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A woman's longing to present herself as physically beautiful is universal. Beauty is extolled throughout the Bible as complementing God's plan for women's lives. There are currently no books that examine the beauty practices of biblical women, the plants and products God created to accent their beauty, and the spiritual roots of feminine rituals. Beautiful women abound in the Bible: Queen Esther, the bride of Solomon, Delilah, Rachel, Sarah, and more. Their beauty was a gift from God, and God also supplied the many foods, spices, and oils that perfected each woman's appearance.

Posture Optimized Beauty explores the transformative power of great posture in shaping both physical beauty and inner confidence. Through a comprehensive and holistic approach, this book reveals how posture affects everything from the way we present ourselves to how we feel mentally and physically. With contributions from renowned health, fitness, and beauty experts, listeners will learn to unlock their full potential by aligning their body, mind, and spirit.

What did C. S. Lewis think about Truth, Goodness, and Beauty? The 15 essays collected here explore these three major philosophical themes from the writings of Lewis. This volume provides a comprehensive overview of Lewis’ philosophical thinking on arguments for Christianity, the character of God, theodicy, moral goodness, heaven and hell, a theory of literature, and the place of the imagination.

Find beauty in the imperfect. Embrace the present. Let go with grace. Wabi Sabi Meditation is a calming and transformative audiobook that guides you through the quiet wisdom of the Japanese Wabi Sabi philosophy—an invitation to honor the incomplete, the impermanent, and the deeply human. Designed to be listened to slowly, this audiobook offers gentle meditations, reflections, and breathwork practices to help you release resistance and return to yourself. Each chapter weaves mindfulness with poetic insight, creating a sanctuary of sound that soothes the spirit and awakens presence.

Beauty from Chaos: Art and Reflections Life is messy. It’s filled with chaos, uncertainty, and unexpected twists that can leave us feeling overwhelmed and ungrounded. But within that chaos lies beauty, growth, and transformation—if we have the courage to seek it. Beauty from Chaos: Art and Reflections invites you on a journey of self-discovery, creativity, and resilience. Through thoughtful storytelling, practical exercises, and stunning images of original artwork, this book weaves together the themes of courage, surrender, and personal growth. Each chapter offers a blend of reflection ...

Dressed in Dreams is a story of desire, access, conformity, and black innovation that explains things like the importance of knockoff culture; the role of “ghetto fabulous” full-length furs and colorful leather in the 1990s; how black girls make magic out of a dollar store t-shirt, rhinestones, and airbrushed paint; and black parents' emphasis on dressing nice. Ford talks about the pain of seeing black style appropriated by the mainstream fashion industry and fashion’s power, especially in middle America.

We all get dressed. But how often do we pause to think about the place of clothes in our world? What unconscious thoughts do we express when we dress every day? Can a philosophy of living be wrapped up in a winter coat? Can we see a handbag not just as an object, but as an idea? Dressed is the thinking person’s book about clothes. Ranging freely from suits to shoes, from Marx’s coat to Madame X’s gown, philosopher Shahidha Bari unveils the hidden power of what we wear, addressing the deepest questions of who we are and how we choose to face the world.

The Essence of Spiritual Luxury: Transform Your Life Through Inner Abundance Discover the art of living luxuriously from the inside out-where true wealth comes from within. Are you tired of chasing external success while feeling empty inside? Do you long for a deeper sense of fulfillment that material possessions alone can't provide? "The Essence of Spiritual Luxury" offers a transformative approach to living abundantly by aligning your outer world with your inner values. In this profound guide, you'll discover: How to cultivate a sense of sacred worth that attracts prosperity into your ...

I commanded American soldiers in Vietnam in 1968. I experienced the magnificence of the human spirit as my men triumphed over incredible adversity. This is a story that must be told. My men showed me that Americans are special, with a special destiny. Their bravery and courage was inspiring. I was transformed by our experience. By the way, I was the first captain in the US Army to ever receive the Legion of Merit. General Douglas MacArthur once said, "Only in combat can men experience the ultimate love and camaderie of the human experience. Only in combat can mankind rise to the highest ...

Vikram Chandra has been a computer programmer for almost as long as he has been a novelist. In this extraordinary new audiobook, his first work of nonfiction, he searches for the connections between the worlds of art and technology. Coders are obsessed with elegance and style, just as writers are, but do the words mean the same thing to both? Can we ascribe beauty to the craft of writing code?

Welcome to the world of "The Art of Gemstone Care and Preservation," where the timeless allure of gemstones meets the importance of their meticulous care. This enlightening piece transcends beyond the mere appreciation of gemstones and delves into the intricacies of their science, beauty, and maintenance. Gemstones are an embodiment of nature's artistry, symbolizing enduring value and timeless beauty. Beginning with an engaging introduction that offers a comprehensive understanding of these precious stones, the book waltz into the awe-inspiring vista of various types of gemstones, ...

A Gentleman Gets Dressed Up is not a book about style—it is a book about the rules—rules that will allow any man to feel more comfortable in the choices he makes about what he wears.

Responding to many recent calls for redress and restitution, Richardson summarises the historical and current situation and attributes its problematics to the fact that theorists and historians have taken the concept art as a generic that includes both design and craft - which are actually and validly distinguishable from art by application of the concept function/al-or else ignored the two entirely.

Anne Neilson believes that each of us begins our life as a blank canvas: clean and fresh and ready to find texture in our experiences. Each trial, each joy, each heartache, and each hope leaves an explosion of color and sweeping brushstrokes that shape us. When we allow God to take over as the Master artist, we will find that He carefully adds dimension and highlights to create a beautiful masterpiece in us. Often, though, it's hard to find the beauty when we are wading through mess. Anne shares personal stories about why her faith is so important to her and resonates in all her work.

Principal among the Tridevi or three fundamental Goddesses of Hinduism, Lakshmi is the benevolent and gracious Mother Goddess of wealth, power, beauty, fertility, good fortune, fame, abundance, and prosperity. We examine the spiritual and theological essence of Lakshmi, lessons from her mythology. We also attempt to understand her attributes, disposition, purpose, and character, and how best to recognize Her living manifest nature while worshiping and communing with Her through mantras, meditation, contemplation, occult practices, and rituals.

Step into the world of "Kintsugi," where brokenness is not the end but a new beginning—a serendipitous journey through a timeless art that teaches us resilience, beauty, and the power of imperfection. This exquisite eBook unveils the enchanting tradition of Kintsugi, the Japanese art of mending broken pottery with golden joinery, transforming scars into striking embellishments. Embark on an immersive exploration from its venerable origins to the contemporary adaptations that still celebrate flaw as a form of sophisticated charm. "Kintsugi" offers a profound introduction to the philosophy ...

As a believer in the philosophy of loving oneself and help to spread that love to others, Leanna May writes a book that could educate other people in the same ethos. The goal is to inform people of how much beauty they can find inside themselves and the world around them. This book is meant to help you find a more beautiful you! That includes your physical and mental beauty as well.

Let me start by saying this: nude photography is not just about snapping photos of people without clothes on. Oh no! It’s about capturing confidence, celebrating authenticity, and creating art that resonates deeply with both the subject and the viewer. It’s about showing people that beauty isn’t confined to what we see in fashion magazines—it’s in every stretch mark, every curve, every unique feature that makes us, well, human. Why Nude Photography? So, why focus on nude photography in the first place? There are a million genres of photography out there—portraits, landscapes, ...

Silence is habitually overlooked—after all, throughout our lives, it has to compete with the cacophony of the outside world and our near-constant interior dialogue that judges, analyzes, compares, and questions. But, if we can get past this barrage, there lies a quiet place that’s well worth discovering.

Late summer heading into early autumn/fall is a such beautiful time of the year. You can feel everything growing still and soft; nature is slowing down and people are getting cozy. The most stunning colours can be found outdoors at this time. Discover strategies for not just surviving, but thriving this winter; on how to have a chic and beautiful winter season and emerge, like a butterfly ready for a gorgeous spring and summer.