Every culture has its gods. According to Ingersoll, every culture has failed to develop properly in moral and spiritual ways, mainly because the gods of man were made by man. They originally appeared within our flawed minds, and therefore resemble their flawed creators. The Gods cannot "rescue" us when they, like us, are in a constant battle for recognition and supremacy, either among themselves or with the gods of other religions. This book will make you think about the nature of deity and will challenge your critical thinking skills. The author continually brings to our attention the nagging feeling that something is not right, especially as it relates to what we have been traditionally taught. Many of his arguments are strong and compelling, while others may be challenged and debated through deeper examination. Whatever the case, this is an insightful book that is well worth exploring.

This book of essays presents the essential teachings of the Western Baul spiritual master Lee Lozowick, with special emphasis on what he has named 'Enlightened Duality'. This dynamic spiritual principle suggests that one can combine a firmly-rooted and integrated awareness of the non-dual ('all is One') nature of reality, with a lively, conscious relationship to the 'duality' (or play of opposites) that characterises our everyday lives. Unlike those strictly non-dual perspectives that support a 'oneness' that relegates the human experience to an illusion of mind, Lozowick asserts that 'unity is the law' and 'Life is Real'. The individual who has incorporated Enlightened Duality lives in a state of union with the Divine while remaining naturally functional within the world of appearances. Many essays focus on relationships, both personal and planetary - dealing with love, sex, family, and the ecology of the Earth. Because this integration of spiritual principles into the whirl of daily relational life is often so challenging, a student's perspective is offered throughout the book in essays by M Young, a long-time apprentice of Lozowick's. Readers may encounter here a 'living truth' that will stir a resonance in their minds and hearts. Such a living truth may be revelatory, healing, and deeply satisfying, but it may also be profoundly unsettling. It may shake the ground beneath our feet. Yet, as the authors assert, such provocation is desirable to one who wants to fully live!

This discussion guide is designed to facilitate the use of David Berlinski's book The Devil's Delusion: Atheism and Its Scientific Pretensions in small groups, adult Sunday School classes, adult education seminars, and book discussion clubs. The guide contains brief summaries of each chapter followed by discussion questions for that chapter.

Put two contrarians together and shake well. -Christianity Today The gloves come off in this electric exchange, originally hosted by Christianity Today, as leading atheist Christopher Hitchens (author of God Is Not Great) and Christian apologist Douglas Wilson (author of Letter from a Christian Citizen) go head-to-head on this divisive question. The result is entertaining and provocative-a glimpse into the ongoing debate.

Gospel in the Rosary: Bible Study on the Mysteries of Christ focuses on the Joyful, Luminous, Sorrowful, and Glorious Mysteries that relate closely to the life of Jesus and that are clearly presented in the Bible. In keeping with the affirmation of John Paul II "that everything in the life of Jesus is a sign of his Mystery" and that there is a need to supply the biblical foundations on which the mysteries are based, additional Bible studies have been included under the Glorious Mysteries. These studies focus on two dialogues that Jesus had (Nicodemus, The Samaritan Woman) and two parables that he taught (The Prodigal Son, the Rich Man and Lazarus). Through these Bible lessons we can come to a clearer understanding of the love of God and of the mission of Jesus to draw us near to our Heavenly Father, and to prepare us for our life with him in heaven.

This book could have been titled The Book of Tolerance. The Psychologist author recognizes that every child learns a lot of traditions and beliefs when too young to evaluate them. Such prejudices are very deeply ingrained into the subconscious. They are difficult to overcome even in our adult years of further experience and education. (Dr. Uhl was already in his 30s when he finally got free; many people never get free.) Each person grows up and learns to analyze and think criticallly at different rates. Even in the same family one sibling may remain opinionated and prejudiced, stuck in the past, while another thoughtfully unlearns childhood myths and becomes a broadminded adult ready for planetary friendships. Therefore, tolerance of such differing rates of learning and unlearning is necessary for civilized peace in a pluralistic society. Such friendly understanding comes easy under the new Golden Rule: Treat others as you would reasonably want and expect to be treated if your roles were reversed. Out of God's Closet: This Priest Psychologist Chooses Friendly Atheism shows how the author got really free and how readers can enjoy the same freedom to be proud, happy, planetary neighbors. Generous sprinkling of earthy humor richly seasons this revolutionary book for enjoyable spiritual nourishment.

The Moral Atheist argues in non-technical terms that being moral is compatible with being an atheist, but goes further to suggest that there is more harmony between these two notions than there is between being moral and being a theist. Using reason, semantics and common sense, Tomlinson makes the case that, first, the non-existence of a god does not imply that there is no discoverable objective morality and that, second, without the belief in a god there are still excellent reasons for the atheist and everyone else to strive to be a good person. The book presents a practical and objective ethical system that reflects how language is used in everyday communication. Along the way the reader explores important philosophical insights while gaining an appreciation for the way that philosophy is actually done. Tomlinson has been an instructor of Philosophy at California State University, Northridge for thirty-three years.

Ronald Aronson has a mission: to demonstrate that a life without religion can be coherent, moral, and committed. In the last few years the "New Atheists"--Sam Harris, Daniel Dennett, Richard Dawkins, and Christopher Hitchens--have created a stir by criticizing religion and the belief in God. Aronson moves beyond the discussion of what we should not believe, proposing contemporary answers to Immanuel Kant's three great questions: What can I know? What ought I to do? What can I hope? Grounded in the sense that we are deeply dependent and interconnected beings who are rooted in the universe, nature, history, society, and the global economy, Living Without God explores the experience and issues of 21st-century secularists, especially in America. Reflecting on such perplexing questions as why we are grateful for life's gifts, who or what is responsible for inequalities, and how to live in the face of aging and dying, Living Without God is also refreshingly topical, touching on such subjects as contemporary terrorism, the war in Iraq, affirmative action, and the remarkable rise of Barack Obama. Optimistic and stirring, Living Without God is less interested in attacking religion than in developing a positive philosophy for atheists, agnostics, secular humanists, skeptics, and freethinkers--as well as for all those of us who, whatever we call ourselves, manage to live fundamentally secular lives and are searching for bearings today.

Author Floyd C. McElveen heard men crying out for God when a Kamikaze suicide plane hit his ship in WWII. Several different "Religions" tried to convince him that they had the answers. Vocal Atheists claimed Evolution was a "fact" and that God did not exist at all. This created an intense desire in McElveen to find out the truth. With his brilliant mind and deductive reasoning, McElveen began a sincere journey to discover who was right. Faith of an Atheist is a powerhouse book with scientific and logical explanations providing a sound foundation for its conclusions. McElveens skill at communicating resonates with truth that is revealing and soul-searching. With over 1 million books in print, he is clearly a diligent researcher and well-respected author.

Contents Nature of Agnosticism Erroneous Views of Agnosticism History of Agnosticism Agnosticism of Hume and Kant Complete or Absolute Agnosticism Mitigated and Partial Agnosticism and Their Forms Partial or Limited Agnosticism as to Ultimate Objects of Knowledge Agnosticism as to God Agnosticism as to Religious Belief Agnosticism as to Knowledge of God

This rare, soul-searching book, reveals the spiritual power of the famous Rosicrucian, Robert Boyle. He takes you by his gentle hand and guides you to the love of God. This may be the first time it has ever been offered to the spiritually hungry world since 1708.

This is a personal account of a year's visits to sites that lie on various ley lines across Britain, ending in southern Ireland. While being of a personal nature it goes far beyond that as the author Jackie Queally works closely with a universal metaphysical system called the Reshel, whose purpose is to co-create the new spiritual paradigm. The Reshel is an ancient spiritual body of knowledge still valid today. Lying at the core of esoteric Christianity it is highly pertinent to the great shift taking place today on Earth, and this book is a rare gem for it explains in accessible language how the earth as a sentient being responds to human consciousness and evolves. The Reshel expresses states of being of very high frequencies that can be applied to etheric patterns in the land over vast distances involving key sites such as Rosslyn Chapel and Glastonbury. Jackie is the longest standing guide to that chapel and is steeped in esoteric knowledge of its purpose and function. 'This new book by Jackie Queally, pre-eminent authority on the Reshel systems of Europe, Sotland and Ireland in particular, is hands down the best and most readable material on the arcane Reshel matrix yet to be published. It gives the reader clearly explained technical information on the complex European earth grids balanced with her highly entertaining and fascinating personal experiences. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone interested in learning more about the Reshel Grid - the gateway to the future' - Peter Allen. Formerly only understood and used by inner-core Templar and Masonic groups, Jackie has organized the once secret information and systems into an excellent understandable summary. The 'Living, Chief Head Stone that becomes the Corner'...defining the Messiah in 1 Peter 2:4-9, also defines every human in his/her Ascension movement. As this Universe is rapidly moving into a new Continuum reality, so also the spiritual science evolves to remain ahead of the evolutionary surge. The New-Ark, organized by Metatronic Reshel systems, is the core of that science. The Templars updated temples and earth-grids 700 years ago (and earlier) designed for this present phase of the great Transition. Jackies brilliant insight into this little understood science, continuing their work and conveyed through the book is a valuable aid for any grid-worker. These systems can be directly applied by Light Groups to increase their efficiency and resonance with Metatronic systems used in the Transition.

Jesus Christ: A Pagan Myth, is a detailed comparison of the religious and ethical beliefs held by the Greco-Roman world and the views held by Paul, the apostle to the Gentiles, and the Gospel of Mark, the earliest written gospel in the New Testament. Why do Mark and the gospels that followed him, as well as Paul's letters, reflect not Jewish ethics but rather the Stoic ethics of the Greco-Roman pagan world? Why the striking similarity between the religion of Paul and the mystery religions of the pagan world which surrounded him? Why are Mark and Paul so anti-Jewish? Why are Jesus' last words "Why have you (God) abandoned me?" Why does Jesus feel he is dying on the cross, a failure, that he is deserted by God? Jesus Christ: A Pagan Myth presents evidence that Jesus is a literary fiction, one derived from a Greco-Roman pagan environment. This evidence is taken from the New Testament, particularly from Mark and the letters of Paul, and from modern Christian scholars. NEWS: A new version of this book has now been published. It is the first in a series to be published in the next few months - "Jesus Never Lived Vol I Jesus Christ: A Pagan Myth." This is the third edition and has been revised and expanded. Over 150 pages of new material has been added. So be sure to check out "Jesus Never Lived Vol 1 Jesus Christ: A Pagan Myth."

This is an introduction to the new innovation of secular religion called "Pantheistic-Atheism." It is a way for us to live moral and ethical lives without a biblical God. A philosophy that all people can use to live together to make an ameliorated new world. We should not be trying to destroy ourselves in fulfilling some old superstitious biblical prophecy full of hatred and wars. Although this book includes a chapter on "Bible Propaganda," and additional information on why religion is fraudulent portraying God as the "Bully of the Bible." It is mainly about living successful positive lives. Therefore, it does not include sections on the superstitious immoral atrocities of the Bible, nor its true origin, the fact of Evolution versus Intelligent Design Enforcers, and many other subjects of "Bible-Babble-Bull" that are included in his anti-religious book called "Empirical Truth."

Partial Contents: Lincoln the Freethinker; Lincoln the Soldier; Jefferson the Freethinker; Franklin the Freethinker; Burbank - the Infidel; Bible and the Public Schools; Small Children Receive Religious Instruction? a Debate Between Rev. Walter M. Howlett and Joseph Lewis; Mexico and the Catholic Church; Gems from Ingersoll.

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Deism is a natural and rational bridge that unites our reason to our belief in God. It propels us from the false and destructive ancient myths to a space-age belief system that is in line with our innate God-given reason. This book, written in a concise and cogent style, introduces the reader to Deism, a way of life that is free of the old conflicts between reason and religion. The removal of these conflicts allows us to enjoy and appreciate a much more profound and satisfying belief in Nature's God while helping us to live a more productive and meaningful life.

From the "New York Times" bestselling author of "American Fascists" and the NBCC finalist for "War Is a Force That Gives Us Meaning" comes this timely and compelling work about new atheists: those who attack religion to advance the worst of global capitalism, intolerance and imperial projects.
Chris Hedges, who graduated from seminary at Harvard Divinity School, has long been a courageous voice in a world where there are too few. He observes that there are two radical, polarized and dangerous sides to the debate on faith and religion in America: the fundamentalists who see religious faith as their prerogative, and the new atheists who brand all religious belief as irrational and dangerous. Both sides use faith to promote a radical agenda, while the religious majority, those with a commitment to tolerance and compassion as well as to their faith, are caught in the middle.
The new atheists, led by Richard Dawkins, Christopher Hitchens and Sam Harris, do not make moral arguments about religion. Rather, they have created a new form of fundamentalism that attempts to permeate society with ideas about our own moral superiority and the omnipotence of human reason.
"I Don't Believe in Atheists" critiques the radical mindset that rages against religion and faith. Hedges identifies the pillars of the new atheist belief system, revealing that the stringent rules and rigid traditions in place are as strict as those of any religious practice.
Hedges claims that those who have placed blind faith in the morally neutral disciplines of reason and science create idols in their own image -- a sin for either side of the spectrum. He makes an impassioned, intelligent case against religious and secular fundamentalism, which seeks to divide the world into those worthy of moral and intellectual consideration and those who should be condemned, silenced and eradicated. Hedges shatters the new atheists' assault against religion in America, and in doing so, makes way for new, moderate voices to join the debate. This is a book that must be read to understand the state of the battle about faith.

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Why does an agnostic need to pray? This haunting question marks the beginning of a remarkable spiritual quest. For prayer is nothing we ought to do. It is something we need as much as food or rest or exercise. Yet to whom do we pray if we're not religious? How do we even begin? This book is for those who have trouble finding spiritual nurture in a religious setting. It is for those who hunger for something more than power, status, or excitement. It is for those who wish to find peace within themselves in a troubled world. Written by a former priest, Agnostic's Guide draws on a rich heritage of Celtic and American Indian spirituality. Through gentle engagement with tough questions, it invites us to rediscover what we have known all along in our hearts.