Collection: Spirituality & Religion

El Sefer Yetzirah, (Libro de la Creación), es una obra antigua y misteriosa de la literatura cabalística, atribuida al Patriarca Abraham.

En esta nueva edición, basada en la traduccion al ingles del rabino Aryeh Kaplan, se explican sus profundas implicaciones teóricas, meditativas y mágicas.

Aryeh Kaplan nos guía a través de los intrincados conceptos cabalísticos presentados en el Sefer Yetzirah, arrojando luz sobre su significado y aplicación práctica en la vida cotidiana.

Este libro revelador nos ofrece una visión única de la cosmología y la creación según la sabiduría cabalística, presentando un profundo entendimiento del universo y de nuestra relación con El Creador. Con su estilo claro y accesible, el Aryeh Kaplan nos brinda una oportunidad invaluable para sumergirnos en los misterios de la cabalá y desentrañar los secretos del Sefer Yetzirah.

Mientras los lectores descubren las respuestas biblicas a preguntas dificiles acerca del perdon, tambien descubriran como el escoger perdonar los libera del dolor del pasado y los impulsa a ser todo lo que Dios quiere que sean. Las instrucciones para los lideres se dan al inicio de cada libro. As they uncover biblical answers to the difficult questions of forgiveness, readers will discover how choosing forgiveness can free them from a painful past and propel them toward being all God intends them to be. Instructions for leaders are given at the beginning of the book.

Se basa en la creencia de que el ser humano necesita un procedimiento o sistema para despertar (a través del autoconocimiento, atención consciente y del entorno, movimientos, posturas, danzas y sobre todo "el recuerdo de sí"). Dentro de esta doctrina se reconocen otros tres caminos, pero no son prácticos debido al modo de vida actual. Según indican las escuelas de cuarto camino hoy día, hay un tipo de camino para cada tipo de persona y el sentido es encontrar la parte olvidada de sí mismos; en pocas palabras despertar del sueño, de la mal llamada consciencia de vigilia en la cual se está inmerso, que no es más que otra manera de sueño.

"Look at the birds"

Through the painful days of the pandemic stuck in her home, Courtney Ellis found herself looking down in despair. Soon after, her beloved grandfather died unexpectedly.

It was around this same time that Ellis took up watching birds. "Took up" might not be exactly right--as she puts it, "the switch flipped," and she's been borderline obsessed with birds ever since.

Looking Up is a meditation on birding as a practice of hope. Weaving together stories from her own life, including the death of her grandfather, with reflections on birds of many kinds, Ellis invites us to open our eyes to the goodness of God both in the natural world and in our own lives. By "looking up" to the birds, Ellis found the beauty and wonder of these creatures calling her out of her darkness into the light and hope of God's promises.

In this never-before-told history of Buffalo Bill and the Mormons, Brent M. Rogers presents the intersections in the epic histories of William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody and the Latter-day Saints from 1846 through 1917. In Cody's autobiography he claimed to have been a member of the U.S. Army wagon train that was burned by the Saints during the Utah War of 1857-58. Less than twenty years later he began his stage career and gained notoriety by performing anti-Mormon dramas. By early 1900 he actively recruited Latter-day Saints to help build infrastructure and encourage growth in the region surrounding his town of Cody, Wyoming.

In Buffalo Bill and the Mormons Rogers unravels this history and the fascinating trajectory that took America's most famous celebrity from foe to friend of the Latter-day Saints. In doing so, the book demonstrates how the evolving relationship between Cody and the Latter-day Saints can help readers better understand the political and cultural perceptions of Mormons and the American West.

Over 1 Million Copies Sold Winner of the ECPA Book of the Year Award

"The scope and theological faithfulness of the ESV Study Bible study notes is breathtaking." --John Piper

The ESV Study Bible was designed to help you understand the Bible in a deeper way. Created by a diverse team of 95 leading Bible scholars and teachers--from 9 countries, nearly 20 denominations, and 50 seminaries, colleges, and universities--the ESV Study Bible features a wide array of study tools, including extensive study notes, 200 full-color maps, 40 full-color illustrations, charts, timelines, articles, and introductions, making it a valuable resource for serious readers, students, and teachers of God's Word.

• Bestselling: Over 1 million copies sold
• 20,000 Study Notes: Accessible study notes on every page help readers dive deeper into Scripture's meaning and application
• Robust Bible Resources: Includes 200+ charts and timelines, 240+ full-color maps and illustrations, 50+ topical theology articles, 120 Bible character profiles, and more
• Quality Production: All editions feature smyth-sewn binding, with TruTone and leather editions featuring additional ribbon markers, gilding, and a lifetime guarantee

Hundreds of God's Promises Organized and Made Accessible

In moments of confusion or doubt, humans look beyond themselves for answers. Thankfully God offers us countless assuring promises, and it's our joy to encounter them throughout Scripture. In this convenient resource, 700 of God's most beloved promises are thematically organized into one easily accessible volume Christians will cherish for years to come.

Each carefully selected passage is arranged into 150 centralized topics, including anxiety, faith, family, heaven, renewal, thanksgiving, work, and more. Readers can use this tool to supplement their daily Bible readings, utilize the alphabetical table of contents to find verses on a particular topic, or simply flip through passages for encouragement. ESV Bible Promises will bless believers in all stages of life and faith as they meditate on the assurance of God's unfailing promises.

• 700 Carefully Selected Passages: Each verse helps believers strengthen their faith and rely on God's unfailing promises
• Organized Thematically: Features 150 centralized themes including anxiety, faith, family, heaven, renewal, thanksgiving, work, and more
• Accessible: Alphabetical table of contents, ribbon marker, and easy-to-read layout help readers access Scripture effectively
• Useful Tool for All: Great for both men and women in all stages of life

In this luminous book, renowned spiritual healer Elizabeth K. Stratton has designed a program of meditations that will help you to heal your body, heart, and soul, as well as to stimulate healing energy in others.

Beautiful, simple, and often prayerlike, Seeds of Light's meditations touch the divine within each of us. Whether you read them for yourself or aloud to a friend, they will inspire you to plant your own seeds of light.

Within the pages of this book you will take a journey through the life of a man who rejected God's call, cheated death many times, lived as an international fuguitive, suffered years of imprisonment, witnessed miracles, and eventually surrendered to God and wrote a series of inspired literature pertaining to His word.

The book begins with the gripping life story of the author, Scott Bernard, followed by a series of Bible devotions written by him while locked away during his years of imprisonment. Each devotion is derived from the literal wording of the Holy Bible - King James Version, and is designed to help new and mature Christians alike.

As a new Christian this book will help you know and understand the Bible. The goal is to provide truthful information about who God is, and ultimately draw you closer to Him by teaching you His word and answering many questions you may have regarding Him, His Son Jesus, and the Holy Spirit.

And, for mature Christians this book will provide tools you can use when leading others to Christ. The devotions are easily worded, very informative, and every statement is followed by scripture references which validate its credibility.

May you find this book to be a valuable resource you can use when learning about and promoting the kingdom of God.

Matthew 16:19 "And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven."

Cultivating the Empty Field is a modern translation of the core of Chinese Ch'an master Hongzhi's Extensive Record.

First to articulate the meditation method known to contemporary Zen practitioners as shikantaza ("just sitting") Chinese Zen master Hongzhi is one of the most influential poets in all of Zen literature. This translation of Hongzhi's poetry, the only such volume available in English, treats readers to his profound wisdom and beautiful literary gift. In addition to dozens of Hongshi's religious poems, translator Daniel Leighton offers an extended introduction, placing the master's work in its historical context, as well as lineage charts and other information about the Chinese influence on Japanese Soto Zen.

Both spiritual literature and meditation instruction, Cultivating the Empty Field is sure to inspire and delight.

Exploring history, folklore, mythology, and science, this book gives you a unique look at two of the most popular magical creatures of all time. The crow and his cousin, the raven, are featured players in many cultures throughout the world, including Norse, Celtic, Jewish, and Indigenous traditions. This guide teaches you how to welcome these highly intelligent birds into your own spiritual practice, whether you follow Wicca, Heathenry, Druidry, or any other path.

Crows and Ravens presents rituals, meditations, and exercises that help you discover the magic and mystery of corvids. Learn about crow and raven divination, create your own crow-raven talisman, uncover the shadowy side of corvids, and more. Found in nearly all urban and wild environments, these birds present you with magical opportunities and life lessons wherever you go.

Become more passionate and confident in everything you do using the magical energy of your Sun sign. Sharing numerous spells, exercises, and stories, Ivo Dominguez, Jr. and Zoë Howe help you enhance your witchcraft and everyday activities. You'll explore Scorpio correspondences, divination techniques, self-care routines, and much more.

This book deepens your relationship to yourself, providing many ways to channel your natural intensity into stronger witchcraft. Explore your Moon and rising sign traits, perform a ritual to meet the spirit of your sign, and overcome challenges that Scorpios often face. Featuring spells from Scorpio contributors, cleansing and shielding methods, and advice on magical timing, this book in the Witch's Sun Sign Series helps you achieve your goals and be your magnetic self.

According to the legend, Sage Vasugupta received a divine revelation in a dream where Lord Shiva instructed him to seek out a specific stone near a serene stream. To his amazement, the stone turned over at his touch, revealing the sacred Shiva Sutras etched upon its surface. These profound sutras, reserved for those deemed worthy of divine grace, unravel the mysteries of our true nature and the illusory existence we inhabit. Ranjit Chaudhri has translated some important texts of Kashmir Shaivism from Sanskrit into English. These include 112 Meditations for Self Realization: The Vigyan Bhairava Tantra, The Shiva Sutras: Eternal Wisdom for Life, and Sounds of Liberation: The Spanda Karikas.

Explore the divinity of Lord Shiva!

• The Shiva Sutras serve as a guiding light towards liberation from the illusion we perceive, leading us to ultimate reality.
• These sutras possess a transformative message that has the power to alleviate our suffering.
• By following the path illuminated by the Shiva Sutras, we can unveil a wondrous new realm of possibilities.
• The sutras offer profound insights that help us transcend the limitations of our current existence.
• Through the wisdom contained in the Shiva Sutras, we can embark on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth

Discover how the healing power of crystals can be used to enhance the wellbeing and happiness of the animals in your care.

Crystal healing is as effective and potent a healing art today as it was in the time of the ancient Egyptians. It is even more effective with animals than for humans, and any pet owner or animal caregiver can easily learn to master the basic techniques of choosing and cleansing crystals, dowsing and crystal massage, making crystal essences, and the use of crystal layouts in healing. Crystal Healing for Animals explains these methods in plain and simple language and will be useful for beginners and experienced crystal users alike.

Crystal healing allows us to take an active role in the health of our animal companions, in the sure knowledge that we can do no wrong. Crystals have a healing energy that is powerful and profound, but is completely safe and gentle.

Take a guided tour of thirty of the most commonly used and effective healing crystal and gemstones, showing how you can easily and inexpensively build up a collection that will last a life time and go on providing healing support to your animal friends as the years go by. Animal problems covered include: abuse and trauma, allergies, bereavement and grief, hyperactivity, constipation, inflammation, low immunity, muscle strains and pains, post-surgical recovery, stress, training problems and animal/human relationships, and much more. This book also contains special sections on training and animal rescue, showing the role that crystals can play in this context.

Martin Scott and Gael Mariani are the founders and directors of the Society for Animal Flower Essence Research (S.A.F.E.R). They are the authors and tutors of many courses on natural animal healthcare including the Animal Care College's Complementary Therapies for Pets. They have lectured internationally on the subject. S.A.F.E.R provides training and education to UK animal welfare charities such as the Cinnamon Trust and RSPCA. Scott and Mariani are Tutors and course writers, Animal Care College; Associates of and advisors to the Canine and Feline Behaviour Association; and Former Fellows of the British Institute of Homeopathy. They are the authors of Bach Flower Remedies for Dogs and Bach Flower Remedies for Cats.

Beautiful edition taking the reader through the origins and history the mighty Celts, known at the time of Cleopatra and Julius Caesar, highlighting the origins of modern fiction in myth and fable.

To most of us, Celtic culture is at once distinctive and enigmatic. Though we may acknowledge the Celtic heritage of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Spain (Galicia) and France (Brittany), and be familiar with the mythology and literature that has given us Arthurian legend and all manner of boastful gods, High Kings, wilful Queens, noble warriors, fairies, goblins and wizards, few of us are aware that the origins of Celtic people lie in Austria, or that the many tribes that made up this very broad designation have a history that spans much further afield, to ancient Greece and Egypt. This fascinating new book, written by Martin Dougherty and with a foreword by Prof Ralph Haussler, covers the history that has fed the legends: the origins, migrations, allegiances, society, culture, myths and literature of the Celts, from the 'Hallstatt Era' beginning in 1200 BCE to the Gaels of western Scotland and northeastern Ireland and eventual Christianization.

Flame Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative fiction: authors, myths, tales and history without which the imaginative literature of the twentieth century would not exist, bringing the best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking and collectable library. Each book features a new Introduction and a Glossary of Terms or lists of Ancient Leaders.

For psychotherapists and inner explorers, an expansive, multidimensional odyssey into the history, practice, and potential of psychedelic healing

Now that the stigmas against psychedelic medicine are finally lifting, there's a lot of curiosity--and confusion--about these powerful compounds.

How can psychedelics be used safely? What are the risks? Can they truly help heal the wide variety of conditions that has garnered such international attention?

In Psychedelic Revival, Sean Lawlor invites you on a deep dive into the science, spirituality, and practice of psychedelic healing--a revival of both the first wave of pre-1960s research and ancient healing traditions with plant medicines.

Join this respected author and researcher to gain a full-spectrum understanding of the possibilities and limits of psychedelics, including:

- The Western history of psychedelic medicine and recreational use
- The millennium-spanning legacy of Indigenous plant medicine traditions
- In-depth chapters on psilocybin, LSD, MDMA, ketamine, mescaline, ibogaine, peyote, ayahuasca, DMT, and more
- Practical insights, from microdosing to psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy to transformative mystical experiences
- The shadow dimensions of psychedelics--bad trips, scientific stigmatization, inequality of access, and many other essential topics

Informed by solid research and direct wisdom from perceptive firsthand accounts, Lawlor guides you into the psychedelic landscape, covering treatment methods, realistic benefits, and the legitimate perils psychedelics can induce. Along the way, he shares exclusive interviews with luminaries such as Michael Pollan, Rick Doblin, Camille Barton, Carl Hart, Jim Fadiman, Rick Strassman, Natalie Ginsberg, Sandor Iron Rope, and many more.

Psychedelics have tremendous healing potential, yet all evocative modalities should be handled with care. To make good choices, we need quality information about the prospects and pitfalls of these emerging therapeutic tools. Psychedelic Revival is an invaluable resource for navigating this exciting frontier in Western healing.