America may be the land of plenty, but in the midst of our Walmarts, enormous supermarkets, and other signs of material surfeit, it seems that many are experiencing a gnawing spiritual hunger. This book examines the historical roots and the appeal of pop mysticisms.
An introduction to astrosophy, or star wisdom, a science with ancient roots and modern relevance, this book shows how the patterns written in the heavens influence a person's life.
This biography of Padmasambhava, the founder of Tibetan Buddhism, is a translation of the Padma bKa'i Thang recorded in the eighth century by his closest disciple and consort, Yeshe Tsogyal. The richly symbolic account in 108 cantos sets forth the stages of his life, which reveal the stages of the path to enlightenment. Vivid description of the ......
In this book, twenty-three practitioners introduce the TSK vision by showing its unfolding. Some have applied TSK to their professions or fields, others have formed study groups to share their thoughts, experiences, and questions in dialog.
This book offers articles by seventeen students of the Time, Space, and Knowledge vision (introduced by Tarthang Tulku in 1977), exploring how to think and perceive in new ways.
Universal Principles of Healing Prayer & the Jewish Mystics
This wonderful book by a Rabbi and a Catholic shows how to evoke and experience directly the healing force in the universe known variously as: God, the ineffable, that-which-is, life force, ch'i, etc. It draws on universal principles of physical healing that are part of, yet transcend all religions. Rabbi Douglas Goldhamer and Catholic ......
The Anthroposophical Path of Inner Schooling: A Survey
Schiller systematically characterizes the anthroposophic path of inner spiritual training, drawing on Rudolf Steiner's writings and lectures over an extended period of time. Among the topics discussed are: the fundamental moods; development of the six attributes; sense-free thinking, feeling, and willing; meditation; and crossing the ......
Why We Ignore the Damage We Inflict on the Planet--And Ourselves
Our wants for food, housing, medicine, transportation, luxuries, and all the other benefits of industrialisation have resulted in the exploitation of our natural surroundings. This book explores the complex convergence of psychological, social, economic, and political factors that keep us from acting in our own self-interest.
The ability to think clearly and the power to reason well set leaders apart from the crowd. This guide talks about the world of logical thinking and reasoning. It walks the reader through the modes of thinking, understanding, and reasoning. It also offers tips on how anyone can be empowered through continual self-monitoring and self-improvement.
