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The Gnostic Gospels

by Elaine Pagels ...

Series series Modern Library 100 Best Nonfiction Books
**Selected by the Modern Library as one of the 100 best nonfiction books of all timeThe Gnostic Gospels** is a landmark study of the long-buried roots of Christianity, a work of luminous scholarship and wide popular appeal. First published in 1979 to critical acclaim, winning the National Book Award and the National Book Critics Circle Award, The Gnostic Gospels has continued to grow in reputation ... Read more

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**Selected by the Modern Library as one of the 100 best nonfiction books of all timeThe Gnostic Gospels** is a landmark study of the long-buried roots of Christianity, a work of luminous scholarship and wide popular appeal. First published in 1979 to critical acclaim, winning the National Book Award and the National Book Critics Circle Award, The Gnostic Gospels has continued to grow in reputation
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Journey to the Heart

Daily Meditations on the Path to Freeing Your Soul

by Melody Beattie ...

In the spirit of her bestselling The Language of Letting Go, America’s beloved inspirational and self-help writer Melody Beattie guides us on a sacred journey as we learn to expand our creativity, embrace our powers, and open our hearts.Writing with the same warmth, honesty, and compassion that has attracted such a loyal following, Beattie now charts a new path toward spiritual growth and renewal. ... Read more

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In the spirit of her bestselling The Language of Letting Go, America’s beloved inspirational and self-help writer Melody Beattie guides us on a sacred journey as we learn to expand our creativity, embrace our powers, and open our hearts.Writing with the same warmth, honesty, and compassion that has attracted such a loyal following, Beattie now charts a new path toward spiritual growth and renewal.
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The Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary

by Anne Catherine Emmerich ...

Incredibly revealing and edifying background of Our Lady, her parents and ancestors, St. Joseph, plus other people who figured into the coming of Christ. Many facts described about the Nativity and early life of Our Lord, as well as the final days of the Blessed Mother–all from the visions of this great mystic. ... Read more

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Incredibly revealing and edifying background of Our Lady, her parents and ancestors, St. Joseph, plus other people who figured into the coming of Christ. Many facts described about the Nativity and early life of Our Lord, as well as the final days of the Blessed Mother–all from the visions of this great mystic.
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The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything

A Spirituality for Real Life

by James Martin ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER"User-friendly...The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything...helpfully unpacks core precepts like ‘finding God in all things.’" —TimeThe Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything by Father James Martin, SJ (bestselling author of Jesus and Learning to Pray) is a practical spiritual guidebook rooted in Ignatian spirituality that shows you how to manage relationships, money... ... Read more

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER"User-friendly...The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything...helpfully unpacks core precepts like ‘finding God in all things.’" —TimeThe Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything by Father James Martin, SJ (bestselling author of Jesus and Learning to Pray) is a practical spiritual guidebook rooted in Ignatian spirituality that shows you how to manage relationships, money...
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From Eden to Exile

Unraveling Mysteries of the Bible

by Eric H. Cline ...

Eric H. Cline uses the tools of his trade to examine some of the most puzzling mysteries from the Hebrew Bible and, in the process, to narrate the history of ancient Israel. Combining the academic rigor that has won the respect of his peers with an accessible style that has made him a favorite with readers and students alike, he lays out each mystery, evaluates all available evidence—from ... Read more

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Eric H. Cline uses the tools of his trade to examine some of the most puzzling mysteries from the Hebrew Bible and, in the process, to narrate the history of ancient Israel. Combining the academic rigor that has won the respect of his peers with an accessible style that has made him a favorite with readers and students alike, he lays out each mystery, evaluates all available evidence—from
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Essential Judaism

A Complete Guide to Beliefs, Customs & Rituals

by George Robinson ...

You’ll find everything you need to know about being Jewish in this indispensable, revised and updated guide to the religious traditions, everyday practices, philosophical beliefs, and historical foundations of Judaism.What happens at a synagogue service? What are the rules for keeping kosher? How do I light the Hanukah candles? What is in the Hebrew Bible? What do the Jewish holidays signify? What ... Read more

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You’ll find everything you need to know about being Jewish in this indispensable, revised and updated guide to the religious traditions, everyday practices, philosophical beliefs, and historical foundations of Judaism.What happens at a synagogue service? What are the rules for keeping kosher? How do I light the Hanukah candles? What is in the Hebrew Bible? What do the Jewish holidays signify? What
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Soyez riches

Commentaire biblique et pratique sur l'Épître aux Éphésiens

by Warren W. Wiersbe ...

«Loué soit Dieu, le Père de notre Seigneur Jésus-Christ, qui nous a comblés par l'Esprit de toute la plénitude des dons célestes. Il a déversé d'en-haut, sur nous qui vivons dans la communion avec le Christ, toutes les bénédictions que le royaume des cieux contenait.» (Éphésiens 1:3 - Parole vivante)La vie augmente de manière vertigineuse mais la valeur de l'argent ne cesse de dégringoler. Nous ... Read more

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«Loué soit Dieu, le Père de notre Seigneur Jésus-Christ, qui nous a comblés par l'Esprit de toute la plénitude des dons célestes. Il a déversé d'en-haut, sur nous qui vivons dans la communion avec le Christ, toutes les bénédictions que le royaume des cieux contenait.» (Éphésiens 1:3 - Parole vivante)La vie augmente de manière vertigineuse mais la valeur de l'argent ne cesse de dégringoler. Nous
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The Spiral Staircase

My Climb Out of Darkness

by Karen Armstrong ...

The moving story of her own search for God by the highly-acclaimed author of the bestselling A History of God: The 4,000-Year Quest of Judaism, Christianity and Islam; The Battle for God: A History of Fundamentalism; and Islam: A Short History.In 1969, after seven years as a Roman Catholic nun -- hoping, but ultimately failing, to find God -- Armstrong left her convent. She knew almost nothing of ... Read more

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The moving story of her own search for God by the highly-acclaimed author of the bestselling A History of God: The 4,000-Year Quest of Judaism, Christianity and Islam; The Battle for God: A History of Fundamentalism; and Islam: A Short History.In 1969, after seven years as a Roman Catholic nun -- hoping, but ultimately failing, to find God -- Armstrong left her convent. She knew almost nothing of
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The Buddha's Teachings for Beginners

A Simple Guide to Connect the Buddha's Lessons to Everyday Life

by Emily Griffith Burke ...

Start your Buddhist journey with a clear and simple introductionBuddhism is a rich and layered belief system, which means exploring it for the first time can be overwhelming—and it's not always easy to connect the teachings to our lives today. This guide breaks down the central philosophies of Buddhism in clear and concise language that makes them easy to understand and apply to the modern world ... Read more

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Start your Buddhist journey with a clear and simple introductionBuddhism is a rich and layered belief system, which means exploring it for the first time can be overwhelming—and it's not always easy to connect the teachings to our lives today. This guide breaks down the central philosophies of Buddhism in clear and concise language that makes them easy to understand and apply to the modern world
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Tao Te Ching

A New Translation

by Laozi ...

Translated by David Bentley Hart, Patrick Robert Hart ...

In this new translation, a world-renowned scholar brings out the metaphysical, moral, and poetic power of Laoziâ€™s classical Chinese textDrawing on his extensive study of philosophy, religion, and literature across traditions, David Bentley Hart, with the help of Patrick Robert Hart, presents Laoziâ€™s timeless work and its paradoxical wisdom with clarity and grace.Mesmerized by the Tao Te Chingâ ... Read more

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In this new translation, a world-renowned scholar brings out the metaphysical, moral, and poetic power of Laoziâ€™s classical Chinese textDrawing on his extensive study of philosophy, religion, and literature across traditions, David Bentley Hart, with the help of Patrick Robert Hart, presents Laoziâ€™s timeless work and its paradoxical wisdom with clarity and grace.Mesmerized by the Tao Te Chingâ
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The First Paul

Reclaiming the Radical Visionary Behind the Church’s Conservative Icon

by Marcus J. Borg, John Dominic Crossan ...

“Borg and Crossan reveal a figure who, besides being neither anti-Semitic, anti-sex, nor misogynist, stresses social and political equality among Christians and between them and others. A refreshing and heartening exculpation of a still routinely maligned figure of the first importance to culture and civilization.” — Booklist (starred review)John Dominic Crossan and Marcus J. Borg—two of the world ... Read more

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“Borg and Crossan reveal a figure who, besides being neither anti-Semitic, anti-sex, nor misogynist, stresses social and political equality among Christians and between them and others. A refreshing and heartening exculpation of a still routinely maligned figure of the first importance to culture and civilization.” — Booklist (starred review)John Dominic Crossan and Marcus J. Borg—two of the world
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Jew-Hatred

The Latest Edition; Jewish Quarterly 265

by Simon Schama ...

Series Book 265 - The Jewish Quarterly
"For all the chants, this paroxysm of rage is, at its psychological core, not about Palestine, Israel or even the Jews. The hatred is about the haters: a failure of selfrecognition; a displacement of the obligation to make amends." —Simon SchamaSince ancient times, antisemitism has proved to be one of the most enduring and adaptable forms of hatred. Today it is thriving again.In this crucial and ... Read more

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"For all the chants, this paroxysm of rage is, at its psychological core, not about Palestine, Israel or even the Jews. The hatred is about the haters: a failure of selfrecognition; a displacement of the obligation to make amends." —Simon SchamaSince ancient times, antisemitism has proved to be one of the most enduring and adaptable forms of hatred. Today it is thriving again.In this crucial and
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Conflict of the Ages (The Complete Series)

The Story of Patriarchs and Prophets; The Story of Prophets and Kings; The Desire of Ages; The Acts of the Apostles; The Great Controversy Between Christ and Satan

by Ellen G. White ...

This key Seventh Day Adventist text explains in detail the SDA understanding of the conflict between God and Satan and their understanding of the Bible and much of world history. White wrote the series based on her research of other authors and special information which she claimed to receive through visions from God. The books thus include unique insights and concepts not found in other works of ... Read more

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This key Seventh Day Adventist text explains in detail the SDA understanding of the conflict between God and Satan and their understanding of the Bible and much of world history. White wrote the series based on her research of other authors and special information which she claimed to receive through visions from God. The books thus include unique insights and concepts not found in other works of
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Baha'i Basics (Revised Edition)

A Guide to the Beliefs, Practices, and History of the Baha'i Faith

by Frances Worthington ...

A revised and updated edition of Bahá'í Basics, an introduction to the Bahá'í Faith that covers the basic teachings, principles, and history of the Faith in an easy-to-use Question and Answer format. What is the Bahá'í Faith? What are its basic principles and teachings? When and where did it begin? What does it have in common with the other major religions of the world? How is it different? Who ... Read more

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A revised and updated edition of Bahá'í Basics, an introduction to the Bahá'í Faith that covers the basic teachings, principles, and history of the Faith in an easy-to-use Question and Answer format. What is the Bahá'í Faith? What are its basic principles and teachings? When and where did it begin? What does it have in common with the other major religions of the world? How is it different? Who
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The Others Within Us

Internal Family Systems, Porous Mind, and Spirit Possession

by Robert Falconer ...

Sparked by an Internal Family Systems (IFS) client's lifelong affliction with an unattached burden-something in her mind that was not part of her-Bob Falconer began a decade-long study of the others within us and how they are treated worldwide. This study is important to all of us because what it reveals about the nature of mind holds a key to healing our underlying alienation and isolation.The ... Read more

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Sparked by an Internal Family Systems (IFS) client's lifelong affliction with an unattached burden-something in her mind that was not part of her-Bob Falconer began a decade-long study of the others within us and how they are treated worldwide. This study is important to all of us because what it reveals about the nature of mind holds a key to healing our underlying alienation and isolation.The
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Whiskey Tender

A Memoir

by Deborah Taffa ...

Finalist for the National Book AwardLonglisted for a Carnegie Medal for ExcellenceWinner of the Southwest Book AwardWinner of the ASAIL Electa Quinney Award for Published StoriesA Best Book of the Year: Washington Post, Esquire, Time, The Atlantic, NPR, and Publishers WeeklyAn Oprah Daily "Best New Book" an... ... Read more

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Finalist for the National Book AwardLonglisted for a Carnegie Medal for ExcellenceWinner of the Southwest Book AwardWinner of the ASAIL Electa Quinney Award for Published StoriesA Best Book of the Year: Washington Post, Esquire, Time, The Atlantic, NPR, and Publishers WeeklyAn Oprah Daily "Best New Book" an...
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NKJV Study Bible, Full-Color

The Complete Resource for Studying God’s Word

by Thomas Nelson ...

The full text of the trustworthy New King James Version with robust study notes, vibrant full-color images, and dozens of study resources to help you grow deeper in your faith.The New King James Study Bible, Full-Color Edition, is a reliable guide for your journey into God's Word. This beautiful full-color Bible provides a complete resource for study, including over 1 million words of custom ... Read more

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The full text of the trustworthy New King James Version with robust study notes, vibrant full-color images, and dozens of study resources to help you grow deeper in your faith.The New King James Study Bible, Full-Color Edition, is a reliable guide for your journey into God's Word. This beautiful full-color Bible provides a complete resource for study, including over 1 million words of custom
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L'Odyssée du sacré

La grande histoire des croyances et des spiritualités des origines à nos jours

by Frédéric Lenoir ...

Depuis son apparition, Homo sapiens ressent effroi et admiration devant la puissance de la Nature et s’interroge sur l’énigme de son existence. De ce sentiment du sacré sont nés tous les grands courants spirituels et religieux du monde.Pourquoi sapiens est-il aussi un Homo spiritus : le seul animal qui cherche à donner du sens à sa vie, pratique des rituels funéraires, invente de grands récits ... Read more

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Depuis son apparition, Homo sapiens ressent effroi et admiration devant la puissance de la Nature et s’interroge sur l’énigme de son existence. De ce sentiment du sacré sont nés tous les grands courants spirituels et religieux du monde.Pourquoi sapiens est-il aussi un Homo spiritus : le seul animal qui cherche à donner du sens à sa vie, pratique des rituels funéraires, invente de grands récits
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The Great Cosmic Mother

Rediscovering the Religion of the Earth

by Monica Sjoo, Barbara Mor ...

A deeply awakening yet radical exploration of the Goddess, the divine feminine, and the cultural forces that have formed the female condition—A must read for all feminists and spiritual seekers“One of the most important books I’ve ever read.” – Alice Walker, Pulitzer Prize Winning author of The Color PurpleFor readers of Women Who Run with the Wolves, The Great Cosmic Mother offers a sweeping ... Read more

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A deeply awakening yet radical exploration of the Goddess, the divine feminine, and the cultural forces that have formed the female condition—A must read for all feminists and spiritual seekers“One of the most important books I’ve ever read.” – Alice Walker, Pulitzer Prize Winning author of The Color PurpleFor readers of Women Who Run with the Wolves, The Great Cosmic Mother offers a sweeping
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The Bhagavad Gita

by Eknath Easwaran ...

Series Book 1 - Easwaran's Classics of Indian Spirituality
The Bhagavad Gita is the best known of all the Indian scriptures, and Eknath Easwaran’s best-selling translation is reliable, readable, and profound.Easwaran's 55-page introduction places the Bhagavad Gita in its historical setting, and brings out the universality and timelessness of its teachings. Chapter introductions clarify key concepts, and notes and a glossary explain Sanskrit terms.Easwaran ... Read more

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The Bhagavad Gita is the best known of all the Indian scriptures, and Eknath Easwaran’s best-selling translation is reliable, readable, and profound.Easwaran's 55-page introduction places the Bhagavad Gita in its historical setting, and brings out the universality and timelessness of its teachings. Chapter introductions clarify key concepts, and notes and a glossary explain Sanskrit terms.Easwaran
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Awakened by Grace

The Life Story of Chuck Swindoll

by Charles R. Swindoll ...

Be inspired by the amazing story of an ordinary man who met an extraordinary God and became a pastor to millions.Awakened by Grace is an autobiography that takes you behind the scenes and into the heart of one of the most influential pastors of the past century, Chuck Swindoll.Born in rural Texas in 1934, Charles Swindoll often heard that he was a "mistake." He began stuttering in seventh grade ... Read more

$23.99 CAD

Be inspired by the amazing story of an ordinary man who met an extraordinary God and became a pastor to millions.Awakened by Grace is an autobiography that takes you behind the scenes and into the heart of one of the most influential pastors of the past century, Chuck Swindoll.Born in rural Texas in 1934, Charles Swindoll often heard that he was a "mistake." He began stuttering in seventh grade
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The Philokalia

A Selection

Translated by Andrew Louth, Jonathan L. Zecher ...

by Anonymous ...

The Philokalia is the most influential book in the recent history of the Orthodox Church, aside from the Bible. It is an anthology of thirty-six spiritual texts written between the fourth and fifteenth centuries by the masters of Eastern Orthodox Christianity, tracing a continuous tradition of the prayer of the heart, or hesychasm, in which the Jesus Prayer plays a growing role, from Evagrios of ... Read more

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The Philokalia is the most influential book in the recent history of the Orthodox Church, aside from the Bible. It is an anthology of thirty-six spiritual texts written between the fourth and fifteenth centuries by the masters of Eastern Orthodox Christianity, tracing a continuous tradition of the prayer of the heart, or hesychasm, in which the Jesus Prayer plays a growing role, from Evagrios of
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Le désenchantement du monde. Une histoire politique de la religion

by Marcel Gauchet ...

Il est des ouvrages qui, très vite, s'imposent comme des classiques contemporains. Depuis sa parution en 1985, cette Histoire politique de la religion est tenue pour telle. L'ouvrage comble, il est vrai, une grande lacune, depuis les travaux pionniers de Durkheim, Max Weber et Rudolf Otto, en rendant au sujet la place qu'il mérite. Car le religieux a modelé activement, et plus profondément qu'il n ... Read more

$21.99 CAD

Il est des ouvrages qui, très vite, s'imposent comme des classiques contemporains. Depuis sa parution en 1985, cette Histoire politique de la religion est tenue pour telle. L'ouvrage comble, il est vrai, une grande lacune, depuis les travaux pionniers de Durkheim, Max Weber et Rudolf Otto, en rendant au sujet la place qu'il mérite. Car le religieux a modelé activement, et plus profondément qu'il n
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The History of the Scottish Nation

by Wylie, James A. ...

James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890) was a Scottish historian of religion and Presbyterian minister. He was a prolific writer and is most famous for writing The History of Protestantism. This is all three books of History of the Scottish Nation. ... Read more

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James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890) was a Scottish historian of religion and Presbyterian minister. He was a prolific writer and is most famous for writing The History of Protestantism. This is all three books of History of the Scottish Nation.
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