Explore the World
Explore the World is a compilation of the best of the four creation devotionals published over the last 20 years. It contains the most unique articles from each of the previous books, eliminates any duplication of topics, and has over eighty QR codes linking to short videos with nature footage that expand on the topics. There are over 500,000 copies of the original devotionals in print, and this is the book we will be distributed in public high schools around the world in the coming years.
The Manusmṛti, Vol. 1 (Chapters-1-6)
The Manusmṛti stands as the first constitution of humanity, wielding an influence that surpasses even that of the Bhagavad Gītā and the Bible. Friedrich Nietzsche famously declared, "Close the Bible and open the Manusmṛti," emphasizing its profound significance. He further asserted, "To prepare a book of law in the style of Manu means to empower a people to become masters one day, to achieve perfection, and to aspire to the highest art of life." This statement challenges us to prioritize the Manusmṛti above all other texts.This edition has been meticulously revised and updated to provide contemporary interpretations of ancient terms in English, ensuring its relevance to today's social, economic, and political contexts. I wholeheartedly believe that both readers and researchers will find this work an indispensable resource for understanding the timeless wisdom and foundational principles it offers.
Proliferation and Bifurcation of the Sufi Orders in Twentieth-Century Egypt
This study covers a period of some seventy-five years, from the abolition of right of qadam (priority) in 1905 until the adoption of the Law Concerning the Regulations for the Sufi Orders of 1976 by the Egyptian Parliament. During this period, regulations for the Sufi orders were contested and remained in limbo when amendments proposed by the shaykhs of the orders continued to be rejected by the mufti of Egypt. The abolition of right of qadam generated a proliferation of Sufi orders. A core realm of sufi orders recognized by the authorities was known as "official Sufi orders". A larger group of Sufi orders emerged which did not have official recognition and was referred to as "free Sufi orders". The history of the Sufi orders in both categories in the post-qadam era is at the centre of the present study.
Kabbalah
Kabbalah The Mystical Journey of the Soul to InfinityBy Nelson ColeThere is a hidden code that permeates all of existence-an ancient knowledge that reveals the invisible architecture of the universe and the deepest purpose of the human soul. "Kabbalah - The Spiritual Map of the Universe" is not just a book; it is a portal to this timeless mystery. Each page is an invitation to pierce the veils of illusion and access the hidden forces that shape reality.Renowned scholar Nelson Cole takes you on a fascinating journey through the fundamental principles of Kabbalah-from the Tree of Life and its ten Sefirot to the power of Divine Names, from the forces of angels and demons to the enigma of reincarnation, from the soul's journey to the spiritual correction of the world. This book unveils the secrets of the Zohar, Gematria, and the subtle influence of Hebrew letters, offering a practical guide for those seeking to integrate this wisdom into their daily lives.But this is no ordinary reading. Each concept, each teaching, echoes as a call to awaken. You will realize that nothing in your life is random-everything is governed by an energetic flow that can be understood, deciphered, and harnessed for spiritual transformation and personal ascension.As you embark on this path, you will see that the universe is not random chaos but a precise design filled with meaning and purpose. And most importantly, you will discover that you are a crucial piece in this grand cosmic blueprint.Kabbalah is not just an esoteric theory-it is a living map, a system of knowledge and practice that can reshape your perception of reality and deepen your connection with the Divine. The call has been made. Are you ready to cross the threshold and unveil the hidden secrets awaiting your understanding?
The Heart of Legacy
Are you tired of feeling like your life is just happening to you, instead of being shaped by you? Do you want to create a lasting impact but feel unsure where to start? If you've ever wondered how to live with clarity, confidence, and faith-even when life doesn't go as planned-this is for you. This book will help you make choices that matter. Whether you're facing loss, struggling with purpose, or simply trying to live with more intention, it will show you how to step forward with focus, faith, and fearlessness. You'll discover how to: Overcome obstacles that keep you stuck and uncertainTrust in your purpose, even when the path isn't clearTurn your struggles into a powerful legacy for your family, work, and faithYou'll hear real stories of triumph through tragedy, showing you what's possible when you choose to trust God and take one small step at a time. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, this will give you the clarity you need to move forward. If you've ever doubted yourself, it will remind you that your life matters and your choices can leave a lasting mark. Start building a legacy that inspires others and brings you peace. You don't need a perfect plan-just a willingness to take the next step. This book will help you: Find peace and direction when life feels uncertainDiscover the power of small choices to create a big impactLive a life of meaning that you-and your loved ones-will be proud ofThe world needs the best version of you. Let this book guide you there.
The Human and the Divine
This volume offers detailed insights into both familiar and overlooked aspects of how humans engage with sanctity and the divine in various cultures of Mesopotamia, the Mediterranean, and Beyond. Each chapter is dedicated to a specific theme--whether a region or phenomenon--from Prehistoric times to the Modern era, exposing readers to a whirlwind of impressions presented by individuals who have studied or been captivated by particular subjects. Framing the individual case studies are broader presentations by the editors, who highlight key issues with the aim of reviving a multidisciplinary dialogue and encouraging reader participation.
The American Religious Landscape
At its founding, the United States was an overwhelmingly Protestant country. However, over the last 250 years, it has become increasingly diverse with tens of millions of Catholics, millions of Latter-day Saints, Muslims, Hindus, and Jews, alongside a rapidly increasing share of Americans who claim no religious affiliation at all. The American Religious Landscape uses an in-depth statistical analysis of large datasets to answer foundational questions about this diversity, such as: How many Hindus are there in the US? Which state has the highest concentration of Muslims? Are atheists more highly educated than the general population? How many Roman Catholics attend Mass weekly? It focuses on the overall size, geographic distribution, and demographic composition of twelve different religious groups in short and accessible chapters that, taken together, serve as a basic introduction to the state of religion in America. Through dozens of charts, graphs, and maps--designed for readability and clarity--readers will be left with a solid understanding of the contours of contemporary American religion and what it could look like in the future.
The Practicing Witch Diary 2026 - Northern Hemisphere
Unlock the Power of Witchcraft and Craft a Magickal Year Ahead.The Practicing Witch Diary is an invaluable resource for those seeking guidance on their spiritual journey. With its help, you will effortlessly channel your energy towards achieving inner peace, happiness, success, and spiritual fulfillment.Whether you are an experienced witch or just beginning, this diary is designed to help you connect with your inner magick and manifest your desires through the power of intention.Witchcraft Practice - From creating monthly altars to manifesting spells, casting circles, practicing rituals, and recording your magickal journey, this diary is your key to transforming your life and elevating your witchcraft practice.Master Magick - Each month, you'll find workbook tasks to help you master magick. Learn about correspondences, moon phases, and astrological information to truly become a master of your craft.Inner Witch - A comprehensive guide to healing, recharging, and rejuvenating your energy through techniques such as grounding, balancing, and meditation. Stay on track with your practice and maintain a centered and aligned state of mind with this diary.Universal Energy - The 2026 lunar calendar in the witch diary features Universal Energy and all moon phases. Along with astrological insights and your birth chart, gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your personality traits. Align your actions and decisions with the energy of the moon and stars.Eco Witch - Celebrate the changing seasons and the elemental energies that sustain us all. Practice eco-consciousness and recognize the power and beauty of plant life. Channel the energy of nature to deepen your connection to the natural world and honor its remarkable gifts.The Witch Diary is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of witchcraft. Written by a fellow witch, this book is a must-have for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge and practice. Embrace your inner witch with confidence and power.Blessed be, witches!Bec BlackWitchcraft Spells Magickwitchcraftspellsmagick.comWITCHCRAFT ACADEMYTeaching Witches their Craft
Textual Evolution and Growth of the Enochic Theophany in the Book of the Watchers 1:1-9
The Enochic Theophany in the Book of the Watchers 1:1-9 evolved and grew as it was translated into, and transmitted in, new and changing socio-linguistic and socio-religious contexts. This study explores how the Enochic theophany evolved in its Aramaic, Greek, Ethiopic and Latin versions, and focuses on the hermeneutical and text-critical implications of these features of textual evolution and growth. These features reveal how the text was read, interpreted, and re-signified as it was translated and transmitted. This study proposes a holistic methodology for exploring textual evolution and growth in fragmentary texts and in fragmentary textual traditions, and for understanding the Enochic theophany as a participant in an ongoing Theophanic and Enochic-Noahic discourse.
Paganism for Prisoners
A revolutionary approach to making magic accessible for everyone.Paganism for Prisoners is a year-and-day-style course for Pagans who are incarcerated or in other situations that prevent them from having full access to tools and resources. Designed to have one chapter per month discussed in a group or one-on-one setting, this book provides thirteen magical lessons that can introduce readers to Paganism while allowing them to apply these lessons to other areas of their life. Awyn Dawn's revolutionary volume serves as a vital companion for those on a resource-scarce journey through Paganism.This 2025 edition has been revised and expanded to contain some additional topics, such as death doulas, an updated list of what is available to the Pagan prison population, and new exercises to expand practical and working knowledge. Paganism for Prisoners is a critical addition to the field, ensuring equal access to magic for all.
Grace of the Ghosts
A profound new volume that reckons with the history of an American Catholic Church embedded in and drawing benefits from White supremacy For the Church to become a truly anti-racist institution, we must first understand how today's racial challenges are embedded in the theo-logic of American Christianity and the cultural production of our Christian educational institutions. As colleges and universities reckon with their involvement in slavery, Grace of the Ghosts asks Christian-affiliated institutions (of congregation, school, and media) to expand this reckoning with attention to the many ways they have been embedded in and drew benefits from American systems of White supremacy. Too often, White Christian histories render White Christians as the "good guys" in order to make a brutal history plausible and thus erase countless injustices committed against Indigenous, Black, Latinx, and Asian peoples. Author Jeannine Hill Fletcher writes instead a US Catholic history that sheds light on the crimes committed against these ancestors by members of their own faith community. Grace of the Ghosts focuses on specific case studies of Catholic educational and ecclesial institutions, journeying through numerous microhistories to provide an accessible program to work toward the flourishing of a multiracial and multicultural Church. Hill Fletcher digs deeply into the details of Jesuit slaveholding at Georgetown, the expansion of Church networks on the frontiers to the West and South and emer-gent cities to the North, and the extension of the work of religious women from the East Coast to the Midwest. The volume considers the implications of Catholic involvement in Indian Boarding Schools and envisions alternative possibilities in the Catholic activism of the United Farmworkers. Each micro-history elevates the theological insights that emerge from those who withstood the assaults of White Christian supremacy. Hill Fletcher then orients the reader forward by envisioning possibilities of repair. Recognizing that this will require extensive and ongoing work, the book closes with the consideration of spiritual capital (including a reclamation of Ignatius's Spiritual Exercises) that might sustain us as we write the next chapter in the nation's long struggle against White supremacy. Much work must be done for reparation, reconciliation, and repair to unfold fully. Grace of the Ghosts provides a bridge to institutional accountability for past failings and a path toward becoming transformative institutions for the future.
The Hindu Religious Tradition
The Hindu Religious Tradition by Thomas J. Hopkins, originally published in 1971, provided a comprehensive survey of Hindu development from the Indus civilization to the present.This volume is an invaluable resource for students in need of an introduction to the history and practice of Hinduism.
Kurma Purana
To save the world from cosmic annihilation, Lord Vishnu takes on his second avatar, that of the Kurma, or the tortoise. The Kurma Purana is one of the eighteen classic Hindu texts known collectively as the Puranas. The origins of the Kurma Purana can be traced back to 600 to 900 CE, and we encounter Indradyumna, Varaha, Devi, Vyasa, and the divine presence of Shiva in this text as we delve into the deep and nuanced tale of one of the greatest Hindu legends.The seventh book in the Purana series, this translation of the Kurma Purana by Bibek Debroy is an attempt to bring to readers, the rich and layered history of our myths and classics. Previous books in the series include the Bhagavata Purana, Brahma Purana, Markandeya Purana, Brahmanda Purana, Vishnu Purana and the Shiva Purana.
Martinez de Pasqually and the Office of the Holy Spirit
A beautiful and complete reproduction of the medieval rite of the Divine Office of the Holy Spirit, together with the eighteenth-century Book of Hours.The introduction explains how this rare liturgy inspired the enigmatic Christian mystic and theurgist, Martinez de Pasqually (c.1722-1774) to use it in his own contemplative practice.Reproduces the entire medieval Divine Office and the Hours of the Holy Spirit.Includes each page of the manuscript.Includes the eighteenth-century Book of Hours. The Latin and French texts are transliterated.An English translation of both manuscripts.Simple practices of prayer meditation and stillness in spiritual practices.For those interested in liturgy, the work of the Holy Spirit and prayer. Authors Guild Human Authored Certification No. 2801104"Beautifully produced and thoughtfully laid out and illustrated, this book should be of great interest both to liturgical historians and those who are interested in the Order of ?lus Co禱ns, but till now have found the office of the Holy Spirit an elusive document." Piers Vaughan, Primate of the Apostolic Church of the Golden & Rosy Cross"M.R. Osborne is an exceptional writer on the topic of Pasqually, reintegration and other Martinist topics. This latest gem is an outstanding addition to my library." Amazon 5-Star review
Sensing Islam
How have practices and imaginaries of sensing been religiously engaged and contested by Muslims? How do contemporary Muslim practices and debates concerning religious sensing relate to historical precedents?Analysing examples dealing with contemporary Sufism and Muslim religious oratory, this book explores how the senses have been engaged and contested in Muslim religiosity. Combining the research fields of Islamic Studies, anthropology of Islam, material religion and sensory studies, this book covers a range of materials, including writings by Muslim religious authorities, ethnographic material, audio recordings and videos.Focusing on Western contexts, this book provides an innovative approach by foregrounding the piety practices of Western Muslims. Synthesising existing research with his own original analyses, Simon Stjernholm provides a fresh perspective on Islamic tradition, religiosity and sensing.
Trusting God In Troubling Times
Are you ready to increase your trust level? Do you want to walk in the peace and confidence that God has planned for you? Do you need a daily guide and reading plan to get you to a new place of trusting Him? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this devotional is for you! "Trusting God In Troubling Times" will take you on a journey to realize the blessings that God has ordained for you to walk in right now! Each day presents a Scripture reference and personal message, a focused prayer, a plan of action, and reflections for each reading. "Trusting God In Troubling Times" will help you reach a new level of divine trust in a trustworthy God! You will learn new ways to stay motivated and inspired. You will walk in a newness of joy, peace, contentment, abundance, and prosperity as you complete each daily guide and reading plan in this devotional. Get ready to be blessed beyond what you can think or imagine, as you begin to possess a new level of trust that will go beyond your understanding and straight into your heart each day as you ruminate!
Living with the Qur'an
In Living with the Qur'an, Sunday Times bestselling author Aliyah Umm Raiyaan invites you to embark upon a beautiful and interactive year-long journey with the Perfect Words of Allah. Through each of its chapters--one for every week of the year--you will discover a four-step process to: Contemplate the meanings of verses of the Qur'an through tafseer, personal stories, and spiritual reflectionsAnswer and journal a powerful question to create a shift in your soulTake three simple actions throughout the week to tangibly apply the versesFall in love with The Author, Allah 'azza wa jalPractical, personal and deeply intimate, Living with the Qur'an is for anyone wanting to cultivate a life-long close relationship with the Book of Allah. Through contemplation and personal application, experience the Qur'an as a personal guide specifically for you. May it be your constant companion throughout the journey of your life.
Torah for Mental Health
The world breaks everyone, and afterward many are strong at the broken places, observed Ernest Hemingway in his youth.By fixing and integrating ourselves, taught Rabbi Isaac Luria in the 16th century, we also contribute to the grand cosmic endeavor of universal healing and repair. This book offers sustained reflections about what the Torah has to say about seminal emotive states such as anxiety, fear, depression, empathy, resilience, post traumatic growth, anger and self-compassion, to name but a few. The book also explores how to attain spiritual and psychological virtues such as forgiveness, letting go of resentments, as well as the cultivation of humility, integrity, emotional intelligence and active listening.If you are interested in dialogues between Torah wisdom and various contemporary and classical psychological modalities, then this book will meet your needs.If you are thirsting for a Torah which goes beyond legalistic minutiae, a Torah which is suffused in core life issues and challenges, then this book is for you.WORDS of PRAISEThis book is a true gift, a guide for a better and happier life.--Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar, world-renowned positive psychologist and founder of the Happiness Studies Academy.Rabbi Sessler is a brilliant scholar. I highly recommend this book.--Rabbi Dr. Mel Gottleib, President of the Academy for Jewish Religion and Jungian psychologist.Rabbi Dr. Tal Sessler is an author and spiritual counselor. His previous books include Levinas and Camus: Humanism for the 21st Century, and Leibowitz and Levinas: Between Judaism and Universalism.
