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Books > Religion & Spirituality > Alternative belief systems
It is inescapable-the issues of life affect everyone. Ways we
choose to accept those issues and deal with them vastly differ.
When these issues arise, we can go through the stages of
depression, self-doubt, and even the doubt of our God. In the midst
of it all, we must remember that God will never put more on us than
we can bear. He has already placed within us what we need to
survive these issues.
The most important aspect of our existence is that every living
thing is subject to two forms of evolutionary trends. One is
physical, which deals with the investigation of nature by means of
science and technology. The other is spiritual, which requires an
investigation of nature through perceptive power, commonly achieved
through meditative practices.
In "Spiritual Wisdom, author Ramesh Malhotra explores the
evolution of the attainment of spiritual knowledge and inner
tranquility and peace. Through practical examples of how to apply
these spiritual principles to everyday life, he provides insight
into the four tenets of eternal wisdom: mythological wisdom,
inspirational wisdom, transcendental wisdom, and absolute truth. He
provides an overview of the history of spiritual wisdom, the
elements of lower and higher knowledge, and the process of
self-revitalization.
Providing an in-depth investigation and discussion of the
spiritual knowledge and guidance found within the Bhagavad Gita,
Malhotra encourages further exploration of spiritual wisdom and
enlightenment in order to bring peace, tranquility, and happiness
to every life journey.
The Malleus Maleficarum is a seminal treatise regarding witchcraft
and demons, presented here complete with an authoritative
translation to modern English by Montague Summers. At the time this
book was published in 1487, the Christian church had considered
witchcraft a dangerous affront to the faith for many centuries.
Executions of suspected witches were intermittent, and various
explanations of behaviors deemed suspect were thought to be caused
by possession, either by the devil or demon such as an incubus or
succubus. Kramer wrote this book after he had tried and failed to
have a woman executed for witchcraft. Unhappy at the verdict of the
court, he authored the Malleus Maleficarum as a manual for other
witch seekers to refer to. For centuries the text was used by
Christians as a reference source on matters of demonology, although
it was not used directly by the Inquisition who became notorious
for their tortures and murders.
A Magical Tale About Forgiving Our Past and Believing in Our Future The enchanting, true story of The Valkyries begins in Rio de Janeiro when author Paulo Coelho gives his mysterious master, J., the only manuscript for his book The Alchemist. Haunted by a devastating curse, Coelho confesses to J., "I've seen my dreams fall apart just when I seemed about to achieve them." In response, J. gives Coelho a daunting task: He must find and speak with his guardian angel. "The curse can be broken," he replies, "if you complete the task." Rising to the challenge, Paulo and his wife, Cristina, drop everything, pack their bags, and take off on a forty day adventure into the starkly beautiful and sometimes dangerous Mojave Desert--where they encounter more than they bargained for. A masterful blend of the exotic locales, dramatic adventure, and magical storytelling for which Coelho's fictional works are renowned, this true-life account is at once a modern-day adventure and a metaphysical odyssey.
As the population grows and technology advances, the world gets
smaller and smaller. Earth is no longer a vast metropolis; today,
it is a tiny village. As the Earth shrinks, confusion grows. We are
surrounded by what others say and do. We are told what to feel,
what to think, and what to say; our identities disappear until
"identity" loses meaning. But without identity, our lives also lose
meaning. "Outgrowing Fear" gives you that identity back. Told as
narrative, a story about many becomes a story about you. Why are
you the way you are? Amidst the layers of your personality exist
the answers. This is a step-by-step journey to finally realizing
your true self-without fear, without doubt, and without
disharmony.There is nothing more terrifying than looking at
ourselves objectively ... and nothing more necessary. The
characters in this book are seeking identity through religion and
spirituality. Through their difficult searches, you, too, may find
your answers. It is time to let the real discussion begin within
you. At last, face the unknown courageously, and achieve inner and
outer harmony through the discovery of your identity.
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