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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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MacArthur's Quick Reference Guide to the Bible

by John MacArthur ...

Noted pastor/teacher John MacArthur takes you through the key aspects of the Bible in this guide for students. For all 66 books, key doctrines, highlighted people, geographic, historical, and cultural background, cross references, how Christ is pictured, character/attributes of God, explanations of key words and interpretive challenges will be examined.In addition, the guide will include:"Why I ... Read more

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Noted pastor/teacher John MacArthur takes you through the key aspects of the Bible in this guide for students. For all 66 books, key doctrines, highlighted people, geographic, historical, and cultural background, cross references, how Christ is pictured, character/attributes of God, explanations of key words and interpretive challenges will be examined.In addition, the guide will include:"Why I
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Tell My Horse

Voodoo and Life in Haiti and Jamaica

by Zora Neale Hurston ...

“Strikingly dramatic, yet simple and unrestrained . . . an unusual and intensely interesting book richly packed with strange information.”—New York Times Book ReviewBased on Zora Neale Hurston’s personal experiences in Haiti and Jamaica, where she participated as an initiate rather than just an observer of voodoo practices during her visits in the 1930s, this travelogue into a dark world paints a ... Read more

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“Strikingly dramatic, yet simple and unrestrained . . . an unusual and intensely interesting book richly packed with strange information.”—New York Times Book ReviewBased on Zora Neale Hurston’s personal experiences in Haiti and Jamaica, where she participated as an initiate rather than just an observer of voodoo practices during her visits in the 1930s, this travelogue into a dark world paints a
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The Babylonian Genesis

by Alexander Heidel ...

A complete translation of all the published cuneiform tablets of the Babylonian creation stories, both the Semitic Babylonian and the Sumerian.Each Babylonian creation account contained in this comprehensive volume is preceded by a brief introduction dealing with the age and provenance of the tablets, as well as the aim and purpose of the story. Also included is a translation and discussion of two ... Read more

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A complete translation of all the published cuneiform tablets of the Babylonian creation stories, both the Semitic Babylonian and the Sumerian.Each Babylonian creation account contained in this comprehensive volume is preceded by a brief introduction dealing with the age and provenance of the tablets, as well as the aim and purpose of the story. Also included is a translation and discussion of two
... Read more
The 21-Day Financial Fast

Your Path to Financial Peace and Freedom

by Michelle Singletary ...

Whether you're living paycheck to paycheck or just trying to make smarter financial choices, let award-winning writer and Washington Post columnist Michelle Singletary show you the practical steps you need to take for the financial peace you long for.In The 21-Day Financial Fast,Michelle proposes a field-tested financial challenge: for twenty-one days, put away your credit cards and buy only the ... Read more

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Whether you're living paycheck to paycheck or just trying to make smarter financial choices, let award-winning writer and Washington Post columnist Michelle Singletary show you the practical steps you need to take for the financial peace you long for.In The 21-Day Financial Fast,Michelle proposes a field-tested financial challenge: for twenty-one days, put away your credit cards and buy only the
... Read more
The Story of a Soul

by St. Therese of Lisieux ...

Skyros Publishing is dedicated to reproducing the finest books ever written and letting readers of all ages experience a classic for the first time or revisit a past favorite.Therese of Lisieux was a French nun who became recognized as a saint. Lisieux's autobiography, The Story of a Soul, quickly became a Christian classic after she died at the young age of 24. ... Read more

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Skyros Publishing is dedicated to reproducing the finest books ever written and letting readers of all ages experience a classic for the first time or revisit a past favorite.Therese of Lisieux was a French nun who became recognized as a saint. Lisieux's autobiography, The Story of a Soul, quickly became a Christian classic after she died at the young age of 24.
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A History of Religious Ideas Volume 1

From the Stone Age to the Eleusinian Mysteries

by Mircea Eliade ...

Translated by Willard R. Trask ...

Series Book 1 - A History of Religious Ideas
"Everyone who cares about the human adventure will find new information and new angles of vision."—Martin E. Marty, The New York Times Book ReviewThis extraordinary work delves into the subject of religion in the prehistoric and ancient worlds—humankind's earliest quests for meaning. From Neanderthal burials to the mythology of the Iron Age, to the religions of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Israel, ... Read more

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"Everyone who cares about the human adventure will find new information and new angles of vision."—Martin E. Marty, The New York Times Book ReviewThis extraordinary work delves into the subject of religion in the prehistoric and ancient worlds—humankind's earliest quests for meaning. From Neanderthal burials to the mythology of the Iron Age, to the religions of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Israel,
... 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
Person of Interest

Why Jesus Still Matters in a World that Rejects the Bible

by J. Warner Wallace ...

Join a cold-case detective as he uncovers the truth about Jesus using the same approach he employs to solve real murder cases.Detective J. Warner Wallace was skeptical of the Bible's claims about Jesus. But he'd investigated several no-body homicide cases in which there was no crime scene, no physical evidence, and no victim's body. He wondered if the truth about the historical Jesus could be ... Read more

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Join a cold-case detective as he uncovers the truth about Jesus using the same approach he employs to solve real murder cases.Detective J. Warner Wallace was skeptical of the Bible's claims about Jesus. But he'd investigated several no-body homicide cases in which there was no crime scene, no physical evidence, and no victim's body. He wondered if the truth about the historical Jesus could be
... Read more
The Inner Reality

Jesus, Krishna, and the Way of Awakening

by Paul Brunton ...

When actor Christopher Reeve was asked in a BBC interview which book he would want if stranded on a desert island, he replied, "The Inner Reality by the philosopher Paul Brunton."A provocative and compelling work, The Inner Reality is an essential guide for spiritual seekers. First published in the 1930s, this remarkable book interweaves the teachings of two great religious figures: Jesus and ... Read more

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When actor Christopher Reeve was asked in a BBC interview which book he would want if stranded on a desert island, he replied, "The Inner Reality by the philosopher Paul Brunton."A provocative and compelling work, The Inner Reality is an essential guide for spiritual seekers. First published in the 1930s, this remarkable book interweaves the teachings of two great religious figures: Jesus and
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All Things Necessary

A Practical Guide for Episcopal Church Musicians

by Marti Rideout ...

This is a complete revision of a detailed resource which has been the essential guide for church musicians working in the Episcopal church for over 20 years.A Guide to the Practice of Church Music (1989) was originally written by Marion J. Hatchett, who taught for many years at the Episcopal seminary at Sewanee, was key in developing materials for The Hymnal 1982. This updated revision contains ... Read more

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This is a complete revision of a detailed resource which has been the essential guide for church musicians working in the Episcopal church for over 20 years.A Guide to the Practice of Church Music (1989) was originally written by Marion J. Hatchett, who taught for many years at the Episcopal seminary at Sewanee, was key in developing materials for The Hymnal 1982. This updated revision contains
... Read more
To Change All Worlds

Critical Theory from Marx to Marcuse

by Carl R. Trueman ...

Critical theory has many faces; its complexities and nuances present a challenge to those seeking to engage with its thought. In order to understand critical theory today, we must first understand its origins, its development, and its consequences.To Change All Worlds: Critical Theory from Marx to Marcuse by Carl R. Trueman is an accessible introduction to the history and development of critical ... Read more

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Critical theory has many faces; its complexities and nuances present a challenge to those seeking to engage with its thought. In order to understand critical theory today, we must first understand its origins, its development, and its consequences.To Change All Worlds: Critical Theory from Marx to Marcuse by Carl R. Trueman is an accessible introduction to the history and development of critical
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The Great Cosmic Mother

Rediscovering the Religion of the Earth

by Monica Sjoo, Barbara Mor ...

A deeply awakening yet radical exploration of the Goddess, the divine feminine, and the cultural forces that have formed the female condition—A must read for all feminists and spiritual seekers“One of the most important books I’ve ever read.” – Alice Walker, Pulitzer Prize Winning author of The Color PurpleFor readers of Women Who Run with the Wolves, The Great Cosmic Mother offers a sweeping ... Read more

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A deeply awakening yet radical exploration of the Goddess, the divine feminine, and the cultural forces that have formed the female condition—A must read for all feminists and spiritual seekers“One of the most important books I’ve ever read.” – Alice Walker, Pulitzer Prize Winning author of The Color PurpleFor readers of Women Who Run with the Wolves, The Great Cosmic Mother offers a sweeping
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Magic: A History

From Alchemy to Witchcraft, from the Ice Age to the Present

by Chris Gosden ...

Magic: Unveiling the Enduring Power of an Ancient Art in Human HistoryIn Magic: A History, Oxford professor of archaeology Chris Gosden explores the unique and often misunderstood history of magic—the oldest and most neglected strand of human behavior. Gosden reveals magic's essential role in shaping civilizations, from the curses and charms of ancient Greek, Roman, and Jewish traditions to the ... Read more

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Magic: Unveiling the Enduring Power of an Ancient Art in Human HistoryIn Magic: A History, Oxford professor of archaeology Chris Gosden explores the unique and often misunderstood history of magic—the oldest and most neglected strand of human behavior. Gosden reveals magic's essential role in shaping civilizations, from the curses and charms of ancient Greek, Roman, and Jewish traditions to the
... Read more
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
Classic Christianity

A Systematic Theology

by Thomas C. Oden ...

Series series Systematic Theology

$21.99 USD
KJV, The King James Study Bible, Full-Color Edition

Holy Bible, King James Version

by Thomas Nelson ...

The full text of the classic King James Version with robust study notes, vibrant full-color images, and dozens of study resources to help you grow deeper in your faith.Standing apart from all other KJV study Bibles on the market, The King James Study Bible, Full-Color Edition is the only Bible featuring over half-a-million words of commentary, doctrinal notes, archaeological insights, and time ... Read more

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The full text of the classic King James Version with robust study notes, vibrant full-color images, and dozens of study resources to help you grow deeper in your faith.Standing apart from all other KJV study Bibles on the market, The King James Study Bible, Full-Color Edition is the only Bible featuring over half-a-million words of commentary, doctrinal notes, archaeological insights, and time
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Knowing What We Know

The Transmission of Knowledge: From Ancient Wisdom to Modern Magic

by Simon Winchester ...

“A delightful compendium of the kind of facts you immediately want to share with anyone you encounter . . . . Simon Winchester has firmly earned his place in history . . . as a promulgator of knowledge of every variety, perhaps the last of the famous explorers who crisscrossed the now-vanished British Empire and reported what they found to an astonished world.” — New York TimesFrom the creation of ... Read more

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“A delightful compendium of the kind of facts you immediately want to share with anyone you encounter . . . . Simon Winchester has firmly earned his place in history . . . as a promulgator of knowledge of every variety, perhaps the last of the famous explorers who crisscrossed the now-vanished British Empire and reported what they found to an astonished world.” — New York TimesFrom the creation of
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NET Bible, Large Print Thinline with Cross References

by Thomas Nelson ...

The NET Bible, Large Print Thinline Reference Edition, is both portable (under 1 inch thick) and readable. Bible text appears in a beautifully designed, line-matched, double-column format with extensive cross-references conveniently located at the bottom of the page.Featuring the New English Translation—based on the most up-to-date manuscript discoveries and research—this cross-reference edition ... Read more

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The NET Bible, Large Print Thinline Reference Edition, is both portable (under 1 inch thick) and readable. Bible text appears in a beautifully designed, line-matched, double-column format with extensive cross-references conveniently located at the bottom of the page.Featuring the New English Translation—based on the most up-to-date manuscript discoveries and research—this cross-reference edition
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Notre-Dame

The Soul of France

by Agnès Poirier ...

The miraculous history of Notre Dame de Paris – its construction, near destructions and survival against all odds‘Vivid and engrossing… the opening chapter repays the cover price.’ ObserverWinner of The 2022 French Heritage Society Book AwardThe profound emotion felt around the world upon seeing images of Notre-Dame in flames opens up a series of questions: Why was everyone so deeply moved? Why ... Read more

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The miraculous history of Notre Dame de Paris – its construction, near destructions and survival against all odds‘Vivid and engrossing… the opening chapter repays the cover price.’ ObserverWinner of The 2022 French Heritage Society Book AwardThe profound emotion felt around the world upon seeing images of Notre-Dame in flames opens up a series of questions: Why was everyone so deeply moved? Why
... Read more
The Dhammapada

by Eknath Easwaran ...

Series Book 3 - Easwaran's Classics of Indian Spirituality
Easwaran’s best-selling translation of this classic Buddhist text The Dhammapada is reliable, readable, and profound.Dhammapada means "the path of dharma," the path of harmony and righteousness that anyone can follow to reach the highest good. The Dhammapada is a collection of verses, gathered probably from direct disciples who wanted to preserve what they had heard from the Buddha himself ... Read more

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Easwaran’s best-selling translation of this classic Buddhist text The Dhammapada is reliable, readable, and profound.Dhammapada means "the path of dharma," the path of harmony and righteousness that anyone can follow to reach the highest good. The Dhammapada is a collection of verses, gathered probably from direct disciples who wanted to preserve what they had heard from the Buddha himself
... Read more
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
Live Laugh Love

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

by Kristin Kobes Du Mez ...

From 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 how countless Americans understand their faith, historian Kristin Kobes Du Mez showed how evangelicals made Jesus into an idol of rugged masculinity and ... Read more

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From 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 how countless Americans understand their faith, historian Kristin Kobes Du Mez showed how evangelicals made Jesus into an idol of rugged masculinity and
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HarperCollins Study Bible

Fully Revised & Updated

by Harold W. Attridge, Society of Biblical Literature ...

The landmark general reference Bible completely revised and updatedEndorsers say it all about the HarperCollins Study Bible:• “I ... can speak with unbounded praise for this work. The auspices are impeccable, the sponsorship is by one of the most prestigious and effective publishing firms in the field of religious publishing, and the scholarship under the aegis of the Society of Biblical ... Read more

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The landmark general reference Bible completely revised and updatedEndorsers say it all about the HarperCollins Study Bible:• “I ... can speak with unbounded praise for this work. The auspices are impeccable, the sponsorship is by one of the most prestigious and effective publishing firms in the field of religious publishing, and the scholarship under the aegis of the Society of Biblical
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