Religion

The question is often asked, "How can I pray so my prayers will be answered?" There are indeed answers, and in this book you will find a remarkable number of them. In the pages of this book, you will find an in-depth presentation of Spirit of Prophecy statements on the subject of prayer. Because it is a practical question, dealing with the everyday realities of life, the answers will also be found to be very practical, and will touch on a variety of points. Yet basic principles are also give, principles that underlie all genuine contact with God. Our kind Father is more willing to give good gifts to His children than we are to receive them. On our part, there should be an earnestness to plead for help, a steadfast determination to cling to Him in spite of all that might occur, and a submission to His wise decisions.

'The Corpus Hermeticum' is a collection of second or third century treatises that have survived intact the systematic destruction of the early Catholic Church. Given mainly in the form of a dialogue between Hermes and a human interlocutor, the writings reveal knowledge of the origins, nature and moral properties of the divine, and (on the principle of 'as above, so below, as below, so above') of humanity and all other spiritual beings. Using this sacred knowledge, humanity can rise above the material and enter the realms of the gods. 'The Corpus Hermeticum' is a foundation document for all students of the Hermetic tradition.

The "Dala'ilu l-Khayrata" compiles litanies invoking peace and blessings upon the Prophet. It is by far the most popular and universally acclaimed collection of prayers upon the Prophet, used throughout the Muslim world and recited individually and in groups, in homes and in mosques, silently and aloud.

An Unabridged, Unaltered Edition In Two Parts, To Include All Seventeen Chapters With Footnotes And Endnotes, With Any Original Greek, Latin And Hebrew Text -

A scholarly re-evaluation of the Arthurian legends and other ancient texts in the context of modern ritual magic and faery symbolism.

A "Near-Death Experience" is a true story highlighting one man's human life experience. It shows the results of how we might handle the voids and losses in our lives. It takes a raw look at our addictive behaviors; drugs, alcohol, sex, anger, depression, suicide, peer pressure and how hurting others can fill the emptiness created by loss. It is a good read for parents to help understand their children's behavior. It can also help people who have some type of addict in their lives and for the addict still suffering. This is a story about living, loving, failing and ultimate recovery. It includes intervention from Angels and demons. It will bring tears to your eyes, when reading a real suicide letter, and will also make you shudder from the sound of the life saving Voice yelling "Put your seatbelt on!" A graphic description of two "near-death" experiences, are included. Once I died and saw Heaven. The second time I died and saw hell. This is an "R- rated" story with a great "PG" dramatic ending. Conclusion: Heaven and hell both exist. I know because I've been there AND I made it back to tell you about it! I graduated Cum Laude with Honors from the University of Missouri-Rolla, School of Mines and Metallurgy with a Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering. I have a Minor in Communications: Mass Media and Public Speaking. I have also earned a PhD, through self-study, from the School of Hard Knocks, USA I've had a successful career in sales and sales training. I am a grateful recovered drug addict and alcoholic and a member of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. My desire is to provide a fresh outlook on recovery to help families with addiction problems. Never give up!

Haiku derived from the Zen Teachings of Huang Po on Mind Transmission. Ancient Zen wisdom in easy to understand haiku poetry!

Illusion is our life, our death. We are stuck in a dream world, but this is not a sweet dream. There is hope, but we must change. We must help ourselves, and help each other. 'Illusion of Life and Death' presents us with the complete path to enlightenment. It is a personal testament to the value and effectiveness of the Buddhist teachings and an empowering embrace of our own potential. Written to intrigue and inspire beginners, as well as nourish more experienced practitioners, 'Illusion' is essential reading for anyone interested in awakening to a happier, more enlightened world. Kyabje Dzogchen Pema Kalsang Rinpoche is one of the most eminent Lamas in Tibet and master of the Dzogchen teachings of Great Perfection. In this, his first volume of writings for a non-Tibetan audience, Kyabje Rinpoche shares what he describes as his 'entire teaching' in a style that is as much an oral teaching as a formal written instruction. 'Illusion of Life and Death' makes many profound Dzogchen teachings widely available in English for the first time.

The book presents Islam as a universal, viable, resourceful, and cosmopolitan religion that is not only relevant to every phase of human existence but also necessary for the very well-being of mankind.

The well known and acclaimed work of Dr. Joseph Lumpkin has been enlarged to include new research on the Books of Enoch, Fallen Angels, the Watchers, and the Nephilim. After presenting extensive historical backgrounds and brilliant translations of The First, Second, and Third Books of Enoch, Lumpkin takes time to piece together a historical narrative of Fallen Angels, the Watcher, and the Nephilim, using his extensive knowledge of ancient texts. The history of the Fallen Angels is sewn tightly together using such books as Enoch, Jasher, Jubilees, The Book of Giants, The War Scrolls, and many others. The story will astonish you. - - -New information on the First Book of Enoch is greatly expanded. Lumpkin describes the Calendar of Enoch and its pivotal place in the prophecy of Daniel. He takes First Enoch apart, section-by-section to describe its history, the time frame of authorship, and its contents. Copious notes are included throughout. - - -This volume, containing The First Book of Enoch (The Ethiopic Book of Enoch), The Second Book of Enoch (The Slavonic Secrets of Enoch), The Third Book of Enoch (The Hebrew Book of Enoch), and The Book of Fallen Angels, The Watchers, and the Origins of Evil. Expanded Commentary is included for the three books of Enoch, as well as the sections on Angels, Prophecies and the Enochian Calendar. These sources are found here, all in a single source. - - -Dr. Joseph Lumpkin is the CEO of Fifth Estate Publishers and the author of over twenty books. He appears regularly of L.A. Talk Radio and the show, "Rain Making Time" as an expert guest on the subjects of religion, theology, and church history.

The Book of Dialogues is a series of conversations between the author and his spiritual mentors on topics essential to inner development and spiritual life and knowledge. The book sheds light on the author's own development from early childhood on and, also, on the trials and ordeals which those who become authentic masters-spiritual mediators competent to speak of and convey the substance of eternal light-need to endure. Readers will become aware that the author is the Western representative and voice of the perennial source from which all true insights into spiritual dimensions have been granted humanity since the dawn of time, long before the rise of religious creeds. The Kober Press publishes the only English translations of the books of Bô Yin Râ authorized by the Kober Verlag, Switzerland. The Kober Verlag publishes the books of Bô Yin Râ in the original German and has protected their integrity since the author's lifetime.

Nouman Ali Khan offers insights on how to reorient our lives for success in both this world and the next.

Falling in love is easy. Keeping the sizzle in your marriage? That's more like grilling the perfect steak--it takes time, attention, and some secret spices. Mastering your wife's heart doesn't have to be complicated, but it will take a little effort. Good intentions alone will not get the job done. Gary Chapman gears this edition of his #1 New York Times bestseller (over 10 million copies sold) to your needs, challenges, and interests as a husband. What really fills your wife's love tank? (It may not be what you think.) How can you let her know what you're thinking and feeling? What can you do to make sex more meaningful and pleasurable for you both? This book offers a straightforward approach that will equip you for relational success. Don't wait--learn the secret to love that lasts, and apply it today.

Attitude is everything.Attitude is what makes the difference between those who succeed and those who fail. It's easy to see--in other people. But it's not always easy to recognize when our own attitude needs adjustment or to know how to change it.In You Are What You Think, Dr. David Stoop shows you how to use self-talk to make positive changes in your attitude and belief in order to- choose healthy, positive thoughts- respond rather than react to circumstances- overcome guilt, anger, anxiety, and stress- release the power of faith- and moreSelf-talk is a powerful tool that can help you gain control of the way you feel and act, making your emotions work for you rather than against you. This practical book shows you how.

Unique anthology celebrating British women writers from a Muslim heritage. Writers include literary heavyweights such as Adhaf Soueif, Leila Aboulela and Kamila Shamsie, as well as young emerging artists leading the way on the UK's spoken word scene. Extensive PR campaign planned for publication.

In the Middle Ages, it was thought that praying at the right shrine could save you from just about anything, from madness and famine to false imprisonment and even shipwreck. Kingdoms, cities, and even individual trades had patron saints that would protect them from misfortune and bring them wealth and prosperity, and their feast days were celebrated with public holidays and pageants. With saints believed to have the ear of God, veneration of figures such as St Thomas Becket, St Cuthbert, and St Margaret brought tens of thousands of pilgrims from all walks of life to sites across the country. Saints, Shrines and Pilgrims takes the reader across Britain, providing a map of the most important religious shrines that pilgrims would travel vast distances to reach, as well as descriptions and images of the shrines themselves. Featuring over 100 stunning photographs and a gazetteer of places to visit, it explains the history of pilgrimage in Britain and the importance that it played in medieval life, and describes the impact of the unbridled assault made on pilgrimage by the Reformation.

Clear-eyed and foundational, Roger Olson's The Essentials of Christian Thought outlines the most basic, necessary principles of a Christian outlook on the world---principles without which no thinking can properly be viewed as Christian.

Charting his rise to power, his struggle to unify the warring factions of his faith, and his battles to retake Jerusalem and expel Christian influence from Arab lands, Saladin explores the life and the enduring legacy of this champion of Islam, and examines his significance for the world today.