Teaching History

Unlock the Truth: Defend the Catholic Faith Against the Heresies of the Protestant Reformation! Dive deep into the heart of Catholic apologetics with Catholic vs. Protestant Doctrine: Defending the Faith Against the Protestant Reformation’s Heresies. This eye-opening work takes you beyond the surface of theological debates and into the very essence of the disputes that reshaped Western civilization.

What form did Christianity take in the first 30 years? Before the Jewish Christians were slaughtered by Rome and before the emergence of the Pauline sect, while the faith was still under the guiding hand of James, the brother of Jesus, what did the pure and unaltered church look like? By examining the Didache, the "Q" document, and the book of James we will look back into the first years of the faith.

While many accounts of the Buddha’s life mix legend and history, this compelling new biography discriminates between fact and fiction to reveal Gautama, the remarkable human being behind the myth, and sheds new light on his teachings. Plunging us into the noises, smells and jostling streets of Gautama’s world, Vishvapani Blomfield brings the Buddha to life as a passionate and determined individual - a strikingly modern figure who rejected contemporary beliefs.

The Epistle of Barnabas is often quoted by the ancient church fathers. Although not considered inspired Scripture it was used to combat legalism in the first two centuries AD. Along with explaining why the Laws of Moses are not binding on Christians, the Epistle explains how many of the Old Testament rituals teach typological prophecy. Subjects explored are: Yom Kippur, the Red Heifer ritual, animal sacrifices, circumcision, the Sabbath, Daniels visions and the end-time 10-nation empire, and the Temple.

Not only will studying Scripture daily enrich and nourish your soul, but it will also provide you with solid answers to many of life's most urgent questions—from the introduction. If you are less than familiar with the Bible, you might be surprised at what you'll find there.

Ptahhotep was a vizier in ancient Egypt who was known for his influential wisdom literature. The teachings in this book emphasize the importance of humility, faithfulness to one's own duties, and that silence really can be golden. One of the major reasons why this book is so interesting is because it shows that Black people actually wrote in that time period.

History in the House looks at the temperaments, ideas, imagination, prejudices, intentions and influence of a select and self-regulated group of men who taught modern history at Christ Church: Frederick York Powell, Arthur Hassall, Keith Feiling, J. C. Masterman, Roy Harrod, Patrick Gordon Walker, and Hugh Trevor-Roper (a Victorian radical, a staunch legitimist of the protestant settlement, a conservative, a Whig, a Keynesian, a socialist, and a contrarian).

Buddhism! Tibetan Buddhism! Dzogchen! Have you ever wondered what these teachings are all about? Are they understandable to the average individual? Or is it some deep esoteric stuff that only a highly learned scholar can understand? Do you want to know more about these belief systems? Why are they gaining popularity in the modern world? If the answer to any of the above questions is yes, you have come to the right place. This audiobook is a beginner's guide to Dzogchen practice, a form of Tibetan Buddhism believed to have existed from primordial times.

This course is not to be treated as a novel and listened to in a week or a few weeks. Each lesson should be heard and heard again until it becomes second nature, only then should you move onto the next lesson. If you fail it is not the fault of the author or the course, it is your fault for not applying and utilizing the exercise and directions in each lesson. The author spent over 25 years and interviewed over 16,000 in the development of this course. You will not find even a semblance of this focus and determination in today's world.

Teaching to Live: Black Religion, Activist-Educators, and Radical Social Change interrogates the stories of African American activist-educators whose faith convictions inspired them to educate in radical and transformative ways. Almeda M. Wright explores the connections between religion, education, and struggles for freedom within twentieth-century African American communities by telling the stories of key African American teachers.

In Life Stages and Native Women, Kim Anderson shares the teachings of fourteen elders from the Canadian prairies and Ontario to illustrate how different life stages were experienced by Metis, Cree, and Anishinaabe girls and women during the mid-twentieth century.

In Part One, you will learn the meaning of many new concepts: What is Buddhism, and what are the nine yanas taught by it?

In a top-secret U.S. military experiment, the author was asked to teach Eastern awareness disciplines ranging from aikido to meditation to a group of twenty-five Green Berets. This account chronicles his experiences in the training program and his attempts to revive traditional warriorship in a technological society. In Search of the Warrior Spirit explores the nature of war, the meaning of masculinity, and the need for moral values in the military.

Many people hear the word "Buddhism", and they think it is a religion. However, a person of any religion can bring Buddhist principles into their life without giving up their religious beliefs. Buddhism is a simple and practical philosophy, practiced by more than 300 million people worldwide, that can make your life better and help you find inner peace and happiness.

In a series of poignant vignettes, a preeminent historian makes a compelling case for Machiavelli as an unjustly maligned figure with valuable political insights that resonate as strongly today as they did in his time.

The Teachings of Ptahhotep: The Oldest Book in the World is a profound piece of wisdom literature attributed to Ptahhotep, an ancient Egyptian vizier of the Fifth Dynasty. This timeless text provides ethical guidance and practical advice on living a virtuous and harmonious life. Addressing themes such as humility, justice, leadership, and respect for others, the teachings reflect a deep understanding of human nature and societal values.

Embark on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of Buddhism, from Siddhartha's quest for enlightenment to Buddhism's place in the modern world. Guided by the power of AI, this book delivers a comprehensive exploration of Buddhism, its history, doctrines, practices, and societal influences, shedding light on its enduring wisdom and relevance.

"If you're a fan of the thought-provoking works of David Wood and Christian Prince, you will enjoy this book." The authors boldly delve into the lives of Muhammad and Jesus, peeling back the layers of mystery surrounding these iconic figures. Unravel the enigma that lies at the heart of their legacies in the pages of this captivating book. Countless charismatic cult leaders have emerged from the depths of deserts and dunes, caves and crypts, demanding unquestioning allegiance to their whims and lusts. Were Muhammad and Jesus mere self-serving cult leaders? Or is there a deeper truth, ...

“An excellent small group study.” – Rev. Travis Knoll In a time of upheaval in the largest denomination of the Methodist movement, this classic explanation and defense of Methodist Christianity by its founder is required reading. Pastor David Wentz has updated Wesley’s 18th-century language, deleted references to no-longer-relevant theological disputes, and added an introduction that sets the work in context. The result is a clear, easy to read text that is enjoyable and understandable for modern readers of all levels of theological interest and expertise. This short book is ideal ...

In this AI (artificial intelligence) era, the Human Potential is about to EXPLODE! Humans have barely touched their potential. What is changing? We have learned and just begun training and intentionally developing our subconscious, automatic, Fast Brain processes. Yes, ... our Fast Brain is being trained to take hold of the knowledge in our Big Cortexes and .... effortlessly, at the speed of thought ... USE that knowledge! Knowledge is NOT Power! It is the USE of knowledge that is POWERFUL! Before our schools were horrible at training Fast Brain processes.