Religious Meditation

Thirty years ago, "mindfulness" was a Buddhist principle mostly obscure to the west. Today, it is a popular cure-all for Americans' daily problems. A massive and lucrative industry promotes mindfulness in every aspect of life, however mundane or unlikely: Americans of various faiths (or none at all) practice mindful eating, mindful sex, mindful parenting, mindfulness in the office, mindful sports, mindfulness-based stress relief and addiction recovery, and hire mindful divorce lawyers.

Uncover the profound transformation that waits within the intimate wilderness of your personal sanctuary, as you journey through "The Sacred Web: The magical craft of Your Sacred Shamanic Space” Diving into the heart of Shamanic wisdom, this guide walks with you as you design, tend, and evolve your sacred spaces, resonating with your unique spiritual journey. Discover the essence of a sacred Shamanic space, see how it serves as more than a mere physical area and evolves as a living embodiment of your spiritual passage. The book navigates everything from choosing your spot, decorating with...

Su Santidad el Dalai Lama expone su visión de la ciencia y de la fe con una única intención: aliviar el sufrimiento humano. Mediante el estudio científico, que nunca ha abandonado, y el llamamiento a la práctica religiosa, el Dalai Lama explora muchos de los grandes y eternos debates y realiza asombrosas conexiones entre algunas cuestiones aparentemente dispares, como la evolución o el karma, llamadas a cambiar nuestra forma de percibir el mundo.

This audiobook contains the basic steps of new-age Christian meditation, also known as esoteric Christian meditation, which is based on the ancient practice of “inner silence”, originally imparted by Jesus to his closest disciples and purposely hidden from the masses. Based on four decades of comparative religion research and meditation practice, these lessons and exercises reveal the keys of the secret teachings of Jesus, decoded from the four canonical gospels as well as the Old Testament.

Among Buddhist traditions, Zen has been remarkably successful in garnering and sustaining interest outside the Buddhist homelands of Asia, and "zen" is now part of the global cultural lexicon. This deeply informed book explores the history of this enduring Japanese tradition - from its beginnings as a form of Buddhist thought and practice imported from China to its reinvention in medieval Japan as a force for religious, political, and cultural change to its role in Japan's embrace of modernity.

The "Revelations of Divine Love" is a 14th-century book of Christian mystical devotions written by Julian of Norwich. It includes her sixteen mystical visions and contemplations on universal love and hope in a time of plague, religious schism, uprisings and war. Published in 1395, it is the first published book in the English language to be written by a woman.

In Karma, Sadhguru seeks to put you back in the driver's seat, turning you from a terror-struck passenger to a confident driver navigating the course of your own destiny. By living consciously and fully inhabiting each moment, you can free yourself from the cycle. Karma is an exploration and a manual, restoring our understanding of karma to its original potential for freedom and empowerment instead of a source of entanglement. Through Sadhguru's teachings, you will learn how to live intelligently and joyfully in a challenging world.

Take a second to imagine how you’ll feel once you can effortlessly conjure the moon’s power to recreate your outer reality. This shocking guide may work for you, even if you have failed time and time again to work with the phases of the moon.

Breathe Peace in the Chaos Pocket Companion: A Little Book of Big Comforts for Anxious Hearts In the whirlwind of daily life, where every tick of the clock pressures you to do more, be more, and worry more, Breathe Peace in the Chaos Pocket Companion emerges as your serene escape. This Kindle eBook is not just another item on your digital shelf; it's a lifeline to tranquility, a series of gentle nudges reminding you to inhale calm and exhale the chaos. Crafted with heartfelt warmth and understanding, each devotional within this precious collection offers a beacon of Peace in the relentless ...

Meditation is a simple practice available to all. Research over the past two decades concludes that mindfulness meditation exerts beneficial effects on physical and mental health as well as cognitive performance. This means you can reduce stress and increase calmness, clarity, and happiness. Billionaire hedge fund manager Ray Dalio was quoted as saying, “Meditation, more than anything in my life, was the biggest ingredient of whatever success I’ve had.”

Essential life lessons from the world's most famous monk. Through a beautiful collection of autobiographical stories and teachings, At Home in the World tells the remarkable life of the beloved Zen Master, Thich Nhat Hanh. With his signature clarity and warmth, he shares tales from his childhood in rural Vietnam through to his travels teaching the world the art of mindfulness.

Quite a few people are curios about the Christian life. Some just want to understand it in a simple way before making up their mind. There are those who have just come into it and are trying to figure it out. Then there are also those who have been in it for a while but still have some difficulty saying exactly what it is they believe. On the other side are those who are doing the explaining and counselling all the time who need to be sure that they have not left anything out, which the young believer needs to know. Since it was first published in 1990, over 15 thousand copies have been ...

Nick Horton shares and declares hope in a broken and groaning world. After several decades teaching, mentoring, and guiding discouraged people, I am slowly learning how to walk more rugged roads with others. They are often weary travelers who have faced squalls and storms of life. How do we handle sadness brought on from depression, broken families, emotional disorders, loneliness, or even death itself? Immersing ourselves in nature, surrounding ourselves and serving in secure communities produces strength in each of us. The path to light and life is an uphill journey.

Written with the beginner in mind, this comprehensive book offers a profound exploration into the world of Reiki, the ancient healing wisdom which has been used to cure countless ailments for thousands of years. Covering everything from the history and origins of Reiki to how you can develop your Reiki practice and understand the Reiki symbols, this book arms you with the knowledge you need to become a Reiki practitioner and begin harnessing healing energy.

There has been a lot of talk lately about our bodies being energy fields with chakras that may be blocked or unbalanced at times and why this is to blame for all our physical, emotional, and spiritual struggles or problems. Don’t be left behind in this new quest to tackle emotional and spiritual stagnation, illness, and suffering from it the source! Even if you’ve never come across words like auras, chakras, nadis, and many others before, don’t worry. By the end of this book, you will know it all and be able to use it to transform your life!

The Christian walk is sometimes filled with potholes, rocky paths, and steep hills. Yet the Lord is there making the way straight. June Foster shares her journey—the joys and the trials—through fifty devotionals she'd written over the last ten years. Some are geared toward those of us who've reached the twilight years, yet all embrace the joy and peace only a life with Jesus can offer. Come alongside June as she explores God's word and rejoices in the Lord. Leave your cares and join the dance in a field of daisies.

Are you craving for an inner transformation? Do you want to be a better human being? Do you want answers to the challenges of life? Do you feel a continuous sense of emptiness or void in your life? Do you find yourself asking existential questions? Do you want to understand the true meaning of life? Do you want to understand the nature and importance of suffering? Do you crave to know why you were born and the purpose of life? If you have any of the above questions but are lost on how to go about getting the wisdom or answers to the above questions, then this book is perfect for you. The ...

“When Jesus had lifted up himself, and saw none but the woman, he said unto her, Woman, where are those thine accusers? hath no man condemned thee? She said, No man, Lord. And Jesus said unto her, Neither do I condemn thee: go and sin no more.”—ST. John viii. 10, 11. IT is a singular fact, that the authenticity of this passage, the inspiration of it, has been frequently denied. I believe it is not at the present time received among the Greek Churches, although it was usually adopted among the Latin Churches. Calvin doubted its inspiration, Beza, and many of the most eminent ...

Buddhism has seen a resurgence from time to time during our history. This is because its beliefs and spiritual practices seem to resonate with people when they are feeling lost or in need of guidance. Buddhism sums up the basic essence of Buddhism. This book is going to help you better understand what Buddhism is, how it can benefit you, and how you can apply it in your routine life.

Emergent Spirituality is a practical application of the theology and philosophy outlined in its predecessor book entitled “The Emergence of God.” After a review of the basic principles and premises of emergent spirituality this work introduces personal and group rituals, services, and practices that help individuals and communities connect to the rhythms of the universe and to each other.