Ancient Rituals

The adult romantasy series comes to an end in this third instalment, and Briar and Kane are coming back hotter and bolder than ever. Briar will do anything to save the ones she loves. Briar and Kane are headed for the aisle, but their troubles are far from over. Cambria is reeling from disaster...

Kori Hahn has always done life her way - living off the grid as a young woman in Alaska; studying with spiritual teachers and soul guides in Mexico, Sri Lanka, and Morocco; surfing around the world. Whether she was seeking adventure, sunshine, or the perfect wave, her primary, perennial quest has been an inner one. To that end she evolved the practices she shares here, simple daily steps that create a veritable "stairway to heaven" and allow any listener to do life their own way, with maximum meaning and joy.

A practical guide to the ancient Japanese art of manifesting and pre-celebration, full of wise guidance on how to slow down, tune into the rhythms of the universe, and fulfill your destiny. During a particularly tough season of life, a Buddhist monk told Azumi Uchitani that the...

Ancient Art and Ritual is a book by Jane Ellen Harrison (1850-1928), who was a student of anthropology and a classical scholar by training. The book shows how mankind has always used rituals to celebrate new life or rites of passage and examines the way that these rituals evolved into art forms. The author also shows how rituals and rites of passage developed into visual and dramatic art, dance, and sculpture as a way of expressing the religious urge. She identifies intense emotional energy as the driving force behind all artistic expression.

Embrace the ancient secrets of chocolate and be on your way to inner peace and a more balanced life.

Jack West, Jr. is thrust into a deadly ancient tournament of survival in an explosive thriller adventure where the fate of the world hangs in the balance—from internationally bestselling author Matthew Reilly. Jack West, Jr. and his family are living peacefully on their remote farm when their...

Interact with magical fairy folk and incorporate them into your own witchcraft practice with this detailed account of the ancient wisdom and traditions of fairies and witchcraft. Fairies have long been a part of witchcraft traditions, especially Celtic and Norse witchcraft, paganism, and other...

Explores six ancient yet timeless systems for exploring the mind: the I Ching, Tantra, Tarot, astrology, alchemy, and the yoga philosophy of Actualism Shares exercises from each system and illuminates the key stages in the journey of consciousness development Shows how each of these...

Restores the feminine essence of the Tao Te Ching as well as the simplicity and poetic undertones of the chapters Offers commentary for each of the 81 chapters and key Chinese characters to reveal their profound wisdom Translated from ancient silk and bamboo slip manuscripts, the...

A thorough reference to the many deities, magical beings, mythical places, and ancient customs of the Norse and Germanic regions of Europe Explores the legends and origins of well-known gods and figures such as Odin, Thor, Krampus, and the Valkyries, as well as a broad range of magical...

Journey into the world of Ayahuasca and healing. A mysterious and powerful plant medicine with curative powers that is drunk as a tea during a sacred ceremony, Ayahuasca has been known to change people’s lives dramatically. But what was once a healing experience practiced only by Indigenous...

Modern religion often feels disconnected from personal spirituality, leaving many searching for deeper meaning. Psychedelic Paradox explores how ancient rituals rooted in nature, symbolism, and timeless wisdom can serve as a gateway to revelation and healing. Set against the raw beauty of the American Southwest, this book weaves together history, mysticism, and personal experience to reconnect the soul with the sacred.

Explores the archetypal and classical male ideal found in ancient societies around the world Examines some of the problems facing men in the world today and shares practices to develop yourself in the face of these problems Provides techniques for developing your thinking and focus...

A tutorial on the ancient practice of limpias to heal the mind, body, and soul Offers step-by-step instructions for the practice of limpias, shamanic cleansing rituals to heal, purify, and revitalize people as well as physical spaces Examines different types of limpia ceremonies, such as...

From one of the fastest growing spiritual brands comes a beautiful spell-casting kit for modern mystics of all levels, an appealing guidebook with twenty-five rituals and spells. Looking to boost your self-empowerment and personal protection? Would you like to enhance your personal...

Every year, millions of baby boys are circumcised, either for purported health benefits, or for religious reasons. The book meticulously explores the risks and rewards of that practice, which has significant effects on sexuality, psychology, and overall health. Drawing on 869 research references and firsthand accounts, Dr. Lipman sheds light on the disparity between traditional views and contemporary medical perspectives.

Although millions of westerners practice yoga simply for its health benefits, this multifaceted discipline has far more to offer. In The Jewel of Abundance, author Ellen Grace O’Brian reveals an overlooked aspect of yoga: its powerful techniques for attaining prosperity. Drawing upon the ancient Vedic tradition of Kriya Yoga (the yoga of practice), she shows us how spirituality and earthly success can complement each other, leading to realization of the higher self.

Known as the Keeper of Keys and Guide of Souls, Hekate has stood at the crossroads of history and myth, offering wisdom to those navigating life's deepest mysteries. Her torches illuminate the unseen, her keys unlock the paths between worlds, and her power speaks to anyone seeking clarity, protection, and spiritual evolution.

In 1998, a 16-year-old girl is found dead. She’s posed on a swing on her boarding school’s property, dressed all in white, with no known cause of death. Whispers and rumors swirl, with no answers. But there are a few who know what happened; there is one girl who will never forget. One year earlier: a new student, Violet, steps on the campus of Elm Hollow Academy, an all-girl’s boarding school on the outskirts of a sleepy coastal town. This is her fresh start, her chance to begin again in the wake of tragedy, leave her demons behind.

Magic - as opposed to religion, personal or otherwise - is a notoriously difficult concept to pin down. In ancient Greece, "magic was not distinct from religion, rather an unwelcome, improper expression of it." In other words, it's important not to think of it as a different definition of magic but to instead understand how the ancient Greeks believed certain aspects of magic functioned in their world.