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"Classics in a classic collection...clearly a must for all
libraries, from the university to the small town, and for all
readers interested in spirituality." Religious Studies Review Philo
of Alexandria: The Contemplative Life, Giants and Selections
translation and introduction by David Winston preface by John
Dillon "For he wishes to represent the sage's soul as a replica of
heaven, or if one may speak hyperbolically, a heaven on earth,
containing within itself, as does the author, pure forms of being,
ordered movements, harmonious circuits, divine revolutions, beams
of virtues utterly star-like and dazzling." Philo of Alexandria, c.
20 BCE-50 CE Available for the first time in one volume is the
basic vision of Philo, the greatest Jewish mystic, philosopher, and
theologian of the Greco-Roman period. This book lets Philo speak in
his own words. Since the corpus of his writings is immense and his
style diffuse, no one treatise or small group of treatises exhibits
his full perspective on any given spiritual theme; thus and
anthology was necessary. The volume is edited by David Winston,
Professor of Hellenistic and Judaic Studies and Director of the
center for Judaic Studies at the Graduate Theological Union,
Berkeley, California. In his Introduction he summarizes the latest
findings of Philonic scholarship and offers a new and more balanced
appreciation of Philo's thought than was available before, based on
a new full-scale study of Philo's religious philosophy which he is
now in the process of preparing. In this volume Philo's The
Contemplative Life and The Giants are translated in full.
Selections from the other treatises are presented under the
following themes: Allegorical Method; Creation, Time and Eternity;
Divine Transcendence; The Mystic's Way to God; The Intermediary
World; Logos, Ideas, Powers, and Daemons; The Soul; Preexistence
and Immortality; Theory of Knowledge; Reason and Faith; Prophetic
Revelation; and others. Professor Winston says, "Philo of
Alexandria stands at the apex of the cultural activity of the
Jewish-Alexandrian community, his literary work climaxing a long
chain of Jewish-Hellenistic writings whose aim was to establish the
validity and integrity of Jewish religious thought in the face of
counter claims of the intellectually powerful Greek tradition."
John Dillon in his Preface to the book says, " This excellent
selection of his works will give the reader a vivid picture of the
essential Philo in all his aspects."
An updated and expanded edition of the definitive guide to
adaptogenic herbs * Includes a Materia Medica with monographs
covering 25 adaptogens, including eleuthero, ginseng, rhodiola,
schisandra, ashwagandha, licorice, shatavari, reishi, and holy
basil, as well as complementary nervines, restorative tonics, and
nootropics * Explains how adaptogens increase the body's resistance
to adverse influences, increase energy and stamina, and counter the
effects of age and stress on the body * Details the actions,
properties, preparation, and dosage for each herb and their uses in
Ayurveda and Chinese medicine and as remedies for animals Every day
our bodies strive to adapt and stay balanced, energized, and
healthy, yet chronic stress and the resulting elevation of stress
hormones such as cortisol have been shown to be major factors
behind not only fatigue and weight gain but also many chronic and
degenerative diseases. In this updated edition of the definitive
guide to adaptogenic herbs, clinical herbalist David Winston and
researcher Steven Maimes provide a comprehensive look at
adaptogens: non-toxic herbs such as ginseng, eleuthero, and
ashwagandha that help the body "adapt" to the many influences it
encounters and manage the stresses it experiences. They also
increase stamina and energy, boost cognitive function, restore the
immune system, and counter the effects of aging, especially when
used in appropriate combinations. Beginning with a history of the
use of adaptogens, including in Ayurveda, Chinese medicine, and
Russian medicine, the book examines how these herbal remedies work
and why they are so effective at combating stress-induced illness
and ailments. The extensive Materia Medica includes monographs on
25 adaptogens, including eleuthero, ginseng, rhodiola, schisandra,
ashwagandha, shatavari, reishi, and holy basil, as well as
complementary nervines, restorative tonics, and nootropic herbs,
such as milky oats, astragalus, St. John's wort, and ginkgo. Each
monograph presents the latest scientific research and details the
origin, traditional and clinical uses, actions, properties,
preparation, and dosage for each herb. The book also includes
guidance on adaptogenic remedies for our animal companions. Aimed
not only at herbalists but also those interested in natural health,
this guide to adaptogens will allow you to safely and effectively
use these herbal remedies to enhance your health and improve your
chances of living a longer, healthier, and well-balanced life.
The Second Edition of this pocket guide presents the essentials of
herbal therapy and nutritional supplements, combining the
traditional and scientific worlds. Dr. Kuhn has a PhD in physiology
and is author of two pharmacology textbooks; Mr. Winston is a
traditional herbalist in practice with a native American heritage.
The book covers 115 herbs that are commonly available in the United
States and Canada and 15 nutritional supplements. Coverage of each
herb includes traditional and current uses, dangers and toxicities,
and a bibliography. This edition includes 15 new herbs and drawings
of herbs.
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