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The Little Book of Zen: A Beginner's Guide to the Art of Zen
by Astrid CarvelHow can we be happy?How should we treat others?How should we spend our time?Discover the path to peaceful living with this beginner’s guide to the ancient practice of Zen Zen is a philosophy for living in a state of kindness, gratitude and awareness, teaching us to be present and to experience the world as it truly is. This book will guide you through the concepts of Zen, revealing how you can apply its principles to your daily life and how you can reap the benefits to gain a greater sense of peace and calm. Through simple tips, guided meditations and thought exercises, you can learn to cultivate Zen, whether you’re new to the practice or have been familiar with it for years.Are you ready to discover the secrets of Zen?Within these pages you’ll find:The history of the Zen school of thought, and how it has shaped the world we live in todayAn introduction to Zen practices and beliefs, including the Six Virtues and the Five Precepts, and to Zen ceremonies, holidays and ritualsTips for cultivating and perfecting your practice, and developing your own sense of “Zen”Step-by-step instructions for trying various meditations and exercises for yourselfIdeas to make your daily life and home more ZenExercises in Zen arts, such as calligraphy, painting, gardening and flower arrangingWise words from the world’s most enlightened thinkersThought-provoking Zen teachings to help you see things in a new light
The Little Book of Zen
by Émile MariniTreat the stresses of modern-day life with The Little Book of Zen. Who knew so much wisdom could come in such a small package? This little book is packed full of easy practices and meditations to help you introduce the principles of Zen Buddhism into your day-to-day: enhance your spiritual, physical and mental wellbeing, tune into your natural intuition, and find your inner calm. Beautifully presented, this book is the perfect introduction to this ancient practice.Contents:Chapter 1: The Overflowing Teacup and the Beginner's Mind Chapter 2: A Practical Guide to Meditation Chapter 3: The Moon in Water - Understanding What We Can't Understand Chapter 4: Every Day Is a Good Day - Zen and the Art of Suffering Chapter 5: Wash Your Bowl - Zen and the Physical World
The Little Book of Zen
by Émile MariniTreat the stresses of modern-day life with The Little Book of Zen. Who knew so much wisdom could come in such a small package? This little book is packed full of easy practices and meditations to help you introduce the principles of Zen Buddhism into your day-to-day: enhance your spiritual, physical and mental wellbeing, tune into your natural intuition, and find your inner calm. Beautifully presented, this book is the perfect introduction to this ancient practice.Contents:Chapter 1: The Overflowing Teacup and the Beginner's Mind Chapter 2: A Practical Guide to Meditation Chapter 3: The Moon in Water - Understanding What We Can't Understand Chapter 4: Every Day Is a Good Day - Zen and the Art of Suffering Chapter 5: Wash Your Bowl - Zen and the Physical World
The Little Book of Zen: Sayings, Parables, Meditations & Haiku
by David SchillerA taste of Zen for the seeker and the curious alike. This small but wise book collects Eastern and Western sayings, haiku, poetry, and inspiring quotations from ancient and modern thinkers. Its aim is not to define Zen or answer its famous koan—What is the sound of one hand clapping?—but rather to point to a fresh way of looking at the world: with mindfulness, clarity, and joy. &“Do not seek to follow in the footsteps of the wise. Seek what they sought&” —Bashō New material is taken from contemporary spiritual leaders, writers, meditation teachers, and others with an emphasis on the practice of mindfulness—on the heart, rather than the head. Pen and ink illustrations from the author bring an additional layer of feeling and beauty.
The Little Book of Zen Healing: Japanese Rituals for Beauty, Harmony, and Love
by Paula AraiAccessible and adaptable Japanese Buddhist rituals to infuse your life with purpose, healing, and gratitude when you need it most.How do we make and sustain meaning amidst the messy conditions of daily life? Personalized rituals can help us blossom like lotuses right in the mud of the present. On a pilgrimage she began after her mother&’s death, author Paula Arai encountered numerous Japanese Buddhists who taught her the remarkable power of ritual to heal—practices you can adapt to your own cultural and personal circumstances. Applying principles of Zen practice, she offers stories and insights that illuminate how to nourish and reap a healing bounty of connection, joy, and compassion. Examples include how to: Relate to a late loved one as a &“personal Buddha&” who supports you Create a home altar to serve as a safe space to be vulnerable, face intense emotions, and experience a depth of warm gratitude that melts fear and anger Engage in daily tasks with attentiveness, intention, and creativity such that they become opportunities for body-mind integration Develop family rituals to celebrate relationship and mark transition Approach illness and grief with a purposeful sense of connection to life-and-death in its wholeness Like Marie Kondo's Shinto principles for decluttering, Paula Arai uses rituals influenced by Japanese Zen for personal and relation nourishment and spiritual healing.
A Little Book on the Christian Life
by John CalvinDr. Aaron Denlinger and Burk Parsons capture Calvin’s biblical faithfulness, theological integrity, and pastor’s heart. This is a book for every Christian to pick up, read, and apply.
Little Bunny's Bible
by P J LyonsA soft, cuddly Bible that children age 2–5 can call their very own!The Little Bunny&’s Bible is perfect for little ones. Throughout this sweet book, little ones learn that they&’re loved and cared for by God as they hear about God&’s faithfulness in stories from the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. With sweet, rhyming text and colorful illustrations, this soft and cuddly character storybook Bible is sure to become a classic with preschoolers.Little Bunny&’s Bible:Perfect for little hearts and handsPerfect for parent-child lap time and bedtime readingIncludes both Old and New Testament Stories
Little Bunny's Easter Surprise
by Tara DoyleIt's Little Bunny's first Easter egg. He's being careful, but, oh no . . . Little Bunny's going to get a big surprise in this delightful book that sparkles and glitters with every turn of the page.
Little Chick's Bible
by P J LyonsA soft, cuddly Bible that children age 2–5 can call their very own!The Little Chick&’s Bible is a soft and cuddly Bible covered in plush yellow faux fur and is the perfect size for little ones. Throughout this sweet book, little ones learn that they&’re loved and cared for by God as they hear about God&’s faithfulness in stories from the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. With sweet, rhyming text and colorful illustrations, this soft and cuddly character storybook Bible is sure to become a classic with preschoolers.Little Chick&’s Bible:Features a plush yellow cover and packaged in a plastic bag with snap closureBoard book perfect for little hearts and handsPerfect for parent-child lap time and bedtime readingIncludes both Old and New Testament Stories
Little Chick's Easter Surprise
by Karen BacksteinLittle Chick likes the sparkling egg best. But will it ever hatch? Little Chick's going to get a big surprise in this delightful book that sparkles and glitters with every turn of the page.
Little Christmas Carol: The Illustrated Edition
by Charles DickensEnjoy Charles Dickens&’ beloved masterpiece, freshly imagined within an enchanting woodland realm.In 1843, Charles Dickens penned a story—a classic Christmas tale full of ghosts and the endearing humbug Ebenezer Scrooge. That story—which has captivated readers for over 150 years—is now accompanied by the delightful illustrations of Joe Sutphin. With charming woodland characters and settings that families will adore, readers will be transformed by A Little Christmas Carol. A tale of greed, regret, loneliness, reflection, compassion, hope, and a joyfully changed life, this beautifully illustrated edition will enliven the timeless classic for readers young and old.For the perfect family read-aloud, make A Little Christmas Carol a part of your family&’s Christmas tradition. This new edition makes a wonderful gift.It is good to be children sometimes, and never better than at Christmas, when its mighty Founder was a child himself. —Charles Dickens
Little Church in the Wilderness
by Richard L. SmithLittle Church in the Wilderness is a novel that is both absorbing and inspirational. The story takes place in the 1870’s when a Catholic priest gifted with the ability to heal both body and soul is sent as a missionary to Upper Minnesota. After the Civil War, Father Todd Edward Bose is ordained in Baltimore and his bishop sends him to the village of Whitefish near the Canadian border to form a parish and build a church. His life in the wilderness is filled with many trials, challenges, and adventures. Upper Minnesota in the 1870’s is sparsely populated with only Indian villages and a few logging towns only accessible by Mississippi River steamboats. A small contingent of Irish Catholic families migrated from Boston to Upper Minnesota in 1870 to scratch a living out of the skimpy soil and harsh winters. They miss access to the Sacraments, so they petitioned the local bishop in St. Paul to send a priest to form a parish and build a church. The bishop asks his friend, the Bishop of Baltimore, to send a missionary. He selects a newly ordained priest, Father Todd Bose, to serve that Catholic settlement. Young, energetic, dedicated, and gifted with special talents, Father Todd accepts his assignment and travels by train, boat, and horseback to Whitefish. Unaware that God has blessed him with special graces as a healer, he settles in the village, builds the church, and serves his parish as both priest and medic. His unique talent as a healer becomes well-known throughout Upper Minnesota and both Indians and townsfolks ask for his help. Father Todd is an amalgam of the traditional of service, dedication, and love so characteristic of the many of the priests I have known. All the characters depicted in this story as well as descriptions of places that existed over 100 years ago are fictional.
Little David and His Best Friend: Level 1 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Crystal BowmanA Lesson in God’s Constancy Little David’s best friend Jon is the king’s son. Together they have lots of adventures, like best friends do. But the king gets mad at David. What should Jon and David do?
Little David Sings for the King: Level 1 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Crystal BowmanA Lesson in Trusting God for the Big Things David is the smallest mouse in his family. He can’t keep up with his big brothers. But when the king is sad, God helps David do something special to cheer him up.
Little David's Big Heart: Level 1 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Crystal Bowman"A Lesson in Goodness Little Davis is kind and helpful. Everyone likes him—especially God. Then David hears that one day he will become a king! What does the mouse king think of that?"
Little David's Brave Day: Level 1 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Crystal BowmanA Lesson in Trusting God Goliath the giant cat is scaring Little David’s brothers. But not Little David! He knows that God will always help him, no matter what. What will make Goliath go away?
Little Do We Know
by Tamara Ireland StoneLifelong best friends and next-door neighbors Hannah and Emory have never gone a single day without talking. But now its senior year and they haven't spoken in three months. Not since the fight, where they each said things they couldn't take back. They're aching to break the silence, but those thirty-six steps between their bedroom windows feel more like thirty-six miles.Then one fateful night, Emory's boyfriend, Luke, almost dies. And Hannah is the one who finds him and saves his life. As Luke tries to make sense of his near-death experience, he secretly turns to Hannah, who becomes his biggest confidante. In Luke, Hannah finds someone she can finally talk to about all the questions she's grappling with. Emory just wants everything to go back to normal-the way it was before the accident. She has no idea why her relationship is spiraling out of control. But when the horrifying reason behind Hannah and Emory's argument ultimately comes to light, all three of them will be forced work together to protect the one with the biggest secret of all.In the follow-up to her New York Times bestseller, Every Last Word, Tamara Ireland Stone crafts a deeply moving, unforgettable story about love, betrayal, and the power of friendship.
Little Dove and the Story of Easter
by ZondervanExperience the story of Easter in a way you haven&’t before—through the eyes of a little dove—in the air, atop a tree, and swooping through the sky. This sweet board book is a unique and captivating way to introduce little ones to the very first Easter and the true meaning of this holy and joyful day.From Jesus&’ arrival in Jerusalem through the crucifixion and glorious resurrection, Little Dove and the Story of Easter is an uplifting book with simple but powerful text. Accompanied by bright and colorful illustrations, the first Easter is told through the eyes of a little dove, making the content exciting and engaging for young children. Best of all, through this unique retelling of the very first Easter, children, parents, grandparents, and teachers alike will experience the wonder of the true meaning of the holiday in a fresh, new way.Perch with little dove and see Jesus sitting in a sunny field with his disciples. Fly with little dove as Jesus teaches and heals people below. Celebrate with little dove as you bask in the warmth knowing Jesus is God&’s son!Little Dove and the Story of Easter:Is perfect for holiday gift-giving, especially Easter baskets, for First Communions, birthdays, and to celebrate the arrival of SpringContains simple but powerful text for toddlers that tells the Bible-based story of EasterWill become a beloved part of family Easter traditionsIs ideal for children ages 0–4 and their parents and grandparentsIs offered at a low price point for worry-free gift giving
Little Dreidel Learns to Spin
by Rebecca Gardyn LevingtonLittle ones will love this energetic and fun rhyming story about an adorable little dreidel who learns to spin!Little Dreidel, made of clay, at last is dry and ready!She wants to whirl and swirly-spin, but she’s a bit...unsteady!Little Dreidel is ready to spin and celebrate Hanukkah with all her older cousins. But as soon as she gets ready to whirl and swirly-spin, Little Dreidel realizes that spinning is much harder than it looks! Full of action, bouncing energy, and loads of festive fun, this is the perfect Hanukkah read-aloud that will get little ones and parents excited for the holiday!
The Little Drummer Boy
by Ezra Jack KeatsA procession travels to Bethlehem, bringing gifts for the newborn baby Jesus. The little drummer boy comes along, although he is too poor to bring a present fit for a king. Instead, he plays a song on his drum for the Christ Child. Within the little drummer boy's seemingly simple gift lies the true spirit of Christmas. Ezra Jack Keats' vivid, jewel-toned artwork perfectly illustrates this classic holiday carol. Music for the song appears at the back of the book. "Keats evocatively portrays this story." -Publishers Weekly
The Little Drummer Mouse: A Christmas Story
by Mercer MayerA little mouse who is teased for being the smallest and for playing an acorn drum is singled out to give a gift to the very special child who has been born in a nearby stable.
Little Duckling's Easter Prayers
by ZondervanIn Little Duckling&’s Easter Prayers, Duckling and his woodland friends explore the many blessings of spring through rhyming poems based on inspirational Bible text that will inspire your child to appreciate and give thanks as they celebrate the new season and prepare for Easter.Dear God, I thank you for this day—and everything I see.For puffy clouds and tiny bugs,and sunshine chasing me. I&’m glad you made the gentle breezeI feel against my face.I&’m glad you made this perfect daythat&’s filled with love and grace.AmenWith simple but powerful text and bright, engaging illustrations, Little Duckling&’s Easter Prayers explores the many wonderful parts of spring—from new flowers and happy showers to the reminders of God&’s great love for us and the miracle of Easter. And with text perfect for morning snuggles, bedtime prayers, and anything in between, you and your child can celebrate God&’s blessings together any time of day.Little Duckling&’s Easter Prayers:Has fifteen unique and kid-friendly poems that tie back to Scripture and highlight things they can be thankful forCan be used as a devotional with children 2-6, or as an introduction to prayerIncludes adorable illustration with details to keep eyes interested
The Little Encyclopedia of Jewish Culture: 101 People, Places, Things (and Foods) Every Jew Should Know
by Mathew KlicksteinCelebrate Jewish culture with this fun collection of facts and stories! Jewish traditions aren't just something they sing about in Fiddler on the Roof. Explore them all with this delightful book of essential Jewish foods, philosophers, pop culture, and more. It's sure to be way more satisfying than the typical encyclopedia—but probably not as exciting as finding the perfect bagel. Discover cultural touchstones—From babka to Mel Brooks, learn fascinating facts about the writers, entertainers, delis, and Yiddish phrases that shine a light on Jewish culture through the ages. Find what fascinates you—Paging through this book is a pleasure, whether you choose to read it cover to cover or use it as a quick reference guide. Give the perfect present—This encyclopedia's lighthearted tone and charming illustrations make it a great gift for Chanukah, housewarmings, and more. Show a little chutzpah and pick up a copy of this amusing and informative Jewish encyclopedia today!
The Little Engine's Easter Egg Hunt (The Little Engine That Could)
by Watty PiperCelebrate Easter with The Little Blue Engine in this original early reader, as she and her friends go on an Easter Egg hunt!Easter's here, and The Little Blue Engine is on the hunt for eggs! But the clown has written a series of riddles for her to follow, and she's not sure she'll be able to solve them all. Will she crack the code? She'll have to work together with her friends and, most importantly, believe in herself! With simple text, clever riddles, and adorable illustrations, this story is perfect for emerging readers and longtime fans of the beloved classic.
A Little Exercise for Young Theologians
by Helmut ThielickeSince it first appeared in English translation in 1962, A Little Exercise for Young Theologians has achieved classic status. In thirteen concise reflections Helmut Thielicke offers wise counsel on the difficulties—and vital importance—of maintaining one's spiritual health in the course of academic theological study. Thousands of beginning theological students over the years have had the opportunity to eavesdrop, as it were, on a practical theology seminar by one of the twentieth century's leading Christian thinkers. More experienced pastors and theologians have also returned to this volume again and again for the valuable insights that Thielicke brings to bear on their vocation.