Ritual Religion

Have you ever walked past a fortune-teller's booth and wondered what it was all about? Are you tired of a world that believes in only science or what is observed? Do you have a hunger to see if there is something beyond what we can sense in the physical world? Do you hunger for something more? Discover the ancient art of palmistry, also known as chiromancy.

Answering key questions on Hindu philosophy and associated Indian history in simple, lucid, engaging ways, and exploring the often curious customs and beliefs that are an intrinsic part of the Hindu faith, Devdutt Pattanaik's latest book is a treasure house of information on the complex tenets of Hinduism. For many a curious listener, Faith: 40 Insights into Hinduism will prove to be a delightful and eye-opening introduction to the intricacies of one of the world's most practiced religions.

One out of five people in the world is Muslim; only 18 percent of those, however, are Arab. Ernst moves away from a Middle Eastern bias, addressing the pluralistic nature of Muslim societies and thought. Framing his argument in terms of religious studies, Ernst describes how Protestant definitions of religion and anti-Muslim prejudice have affected views of Islam in Europe and America.

Since the Gulf War, many have asked the question, "Why do Middle Easterners think and act as they do?" Of the 900 million people who today follow the Islamic faith, all are profoundly affected by the teachings of Muhammad and by Muslim traditions that have developed over the past 1300 years.

His second compelling volume includes an introduction to the heart and its dynamics, as well as detailed examination of such concepts as freedom, altruism, wisdom, sainthood, intoxication and sobriety, wakefulness, and the universal man.

Food trucks announcing "halal" proliferate in many urban areas but how many non-Muslims know what this means, other than cheap lunch? In this audiobook, Febe Armanios and Bogac Ergene provide an accessible introduction to halal (permissible) food in the Islamic tradition. Historically, Muslims used food to define their identities in relation to co-believers and non-Muslims. Food taboos are rooted in the Quran and prophetic customs, as well as writings from various periods and geographical settings.

Rohini Ralby spent eight years as head of security, appointments secretary, and personal assistant to Swami Muktananda, and in their many hours alone together, this world-renowned guru taught her, one-on-one, the essence of spiritual practice. In Walking Home with Baba, an expert guide to spiritual practice, Rohini draws on that experience and her subsequent study and work as a spiritual director to convey, in clear and concise terms, what spiritual practice truly is.

Schon mal eine Gin-Tonic-Liturgie gefeiert oder einen Bike-Segen erhalten? Dann wird es Zeit! Obwohl es einen großen Hunger nach Gebeten und Ritualen für bestimmte Tageszeiten, Feiertage und andere besondere Anlässe gibt, erreichen die alten Liturgien junge Leute oft nicht mehr. Steve Kennedy Henkel hat während des ersten Lockdowns neue Formen von Liturgie entwickelt und alten Inhalten neue Worte geschenkt. Gedacht waren die Texte ursprünglich für ihn selbst, um dem 'neuen Alltag' mehr Routine zu geben.

If you want to learn practicing witchcraft like a real Wicca, with the herbal magic, then keep reading. Herbalism (also known as herbology or botanical medicine) is the practice of using plants for medicinal or therapeutic use. There are many plants used by the Wicca in their ritual practices. Wiccans can use herbs not just for their medicinal properties, but for their magical use, because herbs hold the Earth’s energy in them. This energy can be drawn upon when herbs are used in spells.

Представляем вашему вниманию аудиоверсию избранных трудов Алексея Афанасьевича Дмитриевского "Праздники Святой Земли". Это яркие и вдохновенные очерки о богослужениях в двунадесятые праздники на Святой Земле, написанные Алексеем Афанасьевичем по личным воспоминаниям и впечатлениям.

In Yogini’s Dilemma, certified yoga therapist and founder of the Yoga Mandala School Nicole Grant lays out the classical eight-faceted path and wisdom of yoga so that aspiring yoga teachers can better decide whether teaching yoga is for them. By mapping the relationship between body, mind, spirit, and culture, they will discover the tools needed to take the next steps with confidence and curiosity. Nicole draws from over two decades of dedicated yoga practice in the lineage of Sri T. Krishnamacharya to teach aspiring yoga teachers.

This comprehensive study explores Sufism as a form of self-purification, offering a deeper understanding of the sacred acts and a greater knowledge and love of the divine. The first volume of the series presents such Sufi concepts as repentance, reflection, self-criticism, asceticism, piety, abstinence, self-supervision, and sincerity.

Let us seize the opportunity to gain a span of life compared to which our worldly life is not worth mentioning. Let us start now, for when death knocks at our door, regret will avail us of nothing. At that time, how great will be the loss of those who turned away from their Provider!

Wicca is a spiritual path that has been around for centuries. It’s the perfect way to connect with nature and the divine. You can use these ancient traditions in your everyday life, so you can feel more connected than ever before! This audiobook will take you through all of the basics that a beginner needs to know about Wicca and witchcraft. Inside is everything from moon magic to herbalism—there are even candle spells that can be used for love or protection. Whether your goal is to become a powerful witch or simply gain insight into these traditions, this audiobook has it all!

Much of what passes as Reformed among our churches is not. As a class of churches that profess allegiance to Reformed theology, practice, and piety, we have drifted from our moorings. This book is written to facilitate change, specifically reformation according to God's Word as summarized in the Reformed confessions.

Magia verde: Con el antiguo poder de la brujería natural hacia un equilibrio espiritual y físico. Magia negra, magia blanca… seguramente todos han oído...

Latino Muslims: Our Journeys to Islam is a collection of stories about people’s personal journeys to the truth. It is about their struggles, discoveries, and revelations during this journey, and about finally finding their peace within Islam.

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.

Sahar Amer's evenhanded approach is anchored in sharp cultural insight and rich historical context. Addressing the significance of veiling in the religious, cultural, political, and social lives of Muslims, past and present, she examines the complex roles the practice has played in history, religion, conservative and progressive perspectives, politics and regionalism, society and economics, feminism, fashion, and art.

يشرح كتاب "شباب حول الرسول" للكاتب محمد عبد الله بعض مناقب الصحابة وجميل شمائلهم التي جمعت طيب الأقوال وصالح الأعمال، ليقتدي بها الأبرار. يبدأ الكاتب في الحديث عن الصحابة في القرآن الكريم، حيث يستشهد بآيات قرآنية تحكي عن قدر الصحابة الذي رفعه الله درجةً نالوا فيها الرضى منه، كما وصفهم الله في آياته بالشدة على الكفار وبالرحمة فيما بينهم.