Mythologies Religions

It’s not true that dead men tell no tales. You can hear their haunting stories on the fog-shrouded banks of Newfoundland, in the aging brick manses of Upper and Lower Canada, on the wind-beaten flatlands of the prairies and among the misty mountains of the far west. This entertaining collection features tales of ghosts and other unexplained phenomena that have found their way into Canadian folklore.

Looking, toward the future, it seems clear that human spirituality is moving toward greater inclusion and diversity, with the LGBTQ+ community playing a crucial role in this process. Traditional organized religions may continue to exist, but we are likely to see growth in alternative forms of spirituality that celebrate gender and sexual diversity. The spirituality of the future will be more inclusive, with spaces that allow LGBTQ+ individuals to explore their spirituality without the restrictions imposed by traditional religions. These new forms of spirituality will need to be more open, ...

A celestial entity sets out on an extraordinary quest to breathe life into a barren planet, weaving the foundations of existence itself. But as creation takes shape, unforeseen challenges arise, testing the limits of its power and purpose. "What a great fiction book about the cosmos! From the very first page, the story immerses you in the fascinating life of the cosmic builder, whose ability to create planetary life for the first time is nothing short of awe-inspiring. The vivid descriptions and imaginative storytelling by the author immediately draw you into this cosmic realm, making you ...

The Occult and Supernatural Collection includes: The Book of Were-Wolves, The Discovery of Witches, and Irish Witchcraft and Demonology.

Here is a package of three books on Irish and Celtic mythology. In About the Little People, learn about these creatures, the Otherworld, and stories of encounters with them. The Mythical People of Ireland is all about the mythical beings of Ireland, including the Tuatha De Danann, elves, leprechauns, druids, the Otherworld, and more. Druid History, Mysticism, Rituals, Magic, and Prophecy digs into the history of the Druids, their festivals, alphabet, meditations, rituals, prophecy, herbal healing, and much more.

Here is a book JAM-PACKED WITH FACTS and secrets from the Tarot. This entire book is dedicated to THE CHARIOT.

Traditional indigenous cultures in many parts of the world have displayed a profound appreciation of the relationship between human and ecosystem health, something global culture is trying to rediscover under the label of sustainability. Since the beginning of time, human beings have told the story of their own beginning, and of the origins of the four directions, the heavens, the God-People, the earth, and all its creatures. The Mayan creation story is a wild and woolly epic showing the repeated errors of the gods in attempting to perfect a human creature. The story is here interpreted as ...

Unlock the Mysteries of African Spirituality and Connect with the Echoes of Your Ancestral Heritage! Have you ever wondered about the powerful traditions, rituals, and beliefs that have shaped the rich tapestry of African culture for millennia? "Echoes of the Ancestors: Exploring African Tradition and Worship" is your gateway to understanding the profound spiritual heritage of Africa. This captivating book takes you on a transformative journey through the heart of African spirituality, revealing the deep connections between the physical and spiritual worlds that have guided countless ...

To the discerning few were revealed the esoteric, or spiritual, teachings, while the unqualified received only the literal, or exoteric, interpretations. In order to make simple the great truths of nature and the abstract principles of natural law, the vital forces of the universe were personified, becoming the gods and goddesses of the ancient mythologies. While the ignorant multitudes brought their offerings to the altars of Priapus and Pan, the wise recognized in these marble statues only symbolic concretions of great abstract truths.

Unveil the mysteries of Norse mythology and step into the world of ancient Scandinavian gods, powerful runes, and sacred rituals. This beginner-friendly guide explores the Nine Realms of Yggdrasil, legendary deities, mythological creatures, and the magic of the Vikings.

Sometimes I look at them wielding motionless swords, brows disfigured in permanent rage, mouths open to scream curses that no one will hear. Sometimes I look at the men who tried to kill me. "The Secret Face" is the first poetry collection from Elektra Flowers. Touching on eternal themes of love, belonging, alienation, and the raw emotions that come from living in the modern world. Poems featured include: "Medusa," a poem from the perspective of the Greek goddess, reflecting on the men she's turned to stone. "Opportunity," an elegy to the Mars rover. "The Ballerina," a vision set in a ...

In Idols, a companion volume to the best-selling Dharma, your favourite fictional characters are back, along with some new ones, to explore the essence and true meaning of idolatry. In this insightful and thought-provoking book, Amish and Bhavna tackle burning questions about idol worship through simple, varied and astute interpretations of myths and religious texts.

In Jараnеѕе mythology, before thе fоrmаtiоn оf thе world, thеrе wаѕ a jelly-like and fоrmlеѕѕ mаѕѕ аnd at thаt time the vеrу first gеnеrаtiоn of the dеitiеѕ саmе intо bеing аt thе high plain of heaven, nаmеd Tаkаmаgаhаrа.Thе firѕt thrее рrimаl kаmi (gоdѕ) who came intо bеing wеrе Amеnоminаkаnuѕhi, Takamimusubi, аnd Kаmimuѕubi.

Do you love Santa Claus? If you’re like most people you probably do, because Santa Claus is the face of Christmas for many of us. Have you ever wondered how Santa Claus came to be? Would you like to know more about Santa Claus? If so, this is the audiobook for you.

The purpose of this book (first published in 1967) is to define the nature of the opposing religious systems of thought, Christian creationism and darwinism (in its various forms). It is a call to urge Christians to stand firm for Biblical six-day creationism as a fundamental aspect of their faith in the creator.

A fascinating guide to the monsters that are part of our collective psyche, from the host of the hit podcast Lore. They live in shadows - deep in the forest, late in the night, in the dark recesses of our mind. They're spoken of in stories and superstitions, relics of an unenlightened age, old wives' tales, passed down through generations. And yet, no matter how wary and jaded we have become, as individuals or as a society, a part of us remains vulnerable to them.

We have been connected to cats for more than 30 million years. To our prehistoricancestors cats were deadly predators of the night, and because of this ancient memory etched onto our DNA, cats epitomize our fear of the dark. Yet in addition to their connection to the dark and the shadows, their intelligence, sophisticated physical abilities, and finely tuned senses also led many cultures to view cats as connected to the spirit world.

Was Jesus created from paganism? Are the Norse gods real? Can Wicca answer all your burning questions? Is Buddhist reincarnation logical? Mark Tabata covers these and many more in this study, designed to help you better understand what these religions actually teach, what their origins are, and how to determine which (if any) are true. This is a perfect tool to use with those who have embraced Wicca, Norse mythology, or Buddhism, showing the truth of Jesus Christ to them in love and logic. Mark Tabata is an evangelist for the church of Christ.

In a remote age of human history, women ruled kingdoms so vast that you might even say that women ruled the world. These giant warrior women were born of the gods, and in battle, one woman fought as fiercely as 10 men. They led armies into war, built cities, roads, canals, bridges, and irrigation systems. Amazons established botanical gardens with freshwater fountains along major roadways to provide food and water for weary travelers.

Ghosts and other supernatural phenomena are widely represented throughout modern culture. They can be found in any number of entertainment, commercial, and other contexts, but popular media or commodified representations of ghosts can be quite different from the beliefs people hold about them, based on tradition or direct experience. Personal belief and cultural tradition on the one hand, and popular and commercial representation on the other, nevertheless continually feed each other.