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A Treasury of Miracles for Women: True Stories of God’s Presence in Our Lives Today
by Karen KingsburyA collection of amazing and touching stories that celebrates women and shows that miracles are still possible.
Treasury of Precious Qualities: Book One
by Jigme Lingpa Longchen Yeshe Dorje H. H. the Dalai Lama Padmakara Translation GroupThis book is a translation of the first part of Jigme Lingpa's Treasury of Precious Qualities, which in a slender volume of elegant verses sets out briefly but comprehensively the Buddhist path according to the Nyingma school. The concision of the root text and its use of elaborate poetic language, rich in metaphor, require extensive explanation, amply supplied here by the commentary of Kangyur Rinpoche. The present volume lays out the teachings of the sutras in gradual stages according to the traditional three levels, or scopes, of spiritual endeavor. It begins with essential teachings on impermanence, karma, and ethics. Then, from the Hinayana standpoint, it describes the essential Buddhist teachings of the four noble truths and the twelve links of dependent arising. Moving on, finally, to the Mahayana perspective, it expounds fully the teachings on bodhichitta and the path of the six paramitas, and gives an unusually detailed exposition of Buddhist vows.
Treasury of Precious Qualities: Book Two
by Longchen Yeshe Kangyur Rinpoche Padmakara Translation Group Jigme LingpaThis second and concluding volume of Jigme Lingpa's classic Treasury of Precious Qualities is presented together with a detailed commentary by Kangyur Rinpoche. Composed in the form of a lamrim, or presentation of the stages of the path, the first volume set out the teachings of the sutras. The present volume continues this same structure and is a general description of the tantra teachings followed by an exposition of the Great Perfection, which in the Nyingma School of Tibetan Buddhism is regarded as the summit of all vehicles and the final stage of the path of spiritual training. The section on the tantras is a compendious presentation of all important issues: lineage, empowerment, the generation and perfection stages, and samaya. The section on the Great Perfection is arranged according to the classification of Ground, Path, and Result and gives an extremely clear introduction to the doctrinal background that underpins the practice of this unique system.
A Treasury Of Quips, Quotes, And Anecdotes For Preachers And Teachers
by Anthony CastleNeed a thought-provoking quote for class presentation, a speech or paper? This incredible resource is bursting with pithy quotations, insightful proverbs, memorable stories and humorous asides, from people as diverse as Pope John Paul II, Teilhard de Chardin, "Alice in Wonderland" and Christina Rossetti. All are intended to help preachers, teachers, and all searchers and believers find deeper meanings and applications of key areas of life and belief.
The Treasury of Religious and Spiritual Quotations
by Rebecca Miller Susan MesnerThe Treasury of Religious and Spiritual Quotations organizes its contents by category: angels and agnosticism, suicide and capital punishment, nature and technology, clergy and repentance. Quotes from wide-ranging religious and spiritual sources, including the Bhagavad Gita, the Talmud, and the Bible, give readers a holistic understanding of some of life's most monumental issues. Based on Ralph L. Woods' seminal reference book of religious sayings, this book is sure to spark reflection and inspire readers of all faiths to ye of little faith--or none at all.
A Treasury of Religious Humor
by James E. MyersAmerica's favorite treasury of humor presents Volume Two of its classic series. A new package with the same wise, witty and wonderful words. Religious humor is clean and equally appealing to children, adults and religious leaders of all faiths.
Treasury of the Eye of True Teaching: Classic Stories, Discourses, and Poems of the Chan Tradition
by DahuiThomas Cleary, one of America&’s most beloved translators of Buddhist texts, brings twelfth century Chan master Dahui&’s monumental compilation of teachings to life for the first time in English.Treasury of the Eye of True Teaching (Chinese Zhengfayanzang) stands as among the greatest classics of Chan (Chinese Zen) Buddhism, combining speeches, stories, dialogues, poems, and commentaries that the influential master Dahui (1089–1163) extracted from Chan lore. Compiled by Dahui&’s students during Song Dynasty China, this work is replete with the enigmatic, paradoxical wisdom for which Zen Buddhism is so well known.Central to this collection is the notion of &“great doubt&” in matters of language, conceptual thinking, and how we conceive of our existence. By working with great doubt through koan introspection and other meditative practices, a practitioner is able to push themself to the limits of ideas and concepts until a breakthrough to enlightenment is achieved. In the words of Dahui, &“Within great doubt there necessarily exists great enlightenment.&”A fascinating compendium of literary and spiritual puzzles, Treasury of the Eye of True Teaching will challenge and inspire readers to work with great doubt themselves and to discover their inborn potential for enlightenment. Masterfully translated by one of America&’s foremost translators of Chinese classics into English, it is a captivating window into the literary world of Chinese Zen and essential reading for students of all Zen schools today.
Treasury of the True Dharma Eye: Zen Master Dogen's Shobo Genzo
by Kazuaki TanahashiTreasury of the True Dharma Eye (Shobo Genzo, in Japanese) is a monumental work, considered to be one of the profoundest expressions of Zen wisdom ever put on paper, and also the most outstanding literary and philosophical work of Japan. It is a collection of essays by Eihei Dogen (1200-1253), founder of Zen's Soto school. Kazuaki Tanahashi and a team of translators that represent a Who's Who of American Zen have produced a translation of the great work that combines accuracy with a deep understanding of Dogen's voice and literary gifts. This eBook includes a wealth of materials to aid understanding, including maps, lineage charts, a bibliography, and an exhaustive glossary of names and terms--and, as a bonus, the most renowned of all Dogen's essays, "Recommending Zazen to All People."
A Treasury Praise: Enjoying God Anew
by Ruth Myers Warren MyersInspiration for Your Daily Encounters with God Those who have discovered the secret of praise know how powerfully it deepens their experience of God. They’ve seen firsthand how He often works in our times of praise, releasing freedom and joy that transform struggles into blessings. Yet even when you know the delight of daily spending time with God, you may find yourself distracted by life’s busyness or even reluctant to offer praise in the midst of trials. The key, writes author Ruth Myers, is to “choose to cultivate the habit of praise, taking steps to enrich your prayer life. ” This inspiring collection of daily encounters will help you do exactly that. Deeply rooted in Scripture and adapted from Ruth’s earlier writings,A Treasury of Praiseguides you through personalized prayer and praise, invites you to feast on the words of God, and leads you to a deeper understanding of His power and love. Through each brief reading, you can enter into God’s presence. You can find Him truly sufficient to carry you through every disappointment, every challenge, and every season of life.
Treating Addiction from an Islāmic Psychology Perspective (Islamic Psychology and Psychotherapy)
by G. Hussein RassoolThis book provides an understanding of behavioural and substance disorders from an Islāmic psychology perspective.Despite the religious prohibitions against the use of most substances, addiction is a significant psychosocial and spiritual problem both in Muslim majority countries and among Muslim minorities. However, many Muslim with substance use disorder have been left to suffer in silence because addictive behaviours are considered taboo. Not only do feelings of guilt, shame, and a fear of being stigmatised and excluded from community prevent many from seeking therapeutic and spiritual interventions, there are also limited culturally sensitive service provisions offering help for Muslims with addictive behaviours. This book will synthesise the body of knowledge of the psychology of addiction from an Islāmic perspectives to foster awareness and understanding of addictive behaviours to break that stigma. It will also provide knowledge required to respond effectively to Muslim clients that psychotherapists and counsellors might encounter in their clinical practice, presenting a step-by-step application of Rassool’s Islāmic Psychotherapy Practice model in working with clients with addictive behaviours.This book will be a valuable read for Islāmic psychologists, psychotherapists, and counsellors, addiction researchers and specialists, and students in these fields.
Treating Alcohol and Drug Problems in Psychotherapy Practice: Doing What Works
by Arnold M. Washton Joan E. ZwebenProviding a framework for treating substance use disorders (SUDs) in office-based psychotherapy, the second edition of this trusted work has been updated throughout and features two entirely new chapters. The authors show how clinicians from any background can leverage the therapeutic skills they already have to address clients' alcohol and drug problems competently and effectively. Vivid case examples demonstrate ways to engage clients at different stages of change; set collaborative treatment goals; address SUDs concurrently with other psychological problems; and interweave motivational, cognitive-behavioral, and other interventions, tailored to each individual's needs. Reproducible forms and handouts can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size. New to This Edition *Chapter on evidence-based principles and interventions. *Chapter on moderation-focused alcohol treatment. *Revised throughout with current data, clinical techniques, and examples. *Reflects over 15 years of important changes in the field--increased demand for integrated treatment, the ongoing opioid crisis, the growth of harm reduction and medication-assisted treatments, and more.
Treating Body and Soul: A Clinicians’ Guide to Supporting the Physical, Mental and Spiritual Needs of Their Patients
by Adam Macdiarmaid-Gordon Andy Nutall Bobbie Farsides Cathy Garland Jo Debono Muna Al-Jawad Nicola Gainsborough Nigel Spencer Pat Shields Peter Larson-Disney Peter Wells Rachel Reed Somnath Mukhopadhyay Tim OjoPatients who are facing illness and uncertainty often find themselves reflecting on the bigger questions in life, and the core beliefs or principles they live by. These convictions, religious or otherwise, are integral to a patient's identity, and consequently to their most fundamental emotional and spiritual needs. Perceptive clinicians have proved that, by recognising and working with their patients' spiritual requirements, they have been able to significantly improve their patients' experience in the medical setting. In this book, these select clinicians reveal their medical perspective on the importance of bringing together the body and soul for effective healthcare. Sharing their own personal styles of enquiry into individuals' requirements, they explain how they identify their patients' needs, and how they utilise this knowledge to advise the rest of their team and enhance their ability to provide excellent, attentive care.
Treating the Body in Medicine and Religion: Jewish, Christian, and Islamic Perspectives (Routledge Studies in Religion)
by John J. Fitzgerald Ashley John MoyseModern medicine has produced many wonderful technological breakthroughs that have extended the limits of the frail human body. However, much of the focus of this medical research has been on the physical, often reducing the human being to a biological machine to be examined, understood, and controlled. This book begins by asking whether the modern medical milieu has overly objectified the body, unwittingly or not, and whether current studies in bioethics are up to the task of restoring a fuller understanding of the human person. In response, various authors here suggest that a more theological/religious approach would be helpful, or perhaps even necessary. Presenting specific perspectives from Judaism, Christianity and Islam, the book is divided into three parts: "Understanding the Body," "Respecting the Body," and "The Body at the End of Life." A panel of expert contributors—including philosophers, physicians, and theologians and scholars of religion— answer key questions such as: What is the relationship between body and soul? What are our obligations toward human bodies? How should medicine respond to suffering and death? The resulting text is an interdisciplinary treatise on how medicine can best function in our societies. Offering a new way to approach the medical humanities, this book will be of keen interest to any scholars with an interest in contemporary religious perspectives on medicine and the body.
Treating Trauma In Christian Counseling (Christian Association For Psychological Studies Books)
by Heather Davediuk Gingrich Fred C. GingrichTraumatic experiences are distressingly common, and the risks of developing posttraumatic stress disorder are high. But in recent years the field of traumatology has grown strong, giving survivors and their counselors firmer footing than ever before to seek healing. <P><P>This book is a combined effort to introduce counseling approaches, trauma information, and Christian reflections to respond to the intense suffering people face. With extensive experience treating complex trauma, Heather Gingrich and Fred Gingrich have brought together key essays representing the latest psychological research on trauma from a Christian integration perspective. Students, instructors, clinicians, and researchers alike will find the following: <br>An overview of the kinds of traumatic experiences. <br>Coverage of treatment methods, especially those that incorporate spirituality. <br>Material to critically analyze as well as emotionally engage trauma. <br>Theoretical bases for trauma treatment and interventions. <br>References for further consideration and empirical research.
Treating Trauma in Christian Counseling (Christian Association for Psychological Studies Books)
by Heather Davediuk Gingrich; Fred C. Gingrichan overview of the kinds of traumatic experiencescoverage of treatment methods, especially those that incorporate spiritualitymaterial to critically analyze as well as emotionally engage traumatheoretical bases for trauma treatment and interventionsreferences for further consideration and empirical research
A Treatise of Relics
by John CalvinSt Augustinus complains, in his work entitled "The Labour of Monks," that certain people were, even in his time, exercising a dishonest trade, hawking about relics of martyrs, and he adds the following significant words, "should they really be relics of martyrs," from which we may infer, that even then abuses and deceits were practised, by making simple folks believe that bones, picked up any where, were bones of saints. Since the origin of this abuse is so ancient, there can be no doubt that it has greatly increased during a long interval of years, particularly as the world has been much corrupted since that age, and has continued to deteriorate until it has arrived at its present condition.
A Treatise on Atonement: In Which The Finite Nature Of Sin Is Argued, Its Cause And Consequences As Such; The Necessity And Nature Of Atonement; And Its Glorious Consequences, In The Final Reconciliation Of All Men To Holiness And Happiness
by Hosea BallouIn this treatise, the finite nature of sin is argued, its cause and consequences as such; the necessity and nature of atonement; and its glorious consequences in the final reconciliation of all men to holiness and happiness is discussed.
Treatise on Happiness (Notre Dame Series in the Great Books)
by St. Thomas AquinasThe Treatise on Happiness and the accompanying Treatise on Human Acts comprise the first twenty-one questions of I-II of the Summa Theologiae. From his careful consideration of what true happiness is, to his comprehensive discussion of how it can be attained, St. Thomas Aquinas offers a challenging and classic statement of the goals of human life, both ultimate and proximate. This translation presents in accurate, consistent, contemporary English the great Christian thinker's enduring contributions on the subject of man's happiness.
The Treatise on Happiness • The Treatise on Human Acts
by Thomas Aquinas Christina Van DykeThe fifth volume of The Hackett Aquinas, a series of central philosophical treatises of Aquinas in new, state-of-the-art translations accompanied by a thorough commentary on the text.Acclaim for previous volumes in the series:The Treatise on Human Nature Translated, with Commentary, by Robert Pasnau "This very readable and accurate translation of the so-called Treatise on Human Nature strikes the right balance between literal rendition of Aquinas' Latin and naturalness of English expression, and thus will be of use both to new students of Aquinas and to those familiar with the original Latin. The commentary on the text should make the translation especially suitable for use in courses on Aquinas' philosophy of human nature and theory of knowledge." —Deborah Black, University of TorontoThe Treatise on the Divine Nature Translated, with Commentary, by Brian J. Shanley, O.P. "That Shanley's translation-cum-commentary can open students to such a rich appropriation of Aquinas explains why I call it 'superb.'" —David Burrell, The ThomistDisputed Questions on Virtue Translated by Jeffrey Hause and Claudia Eisen Murphy; Commentary by Jeffrey Hause "Hause and Murphy are to be congratulated. [Their volume's] strong points are numerous and important. The translation is clear and faithful. . . . Hause offers an extended commentary which is solid and helpful for beginning readers. . . . A gem." —R. E. Houser, Notre Dame Philosophical Reviews
Treatise on the First Principle (Hackett Classics)
by John Duns ScotusSeeking what he describes as "the utmost limit of the knowledge our natural reason can achieve . . . concerning the True Existence [that is God]," John Duns Scotus (1265–1308) offers in this treatise one of philosophy&’s most rigorous and ambitious attempts to deduce God&’s existence from purely metaphysical theorems. As elucidated by its concise philosophical commentary, Thomas M. Ward's new translation of the Treatise on the First Principle puts a masterpiece of natural theology within reach of a new generation of English-reading students of philosophy.
Treatise on the Love of God
by St. Francis de SalesTreatise on the Love of God is a manual intended to help believers strengthen their devotion to God. De Sales describes his project by saying, "it is truly my intention to represent simply and naïvely, without art, still more without false colours, the history of the birth, progress, decay, operations, properties, advantages and excellences of divine love." The Treatise is divided into twelve books. The first four books explain the nature of the human soul and provide the history of divine love. Book Five explores the two principle exercises of love, namely, sacred complacency and benevolence. Books Six and Seven discuss the importance of practicing love through prayer, while Books Eight and Nine express the importance of submitting to God's will. The final three books are devoted to exploring the practical importance of God's holy love in our lives. De Sales' Treatise is a captivating depiction of love.
Treatment of Childhood Disorders: Evidence-Based Practice in Christian Perspective (Christian Association for Psychological Studies Books)
by Kelly S. Flanagan Sarah E. HallCaring for the mental health of children and their families is complex and challenging—and meaningful. For Christian clinicians who work with childhood disorders, however, few resources exist to address such treatment from a research-based Christian integration perspective. Treatment of Childhood Disorders fills this gap by combining biblical and theological understanding with current psychological literature on empirically supported treatments for children. Sarah E. Hall and Kelly S. Flanagan present an integrated approach based in developmental psychopathology, which offers a dynamic, multifaceted framework from which to understand the processes that affect children's development. In this unique textbook, Hall and Flanagan consider a variety of disorders commonly diagnosed in children and adolescents, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorder. After discussing prevalence, risk and causal factors, patterns throughout development, and assessment, they focus on evidence-based practices that have been found to be effective in treating the disorders. Each chapter also features ideas for Christian integration in treatment and an extended case study that brings the content to life.
Treaty of the Great King: The Covenant Structure of Deuteronomy: Studies and Commentary
by Meredith G. KlineTreaty of the Great King by Meredith G. Kline offers a profound and scholarly exploration of the Book of Deuteronomy, illuminating its covenantal structure through the lens of ancient Near Eastern treaty forms. In this groundbreaking work, Kline uncovers the parallels between biblical covenant theology and historical suzerainty treaties, shedding light on the divine relationship between God and His people as presented in Deuteronomy.Kline meticulously examines the text’s structure, showing how its arrangement mirrors the format of ancient treaties, including preamble, historical prologue, stipulations, blessings, curses, and witnesses. Through this framework, he highlights the theological depth and narrative unity of Deuteronomy, demonstrating its centrality to biblical thought and its enduring significance for understanding the covenantal nature of God’s dealings with humanity.With careful exegesis and insightful commentary, Kline delves into the historical, literary, and theological dimensions of the text, making connections to broader biblical themes such as redemption, divine kingship, and covenant loyalty. His work not only deepens readers' appreciation for the intricate design of Deuteronomy but also enhances understanding of its role within the larger biblical canon.Ideal for theologians, biblical scholars, pastors, and serious students of Scripture, Treaty of the Great King is a masterful blend of rigorous academic analysis and accessible theological reflection. Kline’s insights offer a fresh perspective on an ancient text, emphasizing its relevance for contemporary faith and practice.For anyone seeking to understand the covenantal heartbeat of the Bible, this book is an essential resource that reveals the richness and majesty of God’s Word.
Los Trece Años de Megan: ¡Una guía espiritual, un tigre fantasma y una madre aterradora! (La Serie de Megan #2)
by Owen Jones¡Una guía espiritual, un tigre fantasma y una madre aterradora! Megan es una joven con poderes psíquicos sobrenaturales. Su problema es que no los entiende o cómo usarlos. Intentó preguntarle a su madre, pero solo la castigó. La única persona que estaba dispuesta a ayudar era un nativo americano sioux y estaba muerto, no es que eso detuviera a Megan. Los padres de Megan la llevan de compras, donde hay un incidente, que Megan ayuda a corregir. La policía y el personal de la ambulancia le agradecen. Es la primera vez que usa sus poderes para algo útil. Más tarde, en la tarde, hay una fiesta familiar en una carpa, pero es la noche con sus amigas a la que realmente espera. Ella conoce a un niño allí y recibe su primer beso de un no pariente. ¡En esta edición, ella crece un poco más rápido de lo que nadie había esperado!
A Tree Full of Angels
by Macrina WiederkehrThe Benedictine tradition and practice of divine reading made accessible for everyone.