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Saints in Limbo
by River Jordan"River Jordan's Saints in Limbo is a compelling story of the mysteries of existence and, specially, the mysteries of the human heart."-Ron Rash, author of Serena and Chemistry and Other Stories"I lose myself in River's writing-transported to a different time and place- and in this case, to one that makes the ordinary mystical and magical. I give it FIVE diamonds in the Pulpwood Queen's TIARA!"-Kathy L. Patrick, founder of the Pulpwood Queens Book Clubs and author of The Pulpwood Queens' Tiara Wearing, Book Sharing Guide to LifeEver since her husband Joe died, Velma True's world has been limited to what she can see while clinging to one of the multicolored threads tied to the porch railing of her home outside Echo, Florida.When a mysterious stranger appears at her door on her birthday and presents Velma with a special gift, she is rattled by the object's ability to take her into her memories-a place where Joe still lives, her son Rudy is still young, unaffected by the world's hardness, and the beginning is closer than the end. As secrets old and new come to light, Velma wonders if it's possible to be unmoored from the past's deep roots and find a reason to hope again. Praise for River Jordan"[River Jordan's] literary spice rack has everything you need to put together a good book."-Rick Bragg, author of All Over but the Shoutin' and Ava's Man"River Jordan writes so beautifully." -Joshilyn Jackson, author of Gods in Alabama and The Girl Who Stopped SwimmingFrom the Trade Paperback edition.
The Saints in Old Norse and Early Modern Icelandic Poetry
by Kirsten Wolf Natalie M. van DeusenThe Saints in Old Norse and Early Modern Icelandic Poetry is a complimentary volume to The Legends of the Saints in Old Norse–Icelandic Prose (UTP 2013). While its predecessor dealt primarily with medieval prose texts about the saints, this volume not only focuses on medieval poems about saints but also on Icelandic devotional poetry created during the early modern period. The handlist organizes saints' names, manuscripts, and editions of individual poems with references to approximate dates of the manuscripts, as well as modern Icelandic editions and translations. Each entry concludes with secondary literature about the poem in question. These features combine to make The Saints in Old Norse and Early Modern Icelandic Poetry an invaluable resource for scholars and students in the field.
The Saints' Little Book of Wisdom: The Essential Teachings (G - Reference, Information And Interdisciplinary Subjects Ser.)
by Andrea Kirk AssafFrom Saint Teresa of Calcutta to Saint Francis of Assisi, the words of the saints provide comfort, strength, and peace in times of need and in times of joy. In this beautiful, handy collection, the wisdom of the saints has been distilled into themes such as love, faith, hope, and joy. This volume offers 300 bite-sized nuggets of inspiration and wisdom for readers to turn to time and time again. Here are quotes from more than 150 saints on a wide range of topics, including: <Li>Faith and prayer <Li>Love <Li>Family <Li>Hope and joy <Li>Listening to God <Li>Dignity and suffering <P><P>"Joy is a net of love by which we catch souls." —Saint Teresa of Calcutta <P><P>“Start by doing what is necessary, then what is possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible.” —Saint Francis of Assisi <P><P>“To reach something good, it is very useful to have gone astray and thus acquire experience.” —Saint Teresa of Avila
The Saints Pray for Us
by Christina Miriam WegendtThis stunning book features intercessory prayers to help children pray to their favorite saints! Each prayer offers comfort, inspiration, and a moment of reflection, Complete with full-color illustrations, The Saints Pray for Us makes a beautiful and affordable gift for youths ages 7 12. Illustrations and prayers gathered from our best-selling Encounter the Saints series.
Saints Preserve Us!
by Sean Kelly Rosemary RogersHilarious and comprehensive, the ultimate guide to the universe of saints--and what each one means. Cross-referenced by birthdays, professions, and ailments, this is a must-have for any true believer with a proper sense of fun. Illustrated throughout. The authors will appear on Today.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Saints Preserved
by Thomas J. CraughwellA finger, a lock of hair, a crucifix, a chalice--if such items belonged to a saint, they are considered to be relics and as such are venerated by the Catholic Church. Anyone who thinks that relics are remnants of the Middle Ages should log on to eBay. On any day of the week the online shopper will find a thriving business in the sale of these items, ranging from the dust from the tomb of Christ to splinters of the True Cross to bone fragments of countless holy men and women. In Saints Preserved: An Encyclopedia of Relics, author Thomas J. Craughwell takes us on an exhilarating journey through the life and death of more than three hundred saints and along the way enlightens us about the sometimes strange bits and pieces that the saints left behind. Including entries on the famous (Saint Peter, Saint Francis, Saint Thérèse of Lisieux) and the not so famous (Saint Foy, Saint Sicaire, Saint Chrysogonus), Saints Preserved also features information on such notable relics as the Holy House where Jesus, Mary, and Joseph lived; the Crown of Thorns; the Holy Grail; and the seven places that claim to possess the head of Saint John the Baptist--among them a mosque in Damascus. Moreover, this book includes major relics that are enshrined in the United States--for example, the complete skeleton of the Roman martyr Saint Vibiana enshrined in a cathedral in Los Angeles. From the extraordinary Aachen relics to the remains of Saint Zita, Saints Preserved is an indispensable compendium for spiritual seekers, history buffs, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of the Catholic faith.
Saints & Scoundrels of the Bible
by Howard BooksDiscover a new approach to Scripture with this imaginative way of looking at things that are right in front of us, all while delving deep into biblical truths. There are many ways to learn about the Bible, even if it seems to be totally familiar to us. It is, in fact, full of so many little known, interesting stories like the ones that rivet today's audiences -- full of intrigue and surprising changes of character. Broken up into individual sections, such as "Freaks and Geeks," "Dashers and Vixens," "Big Shots and Mug Shots," "Leaders and Laborers," and "Prophets and Losses," it can be read a bit at a time. Saints & Scoundrels of the Bible reveals many of the little-known facts about Scripture in an entertaining and informative manner, so the reader will be fascinated and constantly saying, "I didn't know that!" With chapters such as "The Trickster Trailed," "The Perils of Paul," "Tempting Tamar," "A Greedy Grandmother," and "The Deadly Dance," readers will turn each page to find out what happens next in these captivating tales. This clever new way of reading Scripture puts a light-hearted twist on old stories, all while drawing the reader closer to God's truth. There is nothing old or boring in this creative approach to learning about the Bible.
Saints, Signs, and Symbols: The Symbolic Language Of Christian Art
by W. PostSaints, Signs, and Symbols, which was first published in 1962, contains in compact form all the main symbols used in the Church, complete with notes on their origin, meaning, and colouring. Of particular interest is the section on the Saints, which includes brief biographical details of each.“This is an indispensable handbook for teaching at all age levels.”—Kirkus Review
Saints Under Siege: The Texas State Raid on the Fundamentalist Latter Day Saints (New and Alternative Religions #2)
by Stuart A. WrightIn April 2008, state police and child protection authorities raided Yearning for Zion Ranch near Eldorado, Texas, a community of 800 members of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints (FLDS), a polygamist branch of the Mormons. State officials claimed that the raid, which was triggered by anonymous phone calls from an underage girl to a domestic violence hotline, was based on evidence of widespread child sexual abuse. In a high-risk paramilitary operation, 439 children were removed from the custody of their parents and held until the Third Court of Appeals found that the state had overreached. Not only did the state fail to corroborate the authenticity of the hoax calls, but evidence reveals that Texas officials had targeted the FLDS from the outset, planning and preparing for a confrontation.Saints under Siege provides a thorough, theoretically grounded critical examination of the Texas state raid on the FLDS while situating this event in a broader sociological context. The volume considers the raid as an exemplar case of a larger pattern of state actions against minority religions, offering comparative analyses to other government raids both historically and across cultures. In its look beyond the Texas raid, it provides compelling evidence of social intolerance and state repression of unpopular minority faiths in general, and the FLDS in particular.
Säkularismus, Postsäkularismus und die Zukunft der Religionen: Festschrift für Yvanka B. Raynova zum 60. Geburtstag
by Susanne Moser Hans-Walter RuckenbauerWie lässt sich das Religiöse heute redlich denken? In welchem Verhältnis stehen Philosophie und Religion bzw. Theologie zueinander? Ist ein religiöser Glaube nur eine Option unter anderen oder vielmehr eine tiefe Dimension menschlicher Existenz, auch in einer pluralistischen Kultur? Inwiefern sind religiöse und liberale Werte miteinander vereinbar? Zwei gegensätzliche Diagnosen halten diese Fragen in Spannung: einerseits die Behauptung, wir lebten in einem säkularen bzw. postreligiösen Zeitalter, und andererseits die Annahme einer "Wiederkehr des Religiösen" in einer postsäkularen Epoche. Die Differenz zwischen säkular und religiös durchzieht alle kulturwissenschaftlichen Debatten und berührt gleichermaßen die Fragen zur Rolle der Ethik, einer solidarischen Lebensweise und der feministischen Theoriebildung in unseren spätmodernen Gesellschaften. In drei Perspektiven fängt der vorliegende Band die Dialektik von Religion und Vernunft ein: Die religionsphilosophische Analyse fördert grundlegende Konvergenzen und Differenzen zu Tage. Der Blick auf die faktische Parallelität von säkularen und religiösen Vollzügen unter dem gemeinsamen Dach einer sozialen Identität thematisiert die Stabilität pluraler Lebenswelten. Schließlich erweist sich der Horizont eines globalen Ethos als jener Prüfstein, am dem sich profane und religiöse Wertkonzepte behaupten müssen. Die thematisierten Diskurse korrespondieren mit den zentralen Forschungsfragen im Werk der Phänomenologin und Religionsphilosophin Yvanka B. Raynova, ordentliche Professorin für Gegenwartsphilosophie an der Bulgarischen Akademie der Wissenschaften. Der vorliegende Band gilt als Festschrift zu ihren Ehren aus Anlass ihres 60. Geburtstags.
Sakuntala: Texts, Readings, Histories (Anthem South Asian Studies)
by Romila ThaparThe figure of Sakuntala appears in many forms throughout South Asian literature, most famously in the Mahabharata and in Kalidisa's fourth-century Sanskrit play, Sakuntala and the Ring of Recollection. In these two texts, Sakuntala undergoes a critical transformation, relinquishing her assertiveness and autonomy to become the quintessentially submissive woman, revealing much about the performance of Hindu femininity that would come to dominate South Asian culture. Through a careful analysis of sections from Sakuntala and their various iterations in different contexts, Romila Thapar explores the interactions between literature and history, culture and gender, that frame the development of this canonical figure, as well as a distinct conception of female identity.
Sakuteiki
by Marc P. Keane Jiro TakeiThe Sakuteiki, or "Records of Garden Making," was written nearly one thousand years ago. It is the oldest existing text on Japanese gardening-or any kind of gardening—in the world. In this edition of the Sakuteiki the authors provide both an English-language translation of this classic work and an introduction to the cultural and historical context that led to the development of Japanese gardening.
Sakya: Essential Teachings of the Eight Practice Lineages of Tibet, Volume 6 (The Treasury of Precious Instructions) (The Treasury of Precious Instructions)
by Jamgon Kongtrul Lodro TayeA collection of liturgical and instructional practice texts on the Eight Ancillary Path Cycles of the Sakya lineage of Tibetan Buddhism, compiled by one of Tibet's greatest Buddhist masters.The Treasury of Precious Instructions by Jamgön Kongtrul Lodrö Taye, one of Tibet's greatest Buddhist masters, is a shining jewel of Tibetan literature, presenting essential teachings from the entire spectrum of practice lineages that existed in Tibet. In its eighteen volumes, Kongtrul brings together some of the most important texts on key topics of Buddhist thought and practice as well as authoring significant new sections of his own. Volumes in this series may be engaged as practice manuals while also preserving ancient teachings significant to the literature and history of world religions. Volume 6 of the series, Sakya: The Path with Its Result, Part Two, presents a selection of teachings and practices from the Eight Ancillary Path Cycles of the Sakya tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. The Sakya lineage derives from Virūpa, Dombi Heruka, and other Indian masters, or mahāsiddhas, and passes through Gayadhara and his Tibetan disciple Drokmi Lotsāwa Śākya Yeshe (992–1072). The practice tradition centers around the teaching and transmission of the Hevajra Tantra and its subsidiary texts. This second volume of Sakya texts contains oral instructions transmitted to Drokmi Lotsāwa by the early eleventh-century Indian masters, Ācārya Vīravajra, Mahāsiddha Amoghavajra, Paṇḍita Prajñāgupta of Oḍḍiyāna, and Paṇḍita Gayadhara. These texts broaden our understanding of how mahāmudrā, the teaching on the nature of mind, is understood and practiced in the Sakya school.
Sakya: Essential Teachings of the Eight Practice Lineages of Tibet, Volume 5 (The Treasury of Precious Instructions) (The Treasury of Precious Instructions)
by Jamgön Kongtrul ThayéA compilation by one of Tibet's greatest Buddhist masters of the Path with Its Result teachings and practices of the Sakya lineage of Tibetan Buddhism.The Treasury of Precious Instructions by Jamgön Kongtrul Lodrö Taye, one of Tibet's greatest Buddhist masters, is a shining jewel of Tibetan literature, presenting essential teachings from the entire spectrum of practice lineages that existed in Tibet. Volumes in this series may be engaged as practice manuals while also preserving ancient teachings significant to the literature and history of world religions. Volume 5 of the series, Sakya: The Path with Its Result, presents a selection of teachings and practices from the Path with Its Result (Lamdre) practice lineage of the Sakya tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. The Sakya lineage derives from Virupa, Dombhi Heruka, and other Indian masters, or mahasiddhas, and passes through Gayadhara and his Tibetan disciple Drokmi Lotsawa Sakya Yeshe (992–1072). The practice tradition centers around the teaching and transmission of the Hevajra Tantra and its subsidiary texts. In three parts, this volume includes, respectively: the root text, commentary, and outlines for the Indian mahasiddha Virupa&’s core text, the Vajra Verses; the liturgies for empowerment and offering rituals specific to a Hevajra Tantra practice lineage; and instructional manuals for practice.
The Sakya Jetsunmas: The Hidden World of Tibetan Female Lamas
by Elisabeth A. BenardAn exploration of an extraordinary group of female meditation masters from the Buddhist tradition in Tibet whose determination and accomplishments can serve as a great example for meditators the world over. Among Tibetan spiritual biographies there are many life stories of exceptional male wisdom-holders or vidyādharas. But biographies of religious women are few. This book focuses on the hidden world of the great female spiritual adepts who were born into a prominent lineage of the Sakya school of Tibetan Buddhism. For centuries, this family of wisdom holders has been committed to helping others alleviate their suffering and develop a strong dedication to spiritual practice.
The Sakya School of Tibetan Buddhism
by Dhongthog RinpocheExplore a complete history of one of Tibet's four main Buddhist schools, from its origins to the present day. Since its 1976 publication in Tibetan, Dhongthog Rinpoche's history of the Sakya school of Tibetan Buddhism has been a key reference for specialists in Tibetan studies. Now English readers can consult it as well through Sam van Schaik's authoritative, fully annotated and accessible translation. The book begins by examining the development of Buddhism in India and Tibet, setting the scene for the Khon family's establishment of the Sakya school in the eleventh century. Rinpoche subsequently provides accounts of the transmission of the Lamdre (the heart of Sakya contemplative practice and other major streams of esoteric instruction) and the Ngor and Tshar branches of the Sakya tradition. Highlights also include surveys of great Sakya and nonsectarian masters such as Rongtongpa, Gorampa, Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo, and Khyentse Chokyi Lodro. This traditional history, compiled both from earlier histories and from the author's direct connection to masters of the tradition, is an enormously valuable resource for the study of Tibetan Buddhism.
Salaam, Love: American Muslim Men on Love, Sex, and Intimacy
by Ayesha Mattu Nura MaznaviFrom the editors of the groundbreaking anthology Love, InshAllah comes a provocative new exploration of the most intimate parts of Muslim men's lives. Muslim men are stereotyped as either oversexed Casanovas willing to die for seventy-two virgins in heaven or controlling, big-bearded husbands ready to rampage at the hint of dishonor. The truth is, there are millions of Muslim men trying to figure out the complicated terrain of love, sex, and relationships just like any other American man. In Salaam, Love, Ayesha Mattu and Nura Maznavi provide a space for American Muslim men to speak openly about their romantic lives, offering frank, funny, and insightful glimpses into their hearts--and bedrooms. The twenty-two writers come from a broad spectrum of ethnic, racial, and religious perspectives--including orthodox, cultural, and secular Muslims--reflecting the strength and diversity of their faith community and of America. By raising their voices to share stories of love and heartbreak, loyalty and betrayal, intimacy and insecurity, these Muslim men are leading the way for all men to recognize that being open and honest about their feelings is not only okay--it's intimately connected to their lives and critical to their happiness and well-being.
Salafi-jihadism: The History Of An Idea
by Shiraz MaherNo topic has captured the public imagination of late quite so dramatically as the specter of global jihadism. While much has been said about the way jihadists behave, their ideology remains poorly understood. As the Levant has imploded and millenarian radicals claim to have revived a Caliphate based on the teachings of the Prophet Mohammed, the need for a nuanced and accurate understanding of jihadist beliefs has never been greater. Shiraz Maher charts the intellectual underpinnings of salafi-jihadism from its origins in the mountains of the Hindu Kush to the jihadist insurgencies of the 1990s and the 9/11 wars. What emerges is the story of a pragmatic but resilient warrior doctrine that often struggles - as so many utopian ideologies do - to consolidate the idealism of theory with the reality of practice.
Salafism and Traditionalism: Scholarly Authority in Modern Islam
by Emad HamdehOne of the most contentious topics in modern Islam is whether one should adhere to an Islamic legal school or follow scripture directly. For centuries, Sunni Muslims have practiced Islam through the framework of the four legal schools. The 20th century, however, witnessed the rise of individuals who denounced the legal schools, highlighting cases where they contradict texts from the Qur'ān or Sunna. These differences are exemplified in the heated debates between the Salafi ḥadīth scholar Muḥammad Nāṣir al-Dīn al-Albānī and his Traditionalist critics. This book examines the tensions between Salafis and Traditionalists concerning scholarly authority in Islam. Emad Hamdeh offers an insider's view of the debates between Salafis and Traditionalists and their differences regarding the correct method of interpreting Islam. He provides a detailed analysis of the rise of Salafism, the impact of the printing press, the role of scholars in textual interpretation, and the divergent approaches to Islamic law.
Salafism in Jordan
by Joas WagemakersSince the events of 9/11, Salafism in the Middle East has often been perceived as fixed, rigid and even violent, but this assumption overlooks the quietist ideology that characterises many Salafi movements. Through an exploration of Salafism in Jordan, Joas Wagemakers presents the diversity among quietist Salafis on a range of ideological and political issues, particularly their relationship with the state. He expounds a detailed analysis of Salafism as a whole, whilst also showing how and why quietist Salafism in Jordan - through ideological tendencies, foreign developments, internal conflicts, regime involvement, theological challenges and regional turmoil - transformed from an independent movement into a politically domesticated one. Essential for graduate students and academic researchers interested in Middle Eastern politics and Salafism, this major contribution to the study of Salafism debunks stereotypes and offers insight into the development of a trend that still remains a mystery to many.
Salafism in Lebanon: Local And Transnational Movements (Cambridge Middle East Studies #49)
by Zoltan PallThe past two decades have seen an increasing association between Lebanese Salafism and violence, with less attention being paid to Salafis who focus on peaceful proselytization. In reality, it is these Salafis whose influence has dramatically grown since the eruption of the Syrian conflict that profoundly affected Lebanon as well. <P><P>Based on extensive fieldwork, Zoltan Pall offers insights into the dynamics of non-violent Lebanese Salafi groups and examines the importance of transnational links in shaping the trajectory of the movement. In particular, he shows how the internal transformation of Salafism in Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia led to the fragmentation of the Lebanese Salafi community. <P>By analysing Salafism as a network, we see how the movement creates and mobilizes material and symbolic resources, and how it contributes to reshaping the structures of authority within the country's Sunni Muslim community.
Salafismus
by Rauf Ceylan Michael KieferNeo-Salafistische Gruppierungen haben in den letzten Jahren die Diskussionen über den Islam in Deutschland stark geprägt. Trotz der religionspädagogischen und integrationspolitischen Relevanz fehlen weitgehend Erfahrungen mit Präventionsmaßnahmen gegen diese Strömung. Vor diesem Hintergrund verfolgt der vorliegende Band das Ziel, einen kompakten Überblick über die historischen Wurzeln und die politisch-theologischen Ideologien dieser fundamentalistischen Bewegungen zu geben. Als zweiter Themenschwerpunkt werden spezifische Präventionsmaßnahmen für den islamischen Religionsunterricht, für die Jugend- und Gemeindearbeit vorgestellt und kritisch eingeordnet sowie auf die Defizite in den unterschiedlichen Handlungsfeldern einer Präventionsarbeit hingewiesen.
Salafismus in Deutschland: Jugendkulturelle Aspekte, pädagogische Perspektiven (Edition Centaurus – Jugend, Migration und Diversity)
by Ahmet Toprak Gerrit WeitzelDer Band untersucht den Salafismus als Phänomen einer spezifischen Jugendkultur - die nicht nur auf Jugendliche mit Migrationshintergrund zielt und befasst sich mit ihrer Attraktivität sowie ihrer medialen und subkulturellen Mustern.
Salat in Secret
by Jamilah Thompkins-BigelowFrom the critically acclaimed author of Your Name Is a Song and the bestselling illustrator of The Proudest Blue comes a story about a Muslim boy who receives a salat (prayer) rug on his seventh birthday and becomes empowered about his faith.In this beautiful story of community, family, and acceptance, a boy named Muhammad receives a special salat rug on his seventh birthday. Seven is the age when Muslim children are encouraged to pray, and Muhammad is determined to do all five daily prayers on time. But one salat occurs during the school day--and he's worried about being seen praying at school. His father parks his truck to worship in public places, and people stare at and mock him. Will the same thing happen to Muhammad?In the end, with help from his teacher, he finds the perfect place to pray. Salat in Secret, by two highly acclaimed Muslim creators, is a poignant and empowering look at an important facet of Islam that many observant children cherish but might be scared to share.
Saldrás de esta
by Max LucadoNo será sin dolor. No será de un día para otro. Pero Dios usará este lío para bien.Mientras tanto, mantén la calma y no hagas ninguna tontería.No te desesperes.Con la ayuda de Dios, saldrás de esta.Tienes temor de no lograrlo. Todos le tememos a eso. Tememos que la depresión nunca se vaya, que los gritos nunca cesen, que el dolor no nos deje. ¿Se aclarará este cielo gris? ¿Se alivianará esta carga?En Saldrás de esta, el pastor Max Lucado, uno de los autores más leídos según el New York Times, ofrece una dulce seguridad. "La liberación es a la Biblia lo que la música es a época de carnaval: audaz, abrasadora y está en todas partes". Max les recuerda a los lectores que Dios no promete que salgamos de las pruebas rápidamente y sin dolor. No fue así para José --lanzado a una fosa por sus hermanos, vendido como esclavo, arrestado injustamente, olvidado y rechazado-- pero su historia en el Antiguo Testamento está en la Biblia por esta razón: para enseñarnos a confiar que Dios triunfará sobre el mal.Con la compasión de un pastor y el alma de un narrador de cuentos, Max explora la historia de José y la verdad del Génesis 50:20. Lo que Satanás intenta para mal, Dios lo redime para bien.