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Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > Religious & spiritual
First published in 1978, Christmas Humphrey's autobiography
presents the fascinating history of a life rich and varied in both
private and in public. Spanning seven decades it touches on many
events of historical interest in which he was personally involved.
Among them the abdication of Edward VIII, the Japanese War Trials
and his time with the Dalai Lama after his flight from Tibet. The
author gives a graphic portrait of life behind the Bar and on the
Bench - of what it is like to prosecute and to defend, and of the
immense difficulties which face a judge when passing sentence. Here
too are recollections of many famous cases of the twentieth
century, and of the many murder trials in which he appeared as
prosecuting counsel or judge. Of equal interest is his fifty years'
of work in the field of English Buddhism. In 1924 he and his wife
founded the Buddhist Society, which would become hugely influential
in the spread of Buddhism throughout the West. Both Sides of the
Circle is rich in humour and humanity. There is the joyful account
of the author's Edwardian Boyhood followed by the tragedy of his
brother's death in World War 1, which lead to the awakening of his
interest in Buddhism and Theosophy. He speaks freely of his
encounters with the Dalai Lama, with D.T. Suzuki, with Jung and
with the Royal families of Thailand, Sikkim and Nepal, as well as
his travels throughout the Europe and in the Orient. Both sides of
the Circle is more than autobiography - it is also a spiritual
odyssey whose reissue will be of great interest to those who've
enjoyed Christmas Humphreys' other work and wish to know more about
his brilliant career. It will also be very welcome to those wanted
to learn about Buddhism in general, and the origins of English
Buddhism in particular.
How I was able to find peace and joy in the face of diversity and
tribulations. Early in life, I have always had Someone looking
after me even when I did not realize it. Later in life, after
becoming a true believer, my faith was challenged. Even in the face
of this chronic illness called MS, my faith never faltered. I did
not revert to asking, "why me?" I know my purpose is to boldly show
what Christ has done in my life regardless of any obstacles. Born
on Chicago's west side in 1958, I aspired to do better than what
was expected. I did the traditional college. I got my Bachelor of
Science and Masters degrees. I started my career in Chicago.
Working for corporate giants like Merrill Lynch, IBM, and Siemens
was what I thought I was supposed to do back then. In 1999 I was
blessed with employment at a small, public, non-corporate
technology organization. However, in 2001, I experienced a steady
decline of my health. Not knowing what to do, I went to my primary
physician for help, but the prescribed stress pills did not work.
Finally, in 2006, I received a call at a time when most doctors
were not working. I was diagnosed with MS.
Dare to BE YOU: Phenomenal Evolution is about redemption and
restoration after personal tragedy and triumph. It is a portrait of
the love of God as told through the life of a young girl who
overcame barriers of teen-pregnancy, domestic violence and the
personal pitfalls of surrounding yourself with negativity. It is a
book that will challenge you to reflect on your own journey with a
grateful heart and see the fingerprints of God throughout your
life.
With a new introduction by the author
The True Story of an Uncharted Journey Through the Afterlife As a
world war raged around him, a young soldier named George Ritchie
barely comprehended his own death as he left the physical
world--only to return minutes later. Yet in the space between death
and coming back to life, he experienced eternity. In this riveting
true story, Dr. George Ritchie shares some of the most stunning and
detailed descriptions of life after death. You'll encounter other
non-physical beings, travel through different dimensions of time
and space, and discover a series of worlds--some hellish in their
separation from life, some glorious in their heavenly brilliance.
But most amazingly, you'll witness his transformational meeting
with the Light of the world, the Son of God. Hailed as one of the
most amazing visions of the afterlife ever recorded, Ritchie's
experience forever changed the course of his life and his
understanding of the realm beyond our own--and it can do the same
for you.
"Spots of a leopard - on being a man" is a quest to discover the
meaning of life in this day and age. When internationally acclaimed
journalist Aernout Zevenbergen moved to Kenya in 1997, he had no
idea how deeply his encounters with joy and sorrow in Africa would
effect him. Writing about the most inspiring as well as the most
disconcerting facets of life, Zevenbergen goes onto a subtle
journey of self-discovery. What is love? If it takes a village to
raise a child, does it also take a village to bury one? How does
romance play a role in our lives? When is a man considered to be a
good father? Can friendship conquer loneliness? What gives strength
and inspiration when the going gets tough? Zevenbergen discusses
these questions with a wide variety of men; from truckers to
bikers, from paupers to presidents, from warriors to widowers. 'We
are leopards wiping away their spots.' The author asks questions
few have dared to ask men. Faced with their honesty, the author
finds the courage to finally grow up as well. === Matthew Fox
(author of 'The Hidden Spirituality of Men'): 'Your story telling
is very powerful and moving and altogether creates a tapestry that
gets one thinking strong thoughts and asking important questions.'
The Weekender: 'Zevenbergen has a true talent for getting people to
open up and speak their hearts' Cape Argus: 'Wordsmith: Aernout
Zevenbergen has written beautifully crafted essays' Jury report
Dick Scherpenzeel Foundation: 'He portrays in an extremely skillful
way the face of traditions-in-flux.' Olivia Umurerwa Rutazibwa -
politics.be: 'By voicing his own doubts and questions and by openly
reflecting upon his own life, the journalistic stories get a
beautiful human face.' Biblion: 'An extremely well written work on
a topic for which there has been little attention.'
When Ben and Barbara Girod married in 1973, they had no idea their
new life together would be one of shared burdens and blessings,
lovely dreams and bitter disappointments. Both products of a strict
and conservative Amish upbringing, they sought to know Jesus, and
they wanted more than the form and tradition of their Amish
upbringing. In An Amish Journey to Forgiveness, author Ben Girod
tells his remarkable and unusual story of Amish life, reflecting
his painstaking social and spiritual journey over many decades. His
responsibilities as a bishop and church leader were manifold as he
dealt with the predominant and inherent traditions of the Old Order
Amish church. A divine encounter with God brought peace and joy to
their lives, but this was soon followed by misunderstanding and
rejection by family, church members, and leaders, ultimately ending
in excommunication from their respective district. Devastated,
confused, and unable to understand why this was happening, they
turned to the Lord in search of meaning and purpose. An Amish
Journey to Forgiveness shares their story as they began to
understand that God was allowing such persecution and suffering to
draw them closer to Him. It shows how God used Girod to bring about
an awareness of the need for healing and reconciliation throughout
the body.
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