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On the Toltec Path: A Practical Guide to the Teachings of don Juan Matus, Carlos Castaneda, and Other Toltec Seers
by Ken Eagle FeatherAn exploration of the teachings made popular by Carlos Castaneda • Offers accessible instructions for Toltec spiritual and mystical practices • Represents the conclusion of an 18-year learning task assigned by don Juan Matus• Includes a new preface for this 10th anniversary editionOn the Toltec Path is an overview of the theory, discipline, and practice of the Toltec Way, a philosophy and heightened way of perceiving the world taught by the Indian seer don Juan Matus. As a philosophy, it is a method of inquiry using the Toltec three Rs: re-examination, re-interpretation, and re-formulation. As a way of perceiving the world, it offers sophisticated processes of managing perception through dreaming, visions, and learning to see the world as both ordinary and non-ordinary reality. By contrasting and balancing these two realities we are able to stand apart from both and pick and choose the best each has to offer. Learning how to become a true seer enables us to realize the purpose and meaning of our life. The works of Carlos Castaneda have long been among the best-known introductions for those who wish to study the Toltec Way. However, many who want to learn the practical and technical aspects of this path have found it difficult to discern the details of the techniques buried in Castaneda’s narrative. In this book Ken Eagle Feather provides a complete and accessible explanation of all the technical aspects of the Toltec spiritual and mystical practices. He offers a thorough exploration of Castaneda’s works and a verification of don Juan Matus’s teachings through his own 30 years of personal experiences and observations of the Toltec Way. On the Toltec Path serves as a practical guide to the Toltec Way and offers a valuable complement to the narrative works of Castaneda and other Toltec authors.
On the Trail of the Truth (The Journals of Corrie Belle Hollister #3)
by Michael PhillipsWhile Corrie's young life has been marked by enormous tragedy and challenges, things are beginning to look up. Her father marries a widow who already is a close friend and confidante to Corrie, and with a new mother for her brothers and sisters, Corrie is free to pursue her dreams of writing. Convincing a doubtful newspaperman that she can ferret out the kinds of stories his subscribers want to read, Corrie finds herself on her own in the rough and tumble towns of the California gold fields. In her quest for the next human-interest feature, she uncovers a conspiracy that means danger not only to herself. but to her family. The truth beckons to her, but is it worth the risk?
On the Unseriousness of Human Affairs
by James V. SchallTeaching, Writing, Playing, Believing, Lecturing, Philosophizing, Singing, DancingEchoing philosophers such as Josef Pieper, Schall explains how the modern world has inverted the rational order of human affairs, devaluing the activities of leisure and placing an exaggerated emphasis on utilitarian concerns. Though he does not deny the importance of those necessary and prosaic activities that take up the bulk of our daily lives, Schall puts these pursuits in perspective by asking, what do we do when everything we have to do is done?Defending the importance of simply wasting time, losing ourselves in play, and Chesterton's claim that "a thing worth doing is worth doing badly," Schall contends that the joy that accompanies leisure, festivity, and conviviality gives us a glimpse of the eternal. Such activities also enable us to get beyond ourselves--indeed call us beyond ourselves--and are therefore essential if we are to rightly order our worldly concerns. For as Schall reminds us, neither man nor his projects are the highest things in the universe, and it is only by understanding this fact that man can attain to his true dignity.Citing Aristotle, Samuel Johnson, Charlie Brown, and New Yorker cartoons with equal sobriety, Schall unfolds a defense of both Being and being, of the radical contingency and therefore goodness of existence itself. On the Unseriousness of Human Affairs is an instructive volume whose countercultural message is of vital importance.
On the Unseriousness of Human Affairs: Teaching, Writing, Playing, Believing, Lecturing, Philosophizing, Singing, Dancing
by James V. SchallIn this wise and witty book, acclaimed author James Schall illuminates a fundamental truth that will shock ceaselessly busy and ambitious Americans: human affairs are unserious. Following Plato, Schall shows why singing, dancing, playing, contemplating, and other "useless" human activities are not merely forms of escape but also indications of the freedom in and for which men and women were created. The joy that accompanies leisure, festivity, and conviviality, he demonstrates, gives us a glimpse of the eternal. On the Unseriousness of Human Affairs offers a vital message that is truly countercultural.
On the Verge: A Journey Into the Apostolic Future of the Church (Exponential Series)
by Dave Ferguson Alan HirschThe church is on the verge of some tremendous changes. Contemporary church growth, despite its many blessings to believers, has failed to stem the decline of Christianity in the West. These times require a different kind of church—a church where every person is living a mission-sent life. The Bible uses the word apostles for Jesus’ followers—that is, people sent on Jesus’ behalf. In every existing form of the contemporary church—from the mega to the multi to the incarnational—some churches have taken the idea of apostolic mission seriously. Successful church leaders are discovering how to shift their existing resources and church structures into more adaptable forms to reach their communities. In this book, Alan Hirsch and David Ferguson share inspiring stories about leaders who have diagnosed their churches’ failure to embrace a biblical model of mission and have moved toward a fuller expression of the gospel. On the Verge will help pastors and church leaders discover how these forerunners and their insights are launching a new apostolic movement—and how any church can get involved.
On the Victory Trail (Keystone Stables)
by Marsha HublerSkye Nicholson once was a rebellious juvenile delinquent who lived in numerous foster homes and had a hard time loving anyone, especially herself. But that was before finding a love of horses and a family in the Chambers at Keystone Stable. Now a friend from her past life, Sooze Bodmer, has come to Keystone Stables as well, and Skye is challenged to help a friend who reminds her a lot of herself. Skye teaches Sooze the ins and outs of horse care, riding, and showing, and she helps her train Pepsi, a champion quarter horse, for the halter class at the upcoming horse show.
On the Waters of the World: The Story of the Meloon Family
by Robert G. FloodIn the closing months of World War II, a Florida-based boat-building firm built hundreds of assault boats under an "impossible" deadline and helped General Dwight Eisenhower defeat Hitler's armies along the Rhine. The feat drew the praise of the U.S. Government and the attention of National Geographic. Today that same firm, Correct Craft of Orlando, Florida, builds the Ski Nautique, considered by many the world's foremost water ski towboat. Behind the genius of Correct Craft, America's oldest family-owned boat building firm, lies the inspiring story of the Meloon family and their commitment to honor God in their business decisions. They kept that commitment, even in times of hardship, and it led them to risk bankruptcy rather than compromise the firm's Christian-based business ethic. Roaming from Cypress Gardens to Sea World, from professional water ski tournaments to nations abroad, these pages tell the story of one family's remarkable impact "on the waters of the world."
On the Way to Bethlehem: An Advent Study
by Rob FuquayThe journey to Christmas begins in Rome.On the Way to Bethlehem follows the long journey to Christmas. The story begins in Rome with a decree issued from the seat of worldly power for a census, setting into motion events leading to the birth of the Savior of the world in a town that represents the very opposite of worldly power, Bethlehem. Author Rob Fuquay provides insight into the geographical and historical significance of Rome, Jerusalem, Nazareth, and Bethlehem, along with the important characters through whom the Christmas drama unfolds. You will be drawn into those places in a way that helps you experience the spiritual truths each location holds. The reflection we give in these places prepares the heart and soul to experience wonder, awe, mystery, and joy. Chapters include: Rome – A Place of Longing Jerusalem – A Place of Waiting Nazareth – A Place of Simplicity Bethlehem – A Place of Humility Components available to use this book in a small group study include a leader guide and video available on DVD.
On the Way to Bethlehem Leader Guide: An Advent Study
by Rob FuquayThe journey to Christmas begins in Rome.The leader guide includes four small group sessions complete with prayers, summaries, and discussion questions to inspire active group engagement. It will support group leaders of all experience levels in creating strong learning communities.On the Way to Bethlehem follows the long journey to Christmas. The story begins in Rome with a decree issued from the seat of worldly power for a census, setting into motion events leading to the birth of the Savior of the world in a town that represents the very opposite of worldly power, Bethlehem.Author Rob Fuquay provides insight into the geographical and historical significance of Rome, Jerusalem, Nazareth, and Bethlehem, along with the important characters through whom the Christmas drama unfolds. You will be drawn into those places in a way that helps you experience the spiritual truths each location holds. The reflection we give in these places prepares the heart and soul to experience wonder, awe, mystery, and joy.Chapters include:Rome – A Place of LongingJerusalem – A Place of WaitingNazareth – A Place of SimplicityBethlehem – A Place of HumilityComponents available to use this book in a small group study include the book and video available on DVD.
On the Wings of Shekhinah
by Leah NovickOne effect of rising interest in the Kabbalah is a renewed focus on the Shekhinah, Judaism's divine feminine principle. Written with warmth and clarity, On the Wings of Shekhinah interweaves historical views of this concept with thoughtful quotes and guided meditations. Rabbi Leah Novick offers healing strategies for both Jews and non-Jews disaffected by rigid gender roles. Awareness of the Shekhinah's energy within and around us helps bring hope to a planet afflicted by war, violence, and environmental abuse - this book shows how to find and use that energy.
On the Wings of Shekhinah
by Rabbi Leah NovickOne effect of rising interest in the Kabbalah is a renewed focus on the Shekhinah, Judaism's divine feminine principle. Written with warmth and clarity, On the Wings of Shekhinah interweaves historical views of this concept with thoughtful quotes and guided meditations. Rabbi Leah Novick offers healing strategies for both Jews and non-Jews disaffected by rigid gender roles. Awareness of the Shekhinah's energy within and around us helps bring hope to a planet afflicted by war, violence, and environmental abuse -- this book shows how to find and use that energy.
On the Word of a Jew: Religion, Reliability, and the Dynamics of Trust
by Edited by Nina Caputo and Mitchell B. HartFourteen essays examining the dynamics of trust and mistrust in Jewish history from biblical times to today. What, if anything, does religion have to do with how reliable we perceive one another to be? When and how did religious difference matter in the past when it came to trusting the word of another? In today&’s world, we take for granted that being Jewish should not matter when it comes to acting or engaging in the public realm, but this was not always the case. The essays in this volume look at how and when Jews were recognized as reliable and trustworthy in the areas of jurisprudence, medicine, politics, academia, culture, business, and finance. As they explore issues of trust and mistrust, the authors reveal how caricatures of Jews move through religious, political, and legal systems. While the volume is framed as an exploration of Jewish and Christian relations, it grapples with perceptions of Jews and Jewishness from the biblical period to today, from the Middle East to North America, and in Ashkenazi and Sephardi traditions. Taken together these essays reflect on the mechanics of trust, and sometimes mistrust, in everyday interactions involving Jews.&“Highly readable and compelling, this volume marks a broadly significant contribution to Jewish studies through the underexplored dynamic of trust.&” —Rebekah Klein-Pejšová, author of Mapping Jewish Loyalties in Interwar Slovakia&“An exemplary compendium on how to engage with a major concept—trust—while providing load of gripping new information, new theorization of otherwise well-covered material, and meticulous attention to textual and sociological sources.&” —Gil Anidjar, author of Blood: A Critique of Christianity
On Theology and Psychology: The Correspondence of C. G. Jung and Adolf Keller (Philemon Foundation Series #19)
by C. G. Jung Adolf KellerJung's correspondence with one of the twentieth century's leading theologians and ecumenicistsOn Theology and Psychology brings together C. G. Jung's correspondence with Adolf Keller, a celebrated Protestant theologian who was one of the pioneers of the modern ecumenical movement and one of the first religious leaders to become interested in analytical psychology. Their relationship spanned half a century, and for many years Keller was the only major religious leader to align himself with Jung and his ideas. Both men shared a lifelong engagement with questions of faith, and each grappled with God in his own distinctive way.Presented here in English for the first time are letters that provide a rare look at Jung in dialogue with a theologian. Spanning some fifty years, these letters reveal an extended intellectual and spiritual discourse between two very different men as they exchange views on the nature of the divine, the compatibility of Jungian psychology and Christianity, the interpretation of the Bible and figures such as Jesus and Job, and the phenomenon of National Socialism. Although Keller was powerfully attracted to Jung's ideas, his correspondence with the famed psychiatrist demonstrates that he avoided discipleship. Both men struggled with essential questions about human existence, spirituality, and well-being, and both sought common ground where the concerns of psychologists and theologians converge.Featuring an illuminating introduction by Marianne Jehle-Wildberger, On Theology and Psychology offers incomparable insights into the development of Jung's views on theology and religion, and a unique window into a spiritual and intellectual friendship unlike any other.
On Thin Ice (Tearoom Mysteries #7)
by Anne Marie RodgersAs Tea for Two gears up for Valentine's Day, Elaine and Jan hear some shouts behind the tearoom. They look out the window to frozen Chickadee Lake to observe what appear to be inebriated men leaving their ice-fishing shanty. But when the cousins learn that one of the members of their community has gone missing, they're almost certain it's one of the fishermen they saw. Were they witnesses to a crime? As the cousins delve into the man's disappearance, they learn that this incident could be more complex than they imagined. Meanwhile, a new regular at the tearoom seems intent on disrupting the neighborhood in search for some old coins. Why does she care so much? And could this charming and seemingly innocent woman be involved in the crime on the lake? Mix together one stately Victorian home, a charming lakeside town in Maine, and two adventurous cousins with a passion for tea and hospitality. Add a large scoop of intriguing mystery and sprinkle generously with faith, family, and friends, and you have the recipe for Tearoom Mysteries.
On Thin Ice (Love Inspired Suspense)
by Linda HallTwenty years ago--two weeks before their intended wedding day--tragedy tore Megan Brooks and Alec Black apart. They haven't seen each other since. Someone has been watching them,and attacking the members of the would-be bridal party. Megan knows she must confront her past to find answers. But coming home means facing Alec, now the sheriff of Whisper Lake, Maine. He's the last man Megan wants to see again--yet he's the only one who can keep her safe when the killer comes for the bride.
On This Day: A Novel
by Melody CarlsonAs One Marriage Begins,Five Others Are Put to the Test.Drawn to Lakeside Inn from a variety of locations as diverse as they are, Elizabeth Anderson, Suzette Burke, Ingrid Campbell, Margaret Simpson, and Laura Fairbanks-the bride's aunt, family friend, bridesmaid, grandmother of the bride, and sister of the groom-seemingly share little more than their collective joy for the couple marrying at the mountain resort. During the course of one unforgettable day, however, each woman reaches a point of reckoning in her own most intimate relationship.As their stories unfold, the women of necessity turn to one another-upholding each other through the pain of postpartum depression, doubts about an upcoming wedding, the discovery of a husband's affair, reflections on the ups and downs of life as a war bride, and plans to end a 25-year marriage. Through it all, their connection with one another deepens and grows, as does their understanding of themselves and of the healing power of love, perseverance, and friendship.From the Trade Paperback edition.
On This Day
by Robert MorganAmazing stories of faith from twenty centuries of church history!From the Roman Empire to the Reformation, St. Valentine to St. Francis, Martin Luther to Billy Graham, On This Day introduces you to a parade of preachers, martyrs, heroes, and saints. Intriguing and inspiring stories from 2,000 years of Christianity offer an enjoyable glimpse into church history. On This Day is 365 simple, colorful stories about history-making events in the lives of people who love God wholeheartedly. On This Day brings a year's worth of inspiration and spiritual challenge as you learn what some Christians went through for the love of God."On this Day is an exciting book that recaptures the history of Christianity. It is practical, profound, and powerful! I highly recommend it."--John HageeOn This Day will whet appetites to learn more . . . life will be enriched by all the fellow believers you never even realized existed."--Ruth Bell Graham"A fascinating collection of vignettes."--James M. Boice
On This Day
by Carl D. WindsorEach morning the alarm goes off, and a new day begins. Who was born on this day of the year? What happened on this day in history? This book is a fun, quick-moving way to learn more about each day of the year. You will discover people who share your birthday, and you will learn events that took place on your special day. When did the Titanic sink? (April 15) What day was Billy Graham born? (November 7) When did Carnegie Hall open? (May 5) What day was Jeff Foxworthy born? (September 6) When did TV show Meet The Press begin? (November 6) What day was Eric Clapton born? (March 30) When did St. Jude's Hospital open? (February 4) What day was Paul Revere born? (January 1) Each day includes a list of historical events, the birthdays of famous people, a scripture, and a short devotional thought to inspire you. You will grow in knowledge and in spiritual development. Read a page each day! Learn for yourself and impress your friends at the same time.
On This Foundation (The Restoration Chronicles Book #3)
by Lynn AustinThe Powerful Concluding Novel to The Restoration Chronicles<p><p> When news that the wall of Jerusalem is broken down, and its gates have been burned with fire, Nehemiah, Jewish cupbearer to King Artaxerxes in Persia, seeks God's guidance. After fasting and prayer, he's given leave to travel to Jerusalem and rebuild the city wall, not anticipating all the dangers that await him on his arrival. <p> The leaders of the surrounding nations become his fierce enemies, plotting to assassinate him and halt the work. A drought, meanwhile, has left the country impoverished, many families resorting to selling their children as bondservants just to keep from starving. <p> Capturing the rebuilding of the wall through the eyes of a number of characters, On This Foundation is a powerful exploration of faith in the midst of oppression, and hope that, in spite of appearances, the gracious hand of God is upon those who believe.
On this Holy Island: A Modern Pilgrimage Across Britain
by Oliver SmithA lyrical and insightful narrative that presents a new approach to the idea of pilgrimage, traversing paths both ancient and modern.Retracing sacred travel made across time, from murmurs of ritual journeys in the depths of Ice Age to new pilgrimages of the 21st century, On This Holy Island is an an epic adventure across sacred British landscapes. We follow Oliver Smith as he climbs into remote sea caves, sleeps inside Neolithic tombs, scales forgotten holy mountains and once even marrons himself at sea. Following holy roads to churches, cathedrals and standing stones, this evocative and enlightening travelogue explores places prehistoric, pagan and Christian, Smith also reveals how football stadiums and music festivals have become contemporary places of pilgrimage. Though the routes walked are often ancient, the pilgrims he meets are always modern. But underpinning the remarkable book is a timeless truth: that making journeys has always been a way of making meaning. So often, Smith finds, "the unravelling of a path goes in tandem with the unravelling of the soul."
On This Holy Night: The Heart of Christmas
by Thomas NelsonRekindle the true meaning of Christmas with the help of six gifted Christian communicators. Every year, the story of Christmas is told and retold, but sometimes the very familiarity of holiday traditions causes us to overlook the vital expressions of this meaningful season. On This Holy Night breathes new life into several aspects of the Christmas story through the voices of six beloved Christian communicators. Each author explores the meaning of Christmas in different facets of the holiday:Max Lucado--a look into Joseph's story, a man caught between what God says and what makes senseRick Warren--the real gift of Christmas is that God sent His own Son to connect with the human raceDavid Jeremiah--why the name of Jesus is so important and perfectJohn Maxwell--how to journey like the wise men to unexpected placesJack Hayford--a look into Mary's story, a woman who embraced the seemingly impossible with God at her sideBill Hybels--rediscovering meaning in the nativity sceneSure to connect readers back to the heart of the holiday, this beautiful four-color gift book will be treasured for years to come.
On Thomas Merton
by Mary GordonFrom the best-selling novelist and memoirist: a deeply personal view of her discovery of the celebrated modern monk and thinker through his writings.“If Thomas Merton had been a writer and not a monk, we would never have heard of him. If Thomas Merton had been a monk and not a writer, we would never have heard of him.”So begins acclaimed author Mary Gordon in this probing, candid exploration of the man who became the face and voice of mid-twentieth-century American Catholicism. Approaching Merton “writer to writer,” Gordon illuminates his life and work through his letters, journals, autobiography, and fiction. Pope Francis has celebrated Merton as “a man of dialogue,” and here Gordon shows that the dialogue was as much internal as external—an unending conversation, and at times a heated conflict, between Merton the monk and Merton the writer. Rich with excerpts from Merton’s own writing, On Thomas Merton produces an intimate portrait of a man who “lived life in all its imperfectability, reaching toward it in exaltation, pulling back in anguish, but insisting on the primacy of his praise as a man of God.”
On to Richmond 1861-1862 (The Bregdan Chronicles #2)
by Ginny DyeVolume 2 of the Bregdan Chronicles continues the sweeping historical saga that now encompasses the first year of the American Civil War. Burdened with the responsibility of running an entire plantation, Carrie Cromwell fights to understand her own internal war; tied to the South by family tradition but pulled North by her emotions and beliefs. Will Carrie's actions push her further from her father and the Confederate soldier she loves? Will her attempts to aid Rose and Moses end in tragedy for all? And when her life is placed in grave danger because of her beliefs, will she have the courage to do what she has to do?
On The Trail of the Poltergeist
by Nandor FodorA "phantom hammer" shattered cups and wineglasses with a sharp "ping”, ancient Roman lamps appeared from nowhere; mysterious scents—sometimes the sweet fragrance of violets, sometimes the pungent smell of wild animals—hung in the air; an elaborate Oriental necklace dropped as if by magic around the neck of Mrs. Pat Forbes, searing her with its heat; the claw marks of a tiger appeared on her body…This was a Poltergeist haunting, perhaps the most famous of modern times.GHOST WRECKS HOME, FAMILY TERRORIZED, newspaper headlines proclaimed. Reporters sent to cover the case had to dodge flying crockery and eggs; two of them narrowly escaped being crushed under a toppling wardrobe. The scene was Thornton Heath, a middle-class suburb of London. The leading characters were vivacious Mrs. Forbes (around whom the furor seemed to center), her husband, her son, and, their crippled lodger.Psychoanalyst Nandor Fodor, then Director of Research for the International Institute for Psychical Research, welcomed this opportunity to make an investigation in depth of a Poltergeist haunting. His first task was to record the disturbances and make sure they actually occurred—that is, that they were neither practical jokes nor the fantasies of hysterical observers. His second task was to analyze the phenomena on a psychological basis.This book tells the suspenseful story of that investigation—the careful exposing of deliberate fraud by Mrs. Forbes and the isolating of instances that could not possibly be faked (both of equal interest from a psychiatric point of view), the probing deep into Mrs. Forbes's past in search of the sexual trauma that produced the Poltergeist psychosis.No less an authority than Sigmund Freud read an early draft of this book and found himself "richly rewarded."
On Truth
by J. KrishnamurtiOn Truth questions the very nature of reality and asks whether truth can be found by following any belief or teacher. Krishnamurti taught that truth comes uninvited, "with glory," when one puts all in order, and "in that there is great sacredness. "