This is the first extensive scholarly study of drone metal music and its religious associations, drawing on five years of ethnographic participant observation from more than 300 performances and 74 interviews, plus surveys, analyses of sound recordings, artwork, and extensive online discourse about music. Owen Coggins shows that while many drone metal listeners identify as non-religious, their ways of engaging with and talking about drone metal are richly informed by mysticism, ritual and religion. He explores why language relating to mysticism and spiritual experience is so prevalent in drone metal culture and in discussion of musical experiences and practices of the genre. The author develops the work of Michel de Certeau to provide an empirically grounded theory of mysticism in popular culture. He argues that the marginality of the genre culture, together with the extremely abstract sound produces a focus on the listeners' engagement with sound, and that this in turn creates a space for the open-ended exploration of religiosity in extreme states of bodily consciousness.

Be enchanted by the power and beauty of the natural world with this stunning colouring book, filled with 46 intricate illustrations by ink artist Stratten Peterson. From the courageous bear, a symbol of strength and healing, to the inquisitive deer, a manifestation of inner wisdom, discover how animals have long inspired spirituality, mythology and one's connection with nature. Through insightful text, this book invites you to explore the significance of each mystic animal, then immerse yourself in the extraordinary artworks as you bring them to life with colour. Mystic Animals is brought to you by the publisher of the bestselling Kerby Rosanes colouring book series.

If you are a Christian believer and you have exclusive faith in the pre-Tribulation Rapture, this book is for you. You need to consider its 7 Rapture timing secrets. This book presents, in simple balanced logical steps, the major Biblical inferences for the pre-Trib and the post-Trib Rapture theories. The author does not dogmatically preach only one of the theories; rather he proposes that believers should balance their Rapture faith based on the various strengths of the evidence for each theory. The book gives a fair presentation of the two major theories, and then asks the reader to make an informed evaluation and only then apportion Rapture faith. It is the author's opinion that a dogmatic 100% faith in any one of the Rapture theories is not justified and could in the future be dangerous to spiritual stability. In the Sections explaining the post-Tribulation Rapture inferences, Dr. True presents evidence that the "7-year" portion of the "Future" section of the book of Revelation (6:1-20:6) describes 7 self-contained concurrent narratives, each ending with YHWH's wrath and the 24-hour Day of the Lord. He also presents a theory about the "mystery" in chapter 10. Dr. True has retired from his formal career as a licensed physician and a board certified psychiatrist. He likes to say he is a sinner in recovery, not unlike alcoholics who know they must continue practicing recovery. He became a believer at age 12, the oldest of 7 siblings in a blended family. Secular education in the absence of enlightened teachers led to a period of agnosticism and unenlightened selfishness. A serious re-evaluation in mid-life led back to the solid rock of a historical risen Savior/Creator. Ever the oldest brother therapist, his concern is that fellow believers not stumble on paths strewn with unnecessary dogmatism.

Daughters, we gather, to-get-her...To remember her...Have we all forgotten what it means to be divine? Has time brought us to a place where we no longer see what is real? Have our reflections in the looking glass of life become so blurred that we no longer recognize who and what we are? Remember Her then. The Words and Wisdom in this book will introduce you to who She really is...once again...The Gathering of Daughters is a book filled with inspiring and fulfilling words that lead the reader toward discovering a new way of being.

Greek magical texts sometimes contain peculiar triangular formations created by repeating the same word over and over again in the same column, but leaving off one letter at the beginning or end (or both). Interpretations shifted during the twentieth century: did the words inscribed in these shapes represent the names of diseases or evil demons which were forced to disappear as each letter of the name does? Or were they the work of Roman period scribes representing very different notions? This new study uses a masterly survey of the known examples of these texts to argue for a radical revision of recent views.

Chani Nicholas has amassed hundreds of thousands of loyal devotees for her radical approach to astrology for the real world - her first book is a modern day guide for using everyday astrology as a route to self-discovery, growth and finding purpose.

Gone are the whimsical musings of 'On Tuesday you will meet your prince charming' horoscopes - Nicholas is spearheading an empowering new approach. Challenging readers to take control, confront their emotions, supercharge their intentions and use the power of the stars to reach their true potential.

In an era when growing numbers of people are feeling a sense of meaninglessness and a desire to learn more about themselves, You Were Born for This teaches you how to harness the zodiac to become in tune with yourself and able to contextualise in an overwhelming world of confusing experiences and chaos.

With journal prompts, reflection questions and affirmations personal to your astrological make-up, this book guides you along the path your chart has laid out for you.

Through an analysis of many different examples, Danvers articulates a new way of thinking about mysticism and scepticism, not as opposite poles of the philosophical spectrum, but as two fields of enquiry with overlapping aims and methods. Prompted by a deep sense of wonder at being alive, many mystics and sceptics, like the Buddha, practice disciplines of doubt in order to become free of attachment to fixed appearances, essences and viewpoints, and in doing so they find peace and equanimity. They develop ways of living with impermanence and the unexpected by letting go of adherence to dogmatic beliefs and by suspending judgement. In common with many artists and poets they act as agents of uncertainty, actively disturbing the routines and habits of day-to-day thought and behaviour in order to demonstrate how to maintain a sense of balance and spontaneity in the midst of life's difficulties. Topics explored include: being and self as process; mysticism and language; scepticism and dogmatism; Buddhism, interdependence and emptiness; Daoism and impermanence; dialectics of doubt in art and poetry. Written in a lively and accessible style, accompanied by drawings and photographs by the author, this volume is aimed at scholars, artists, teachers, and anyone interested in philosophy, religion, art, poetry and ways of being.

"Beat Adversity and Aspire to Live" presents a holistic, integrated, principle-centered approach to solving personal and professional problems by teaching others to look inward instead of outward to achieve personal fulfillment.

Lorenzo Suter has traveled hundreds of thousand of miles to inspire others to reach great heights. In his guidebook to living an empowered life, Suter encourages others to take charge of their lives and be responsible, accountable, determined, and contribute with resilience, perspective, and faith. Through anecdotes and scripture, Suter provides practical advice that will help anyone strengthen their intuitive decision-making skills while also sharing detailed guidance on how to: Practice mindfulness in order to achieve inner-peace Think outside the box and defy the norm Understand contentment and how to achieve it Communicate feelings and ambitions Reflect on mediocrity and streamline responsibilities to a positive outcome "Beat Adversity and Aspire to Live" will help anyone ready to overcome barriers to fulfillment, create prosperity and quality of life, and transform negative emotions, ultimately creating a new passion for life

"The body of a woman who had been hanged infested by the devil -- Hobgoblins that appeared near the castle of Lusignan in 1620 -- A Young Lady murdered by an evil Spirit through her impious wishes, and afterwards transformed into a Black Cat -- The Night-mare -- A young gentleman who sold himself to the devil."

These are just some of the forty-four short stories contained in this strange collection. First published in 1804 during the height of the Gothic literary phenomenon, Isabella Lewis's "Terrific Tales" sought to capitalize on the public's fascination with spectres, ghosts, demons, and other supernatural happenings.

But the most shocking thing about these horror stories is, as Lewis claims, they are all true Meticulously culled from accounts in ancient Roman texts, medieval monks' manuscripts, church documents, and actual legal records, and supported by factual evidence, these terrifying and bizarre tales will make even modern readers reconsider their beliefs regarding the supernatural.

This curious book, which is very likely the first such collection of ghost stories published in the English language, is extremely rare today, with only four copies known to exist. The Valancourt Books edition reprints the unabridged 1804 text, together with a new preface, in a cloth-bound hardcover volume with an attractive dust jacket.