Eastern Spirituality

There often is no tension in combining the Biblical teachings on grace with an emphasis on our own good religious works because we pass everything we hear through the filters of past teachings and personal understandings.

In this book, the authors present the fundamental practices of the Christian experience. They are backed by two thousand years of history and a sea of witnesses who, down through the ages, have journeyed on this path that has led them to the summits of wisdom and holiness. The difficulty in the presentation of these "methods" is their inevitable and artificial juxtaposition when they only find their internal and organic coherence in the living Tradition. This is a teaching in the form of a spiral, an "eating of the word" where, as in liturgical chants and the experiential method of ...

The story of how a young bunny named Ricky becomes the Easter Bunny. He goes through many trials and triumphs as he develops his strategy of praying, obeying the guidance of Jesus, and hiding eggs so people will learn about Christ's resurrection. It is a heartwarming story that will have children thinking about Jesus while enjoying the Easter Bunny tradition on Easter morning. It will forever change the way the Easter Bunny is viewed by all who hear it.

Buddhism is one of the oldest religions in the world but until recently it has been unknown and inaccessible outside of Asia. This book will provide you with an introduction to the history of Buddhism and its teachings and practices. Along with Buddhist philosophies, there are many practices to incorporate into your daily life, such as meditation and mindfulness to help calm your mind, reduce stress, and anxiety. This is a guide to Buddhism for beginners but includes quotes and resources to guide you towards more advanced Buddhist teachings and writing.

Imagined by one of the world's leading experts on Buddhism, this fictionalized conversation presents the essential biography of its famously wise founder. A relaxed chat with the Buddha tells us what he thought about impermanence, karma, mindfulness, compassion, love, and everything else that leads us toward a true understanding of ourselves and the cosmos.

This work of love is an examination of a God-centered view of life through the eyes of a modern-day mystic by the name of Dr. Charles Bozidar Ashanin. His is a story of the evolutionary effect which suffering can have on the human psyche when it is a suffering which is accepted as an opportunity for spiritual awakening. Like the saints of the Early Church before him, Dr. Ashanin demonstrated with his life how transformative and powerful suffering can be when it is received as a part of one’s relationship with God and therefore with one’s relationship with the universe.

In the Book “From Crisis to Confidence: The Power of Conscious Intention and Choice”, Swami Bodhananda brings the practical wisdom of the Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita to throw light on the present crisis of confidence and suggests ways and means to rebuild faith, virtue, and self-confidence, and draw on one’s inner resources to creatively face life’s challenges

In offering this volume to teachers, my chief aim is to provide material for narration which shall deal, not with things temporal but with the “Eternal Verities”. These, if presented to our boys and girls in dramatic form, at the most impressionable period of their lives, will sink deeply into their minds. When presented in more direct and didactic fashion, the same truths often fail to impress. These stories of the Buddha are not for one age or one country, but for all time and for the world.

A summary of the world's best-selling Bhagavad-gita. There have been literally hundreds of translations of the Bhagavad-gita published in English alone, which is evidence that the voices from ancient India still speak to us in modern times. Bhagavad-gita: A Photographic Essay is an artistic presentation of the key philosophical ideas of the Bhagavad-gita's 18 chapters. The author eloquently presents the Gita's transcendent vision.

Truth Trumps Feelings is a concise, powerful and deeply impactful guide. Designed to give you the steps you need to stay encouraged and teach you how to find focus in a world of distraction. It details simple, practical methods & mantra's that can be used daily, to ease the burden of life's stress to achieve greater freedom.

Hinduism originated in India, the land of diverse ethnicity and culture, and is the oldest known religion in the world, with its history reportedly dating back as far as 6500 BCE. Amidst the diversity, Hindus try to promote peace and universality of shared beliefs. Diversity and communal unity, irrespective of faith, also apply to their religious practices. Outlined in this insightful audiobook are the common beliefs, rituals, holidays, and the overarching concepts of the Hindu religion.

Beautifully and devotionally read by Christopher Glyn, this is a unique compilation of 21 readings from Charles Spurgeon's classic "Morning and Evening" devotionals on the theme of the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ. Complimented with short instrumental interludes composed by Michael Dooley.

Witness Easter, the 8th volume in the "Witness the Bible" series, features just the last 6 Chapters of Mark's Gospel, allowing the listener to focus in even more intently on just the story of Passion Week. The text itself is taken entirely from the Revised Geneva Translation of the Holy Bible. There is nothing more powerful than the Word of God, especially when it comes to the human heart and mind.

Steve Hobson went blind about eight years ago. In adapting to his new life he searched for a retreat, somewhere quiet and peaceful that would allow him to relax. He attended a Sesshin at the Stonewater Zen Sangha. Stonewater Zen Sangha is a Zen Buddhist group based in Liverpool. Steve's book explains his life as a blind person, and what happens during a Zen Buddhist retreat. It is a warm, well-written, account that will inspire the listener.

A wake-up call from the void! Raw, startling, and seductive, this is a book for those who want to know how ayahuasca works, as well as for anyone who is drawn to Buddhism or intrigued by what it means to be human. While it represents an intimate and detailed recounting of a single ayahuasca ceremony - an eye-opening read for those who never tried it - the narrative also explores trials we all have in common: beliefs, suffering, and ego.

Are you aiming to bring about a change in your lifestyle? Do you want to practice yoga but don’t know where to start? Do you want a harmonious relationship between your mind and body? If you want to achieve any of the above things in life, then you have chosen the right audiobook. This audiobook, acts as a yoga guide and it is perfect for a beginner as well as those seeking to become a yoga devotee.

Ancient oriental civilization became the cradle of world philosophy and wisdom. This is evident in the writings of such men as Confucius, Lao Tzu, Sun Tzu, and others. Despite the fact that these aphorisms are hundreds of years old, they still remain relevant and appropriate to our reality. Human relationships, fortitude, honor, love, knowledge - all these topics are discussed by the philosophers in their writings.

This fun audiobook explains the original beginning of Easter, along with the integration of an egg-laying rabbit! This book is sure to be an excellent source of entertainment and knowledge of the holiday.

For years, Marianne Williamson has been offering weekly lectures based on A Course in Miracles. These lectures are profound, insightful, and compelling with an always-relevant message.

Danian Gong is based in California, where he proudly works as an engineer specializing in the design of microprocessors and chips. In his free time, Danian enjoys Ping-Pong, meditation, and Tai Chi Kungfu, along with his favorite activity–the practice of Whole Body Prayer, for which he is designing an App. He has a strong interest in both Traditional Chinese Medicine and modern medical technology, both of which played crucial roles in his recovery from a supposedly incurable illness. His goal is continually to improve himself and share his experiences with others in his community and ...