Collection: Spirituality & Religion

"How can I prepare her for this new phase? I wanted to find a resource that can explain the details of this special stage while also integrating the important aspects of it from the Islamic religion. Being from the West, most books I found only explained the physiological changes. But I found that Muslim girls, especially ones from Western countries, need to know more about the religious implications of this stage. So I decided to write this guide to help young girls understand the basic things a Muslim girl should know about puberty, including the religious aspects that come along with it. However, this guide is just a starter to the journey ahead. I encourage parents to talk with your teens and pre-teens about this important stage of life to have a full and thorough understanding." - Natalia Nabil

Includes: What is puberty and its stages. Hygiene tips. Religious duties to perform. And ones to stay away from. And much more

Many thousands have benefited from "The Big Book" and its simple but profound explanation of the doctrines behind Alcoholics Anonymous, which was founded in 1935 by Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith. This original 1939 edition outlines the famous 12 steps, and offers counsel for those who wish to join the program but doubt the existence of a higher power. It also contains encouraging personal stories, in which AA members relate their experiences with alcohol and how they found the path to sobriety.
"The Big Book" has gone through numerous editions and remains the most widely used resource for recovering alcoholics. Only this original 1939 edition includes all 29 stories of the program's pioneers, which share the details of their full journey, including initial recovery, sometimes followed by relapse and eventual success. This edition also features the key to the solution claimed by Bill Wilson: a vital spiritual experience that allows followers to rediscover, or discover, God.
This realistic portrayal of the program as offered by its founders has been lost in subsequent editions of the work, and is presented here to serve as a reminder that success comes in many forms.

Medical Astrology in Action, by award winning, internationally recognized author Hill, is the only book in print exclusively devoted to the distinctly physical and medical impacts of the transiting Sun, Moon, planets and Lunar Nodes upon the natal chart. This is a practical repertory, useful for both natal and transit charts. Hill's liberal inclusion of Field Notes, Herbal Tips, and Surgical Notes makes for delectable reading. All major aspects are discussed, with an emphasis on conjunctions. Illuminating entry chapters explain and demonstrate "aspect mechanics" and other fine details of chart interpretation.

The popular author packs her lifetime of experience and vast knowledge into this significant work, comprising a dramatic advance in the state of the art. Foreword by renowned Herbalist, Matthew Wood, AHG, MSc. No fluff or padding here; this book is all depth! Suitable for students of astrology and professionals alike. Beautifully illustrated by the author.

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El poder del pensamiento positivo ha ayudado a hombres y mujeres en todo el mundo a lograr la plenitud en sus vidas. Cree en ti mismo y en todo lo que haces. Desarrolla tu potencial para alcanzar tus objetivos. Rompe el hábito de la preocupación y logra una vida relajada. Mejora tus relaciones personales y profesionales. Asume el control sobre tus circunstancias. Sé amable contigo mismo.

El poder del pensamiento positivo has helped men and women throughout the world to achieve fullness in their lives. The book teaches you how to believe in yourself and everything you do, develop your potential to achieve your goals, break the habit of worry and live a relaxed life, improve your relationships, take control of circumstances, and to be kind to yourself.

From the creator of the best-selling The Language of Yin comes the yang-The Inspired Yoga Teacher
If you are a new or experienced yoga teacher of any discipline and find yourself asking what to teach today, The Inspired Yoga Teacher will answer that question. Brimming with themes, ideas, scripts, sequences, philosophy, poetry and quotes, The Inspired Yoga Teacher is a toolbox that will uplift your teaching and breathe new life into your classes. On days when you are busy, the book serves as a shot of inspiration and can be used as a basis for deeper inquiry and planning during times of exploration.

Used on Yoga Teacher Trainings World Wide

Become an effective yoga teacher

Using the most well-loved themes, the book guides you on how to plan a class that comes directly from your heart.

• Start your class with opening themes and words, set foundations, and explore starting postures.
• Flesh out your class with themed salutations, flows, focussed poses, and different styles of yoga.
• Finish your classes with heartfelt endings, Savasana, and final words.

Theme with ease

• One minute themes
• Giving dharma talks-explore teaching beyond the poses with purpose
• Theme with the Elements-Earth, Water, Fire, Space and Ether
• Theme with the Chakras-From Earth to Heaven explore practical and heartfelt yoga philosophy and practices.
• Theme with the Vayus-Delve deeper into your subtle body with an examination of the winds or little pranas that reside within.
• Theme using inspiring Deities-Fall in love with cheeky monkeys, heartfelt warriors and compassionate caretakers.
• The yoga Sutras of Patanjali-making the sutras accessible and easy to understand and teach in the yoga class
• The Bhagavad Gita-reference to this age-old classic through stories and quotes
• Theme with the Yamas and Niyamas-Examine and teach the moral and ethical guidelines that make up part of the code laid down by ancient sages.
• Yoga sequencing
• Yoga Philosophy

Practices and Yoga Sequences

The practices are illustrated in a straightforward and easy to use format and cover various yoga styles.
Detailed teaching notes accompany each class.

• Vinyasa Flow
• Hatha yoga
• Chair yoga
• Myofascial Release
• Yin yoga
• Restorative yoga
• Yoga Nidra
• Yoga sequencing

This practical and accessible treasure chest is for the professional teacher who wants to explore sharing what it means to teach yoga beyond the body and who loves yoga beyond asana.
If you are a yoga teacher or student, this book will be a lifelong guide and companion on your path.

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IMAM JA FAR AL-SADIQ

The sixth Imam in the line of the Twelve Imams descended from the Prophet Muhammad, Imam Ja far ibn Muhammad al-Sadiq (702-765 C.E. or 17th Rabi al-Awwal 83 AH - 15th Shawwal 148 AH) was the founder of the Ja fari School of Islamic Law and a renowned scholar of his age. His father was the Imam Muhammad al-Baqir and his mother, Farwa, was a great-granddaughter of Abu Bakr. He lived in Arabia in the eighth century. He devoted his attention to interpreting divine utterances and applied himself to such controversial subjects as iraadah (free will) and qadr (the power to direct one's own actions). He is regarded as one of the greatest of the imams and is also revered by the Naqshbandi Sunni Sufi chain.

THE LANTERN OF THE PATH

The Lantern of The Path comprises ninety-nine chapters. Each one is a threshold to the next, guiding the reader through the broad spectrum of ageless wisdom, like a lantern along the path of reality. The author illuminates the inner meanings of outer practices which range from practical everyday acts of behavior, to the practices of worship, morals and ethics, and the pillars of religion.

Practical and profound, this concise volume is a useful guide for those who wish to cultivate their inner being. accompanying commentary, students and adepts alike can now gain a profounder understanding of these timeless teachings from the wellspring of the heart of Islam.

Why are more and more psychotherapists embracing meditation practice, while so many Buddhists are exploring psychology? "Both psychology and Buddhism seek to provide freedom from suffering," explains Bruce Tift, "yet each offers a completely different approach for reaching this goal." In Already Free, Tift opens a fresh and provocative dialogue between these two profound perspectives on the human condition.

Tift reveals how psychotherapy's "Developmental" approach of understanding the way our childhood wounds shape our adult selves both contradicts and supports the "Fruitional" approach of Buddhism, which tells us that the freedom we seek is always available. In this investigation, he uncovers insights for connecting with authentic experience, releasing behaviors that no longer serve us, enhancing our relationships, and more. "When we use the Western and Eastern approaches together," writes Bruce Tift, "they can help us open to all of life--its richness, its disturbances, and its inherent completeness."

This is a NEW Translation of ALL THREE Books of Enoch, with extensive commentary.

This (all 3 Books of Enoch) is a new and easy-to-read translation by Dr. A. Nyland and is not the 1917 R.H. Charles Public Domain translation of The Book of Enoch.
This book is an easy to read translation with cross references, copious background notes, and notes.
Former college professor Dr. A. Nyland has a doctorate in ancient languages and word meaning. She has appeared on television and radio numerous times speaking about ancient languages and ancient peoples.

This new translation by Dr. A. Nyland contains all 3 Books of Enoch:
1) 1 Book of Enoch (Also called The Ethiopic Book of Enoch)
2) 2 Book of Enoch (Also called The Slavonic Book of Enoch, The Secrets of Enoch).
Also contains the extended version of 2 The Book of Enoch, The Exaltation of Melchizedek.
3) 3 Book of Enoch (Also called The Hebrew Book of Enoch)

Vanquish the energy thieves in your life and at work.

Are there people in your life that leave you feeling drained, depleted, and just exhausted? Twenty minutes with these people and you feel as if you've just run a marathon. They demand limitless time, emotional support, attention, or affirmation; you dread interacting with them but don't know how to change the dynamic.

You've just encountered a real-life vampire. Dracula has nothing on these ubiquitous social villains who take--time, energy, attention, emotional capacity-- without reciprocating, and leave you too exhausted to protest. Energy vampires can be people, situations, or even your own mindset, but in Surrounded by Energy Vampires, internationally best-selling author Thomas Erikson identifies the different types of energy vampires and offers practical tools, fun self-assessments, and relatable stories to help you combat them.

Using the same simple, four-color behavior that made Surrounded by Idiots a runaway bestseller, Surrounded by Energy Vampires will help you slay the energy sucking interactions in your life whether they're lurking at the office, amongst your friends, or in your own home.

Slow down, celebrate the flaws, own the good stuff, and focus on learning to love and appreciate yourself. These themes of self-compassion and self-care are hugely popular, and Flow(R) has a unique and creative take on them. Now, following A Book That Takes Its Time, with 205,000 copies in print, A Book That Loves You offers a message that will resonate in its simplicity: Be sweet to yourself, no matter what kind of day you're having. (In fact, the challenging days are the days you'll most want to pick up the book.)

Discover the comforting effects of a daily ritual, like drinking tea. Why it's okay--and even beautiful--to stumble now and again. Embrace the art of being alone. Release the reins on your schedule. And learn to love yourself with all your imperfections--including your over-productive mind. The book combines Flow's signature scrapbook-like look and feel, focus on mindfulness, and high production standards. Sprinkled throughout the essays, illustrations, and sayings are paper "goodies," designed to help readers put what they read into action: A "slow down" sticker puzzle, a pullout "My Own User Manual" map, a DIY flower to assemble and enjoy.

It's a delightful gift for yourself or someone you care about--a book to peruse and engage with, using creativity and intention.

You may be familiar with rose quartz, amethyst, tourmaline, or selenite--but what about agrellite, Blade of Light, star garnet, or king cobra jasper? A wealth of knowledge and amazing healing powers can be gained by studying the wide world of crystals, from the most popular varieties to the lesser known. Cassandra Eason, practicing witch and author of more than 130 books on every aspect of the magical and mystical, supplies this compendium of wisdom full of never-before-seen research, tips and tricks, and easy practices anyone can incorporate into their daily routine to increase good fortune, ward off the evil eye, heal the body and the spirit, and more.

This new publication of a highly popular classic lives up to its title in presenting very clear instructions for how to learn astrology. As the first volume of a six volume series, this book teaches "Basic Principles" in a proven critically acclaimed method. Part 1 explains the symbolism of signs, planets, houses and aspects. Part 2 provides detailed delineation of each of the planets by sign, house placement and aspect, with thorough examples and then quizzes that allow the reader to self-test. Throughout, March and McEvers encourage their readers to "think like an astrologer."

An interlinear edition of the spiritual classic that provides devanagari, transliterated Sanskrit, and English versions of the Gītā.

A "profound and inspiring" collection of ancient indigenous wisdom for "anyone wanting the healing of self, society, and of our shared planet" (Peter Levine, author of Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma).

A Penobscot Indian draws on the experiences and wisdom of the First Nations to address environmental justice, water protection, generational trauma, and more.

Drawing from ancestral knowledge, as well as her experience as an attorney and activist, Sherri Mitchell addresses some of the most crucial issues of our day--including indigenous land rights, environmental justice, and our collective human survival. Sharing the gifts she has received from the elders of her tribe, the Penobscot Nation, she asks us to look deeply into the illusions we have labeled as truth and which separate us from our higher mind and from one another.

Sacred Instructions explains how our traditional stories set the framework for our belief systems and urges us to decolonize our language and our stories. It reveals how the removal of women from our stories has impacted our thinking and disrupted the natural balance within our communities.

For all those who seek to create change, this book lays out an ancient world view and set of cultural values that provide a way of life that is balanced and humane, that can heal Mother Earth, and that will preserve our communities for future generations.

An entertaining history of the soundtrack of American evangelical Christianity

Few things frightened conservative white Protestant parents of the 1950s and the 1960s more than thought of their children falling prey to the "menace to Christendom" known as rock and roll. The raucous sounds of Elvis Presley and Little Richard seemed tailor-made to destroy the faith of their young and, in the process, undermine the moral foundations of the United States. Parents and pastors launched a crusade against rock music, but they were fighting an uphill battle.

Salvation came in a most unlikely form. Well, maybe not that unlikely--the long hair, the beards, the sandals--but still a far cry from the buttoned-up, conservative Protestantism they were striving to preserve. Yet when a revival swept through counterculture hippie communities of the West Coast in the 1960s and 1970s a new alternative emerged. Known as the Jesus Movement--and its members, more colloquially, as "Jesus freaks"--the revival was short-lived. But by combining the rock and folk music of the counterculture with religious ideas and aims of conservative white evangelicals, Jesus freaks and evangelical media moguls gave birth to an entire genre known as Contemporary Christian Music (CCM). By the 1980s and 1990s, CCM had grown into a massive, multimillion-dollar industry. Contemporary Christian artists were appearing on Top 40 radio, and some, most famously Amy Grant, crossed over into the mainstream. And yet, today, the industry is a shadow of what it once was.

In this book, Leah Payne traces the history and trajectory of CCM in America and, in the process, demonstrates how the industry, its artists, and its fans shaped--and continue to shape--conservative, (mostly) white, evangelical Protestantism. For many outside observers, evangelical pop stars, interpretive dancers, puppeteers, mimes, and bodybuilders are silly expressions of kitsch. Yet Payne argues that these cultural products were sources of power, meaning, and political activism. Throughout, she draws on in-depth interviews with CCM journalists, publishers, producers, and artists, as well as archives, sales and marketing data, fan magazines, merchandise--everything that went into making CCM a thriving subculture. Ultimately, Payne argues, CCM spurred evangelical activism in more potent and lasting ways than any particular doctrine, denomination, culture war, or legislative agenda had before.

An accessible and accurate translation of the Quran that offers a rigorous analysis of its theological, metaphysical, historical, and geographical teachings and backgrounds, and includes extensive study notes, special introductions by experts in the field, and is edited by a top modern Islamic scholar, respected in both the West and the Islamic world.

Drawn from a wide range of traditional Islamic commentaries, including Sunni and Shia sources, and from legal, theological, and mystical texts, The Study Quran conveys the enduring spiritual power of the Quran and offers a thorough scholarly understanding of this holy text.

Beautifully packaged with a rich, attractive two-color layout, this magnificent volume includes essays by 15 contributors, maps, useful notes and annotations in an easy-to-read two-column format, a timeline of historical events, and helpful indices. With The Study Quran, both scholars and lay readers can explore the deeper spiritual meaning of the Quran, examine the grammar of difficult sections, and explore legal and ritual teachings, ethics, theology, sacred history, and the importance of various passages in Muslim life.

With an introduction by its general editor, Seyyed Hossein Nasr, here is a nearly 2,000-page, continuous discussion of the entire Quran that provides a comprehensive picture of how this sacred work has been read by Muslims for over 1,400 years.