magic and superstition come to life with this spectacular supernatural book!From alchemy and modern Wicca to paganism and shamanism, this enchanting book takes you on a mystical journey that will leave you spellbound. This is the perfect introduction to magic and the occult!This reference book about magic is packed with:- Informative, engaging and accessible text and ... Read more

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See the history of witchcraft, magic and superstition come to life with this spectacular supernatural book!From alchemy and modern Wicca to paganism and shamanism, this enchanting book takes you on a mystical journey that will leave you spellbound. This is the perfect introduction to magic and the occult!This reference book about magic is packed with:- Informative, engaging and accessible text and
... Read more
The War of the Mind: Understanding Inflation and Alienation

by David Sinclair ...

Christians say that Jesus Christ had two natures – divine and human. What would that be like? According to Carl Jung, we are all Jesus Christ. Our human part is our ego, the center of our consciousness, while our divine part is our Self, the unconscious center of our entire psyche. With Jesus Christ, both natures – divine and human – were conscious in one person. According to Jung, the problem for ... Read more

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Christians say that Jesus Christ had two natures – divine and human. What would that be like? According to Carl Jung, we are all Jesus Christ. Our human part is our ego, the center of our consciousness, while our divine part is our Self, the unconscious center of our entire psyche. With Jesus Christ, both natures – divine and human – were conscious in one person. According to Jung, the problem for
... Read more
NKJV Study Bible

Full-Color Edition

by Thomas Nelson ...

The full text of the trustworthy New King James Version with robust study notes, vibrant full-color images, and dozens of study resources to help you grow deeper in your faith.The New King James Study Bible, Full-Color Edition, is a reliable guide for your journey into God's Word. This beautiful full-color Bible provides a complete resource for study, including over 1 million words of custom ... Read more

$29.99 USD

The full text of the trustworthy New King James Version with robust study notes, vibrant full-color images, and dozens of study resources to help you grow deeper in your faith.The New King James Study Bible, Full-Color Edition, is a reliable guide for your journey into God's Word. This beautiful full-color Bible provides a complete resource for study, including over 1 million words of custom
... Read more
Sometimes Brilliant

The Impossible Adventure of a Spiritual Seeker and Visionary Physician Who Helped Conquer the Worst Disease in History

by Larry Brilliant ...

When a powerful mystic steps on the hand of a radical young hippie doctor from Detroit, it changes lives and the world. Sometimes Brilliant is the adventures of a philosopher, mystic, hippie, doctor, groundbreaking tech innovator, and key player in the eradication of one of the worst pandemics in human history. His story, of what happens when love, compassion and determination meet the right ... Read more

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When a powerful mystic steps on the hand of a radical young hippie doctor from Detroit, it changes lives and the world. Sometimes Brilliant is the adventures of a philosopher, mystic, hippie, doctor, groundbreaking tech innovator, and key player in the eradication of one of the worst pandemics in human history. His story, of what happens when love, compassion and determination meet the right
... Read more
The Bible in Arabic

The Scriptures of the "People of the Book" in the Language of Islam

by Sidney H. Griffith ...

Series series Jews, Christians, and Muslims from the Ancient to the Modern World
From the first centuries of Islam to well into the Middle Ages, Jews and Christians produced hundreds of manuscripts containing portions of the Bible in Arabic. Until recently, however, these translations remained largely neglected by Biblical scholars and historians. In telling the story of the Bible in Arabic, this book casts light on a crucial transition in the cultural and religious life of ... Read more

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From the first centuries of Islam to well into the Middle Ages, Jews and Christians produced hundreds of manuscripts containing portions of the Bible in Arabic. Until recently, however, these translations remained largely neglected by Biblical scholars and historians. In telling the story of the Bible in Arabic, this book casts light on a crucial transition in the cultural and religious life of
... Read more
Beyond Wellness

How Restoring the Religious Roots of Spiritual Practices Can Heal Us

by Liz Bucar ...

**Go deeper than superficial self-care with the religious secret sauce you didn’t know you were missing"An emotionally and intellectually honest alternative for people who are seeking meaning beyond generic spirituality"—Dr. Pooja Lakshmin, author of Real Self-Care**In the chaos of today’s world, we’re all searching for meaning. The wellness industry has sold us a promise that we can find it if we ... Read more

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**Go deeper than superficial self-care with the religious secret sauce you didn’t know you were missing"An emotionally and intellectually honest alternative for people who are seeking meaning beyond generic spirituality"—Dr. Pooja Lakshmin, author of Real Self-Care**In the chaos of today’s world, we’re all searching for meaning. The wellness industry has sold us a promise that we can find it if we
... Read more
The C. S. Lewis Collection: Biographical Works

The Eight Titles Include: Surprised by Joy; A Grief Observed; All My Road Before Me; Letters to an American Lady; Letters of C. S. Lewis; and The Collected Letters of C. S. Lewis Volumes I, II, and III

by C. S. Lewis ...

With his trademark warmth and wit, Lewis shares his biographical and personal faith journey with readers.Includes: Surprised by Joy A Grief Observed All My Road Before Me Letters to an American Lady Letters of C. S. Lewis The Collected Letters of C. S. Lewis, Volume I The Collected Letters of C. S. Lewis, Volume II The Collected Letters of C. S. Lewis, Volume III ... Read more

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With his trademark warmth and wit, Lewis shares his biographical and personal faith journey with readers.Includes: Surprised by Joy A Grief Observed All My Road Before Me Letters to an American Lady Letters of C. S. Lewis The Collected Letters of C. S. Lewis, Volume I The Collected Letters of C. S. Lewis, Volume II The Collected Letters of C. S. Lewis, Volume III
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Live Laugh Love

The Secret History of White Christian Women and the World They Made

by Kristin Kobes Du Mez ...

**NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER"A smart, endlessly interesting exercise in connecting cultural dots to learn how we got here." —Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewFrom the New York Times best-selling author of Jesus and John Wayne, a revelatory history of white Christian womanhood in the United States.**In her “paradigm-influencing” (Christianity Today) bestseller Jesus and John Wayne, which has changed ... Read more

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**NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER"A smart, endlessly interesting exercise in connecting cultural dots to learn how we got here." —Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewFrom the New York Times best-selling author of Jesus and John Wayne, a revelatory history of white Christian womanhood in the United States.**In her “paradigm-influencing” (Christianity Today) bestseller Jesus and John Wayne, which has changed
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Not Your Parents' Offering Plate

A New Vision for Financial Stewardship

by J. Clif Christopher ...

People don’t give to church because we don’t offer them a compelling vision of the good their giving will achieve.Hearing a young attorney speak of the faithbased reasons for which he had just made a substantial monetary gift to a community youth center, Clif Christopher asked the speaker if he would consider making a similar contribution to the congregation of which he was an active member. “Lord ... Read more

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People don’t give to church because we don’t offer them a compelling vision of the good their giving will achieve.Hearing a young attorney speak of the faithbased reasons for which he had just made a substantial monetary gift to a community youth center, Clif Christopher asked the speaker if he would consider making a similar contribution to the congregation of which he was an active member. “Lord
... Read more
The World's Wisdom

Sacred Texts of the World's Religions

by Philip Novak ...

A world Bible for our time from Buddhist, Hindu, Confucian, Taoist, Jewish, Christian, Islamic, and primal religion sources!In this perfect companion to Huston Smith's bestselling The World's Wisdom, Philip Novak distills the most powerful and elegant expressions of the wisdom of humankind. Authentic, poetic translations of key texts are coupled with insightful introductions and "grace notes." ... Read more

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A world Bible for our time from Buddhist, Hindu, Confucian, Taoist, Jewish, Christian, Islamic, and primal religion sources!In this perfect companion to Huston Smith's bestselling The World's Wisdom, Philip Novak distills the most powerful and elegant expressions of the wisdom of humankind. Authentic, poetic translations of key texts are coupled with insightful introductions and "grace notes."
... Read more
The Missing Martyrs

Why There Are So Few Muslim Terrorists

by Charles Kurzman ...

Why are there so few Muslim terrorists? With more than a billion Muslims in the world--many of whom supposedly hate the West and ardently desire martyrdom--why don't we see terrorist attacks every day? Where are the missing martyrs? In this startlingly counterintuitive book, a leading authority on Islamic movements demonstrates that terrorist groups are thoroughly marginal in the Muslim world. ... Read more

$14.29 USD

Why are there so few Muslim terrorists? With more than a billion Muslims in the world--many of whom supposedly hate the West and ardently desire martyrdom--why don't we see terrorist attacks every day? Where are the missing martyrs? In this startlingly counterintuitive book, a leading authority on Islamic movements demonstrates that terrorist groups are thoroughly marginal in the Muslim world.
... Read more
The Didache (Multiple Translations)

by The Twelve Apostles, Wyatt North ...

This edition of The Didache comes complete with an active and linked Touch-or-Click Table of Contents. Based on customer feedback this version now includes five translations and a Greek version of The Didache, all in one e-book! The Didache, or Teaching of the Twelve Apostles was first discovered in 1883 in a monastery in Constatinople. It was first publishing by P. Bryennios and has lasted as one ... Read more

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This edition of The Didache comes complete with an active and linked Touch-or-Click Table of Contents. Based on customer feedback this version now includes five translations and a Greek version of The Didache, all in one e-book! The Didache, or Teaching of the Twelve Apostles was first discovered in 1883 in a monastery in Constatinople. It was first publishing by P. Bryennios and has lasted as one
... Read more
Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist

Unlocking the Secrets of the Last Supper

by Brant Pitre ...

A revelatory exploration of the Jewish roots of the Last Supper that seeks to understand exactly what happened at Jesus’ final Passover.“Clear, profound and practical—you do not want to miss this book.”—Dr. Scott Hahn, author of The Lamb’s Supper and The Fourth CupJesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist shines fresh light on the Last Supper by looking at it through Jewish eyes. Using his in ... Read more

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A revelatory exploration of the Jewish roots of the Last Supper that seeks to understand exactly what happened at Jesus’ final Passover.“Clear, profound and practical—you do not want to miss this book.”—Dr. Scott Hahn, author of The Lamb’s Supper and The Fourth CupJesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist shines fresh light on the Last Supper by looking at it through Jewish eyes. Using his in
... Read more
Silence

The Power of Quiet in a World Full of Noise

by Thich Nhat Hanh ...

One of the world’s most beloved and acclaimed Buddhist leaders offers a profound guide to mastering our most powerful inner resource—silence—to help us find happiness, purpose, and peace"The practice of mindfulness is very simple. You stop, you breathe, and you still your mind." – Thich Nhat HanhBurnout, anxiety, stress, brain fog, racing thoughts…all symptoms of our loud and chaotic world, making ... Read more

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One of the world’s most beloved and acclaimed Buddhist leaders offers a profound guide to mastering our most powerful inner resource—silence—to help us find happiness, purpose, and peace"The practice of mindfulness is very simple. You stop, you breathe, and you still your mind." – Thich Nhat HanhBurnout, anxiety, stress, brain fog, racing thoughts…all symptoms of our loud and chaotic world, making
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