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THE NEW COVENANT
₨ 1,426From an award-winning poet and scholar of Greek and Biblical Studies: the New Testament’s four gospels and Revelation, newly translated from the Greek and informed by Semitic sources. “Willis Barnstone has a problem: he’s too good. Everything he writes, from his invaluable The Other Bible, a compendium of holy texts no writer should be without, through his brilliant translations and beautiful poems, is a breathtaking achievement.” -Carolyn Kizer, Pulitzer Prize-winning poet. This new literary translation of the gospels of Mark, Matthew, Luke, and John, and the Apocalypse (Revelation) returns the bedrock of Christianity to its origins as an outgrowth of Judaism. In place of the Greek names we are accustomed to, he restores probable Hebrew or Aramaic names to New Testament figures, and as in the Hebrew Bible, he lineates poetry as poetry. In translating Apocalypse in blank verse, he reveals it as the great epic poem of the New Testament. Barnstone uses all his talents as a poet, translator, and scholar to reshape our understanding of these seminal books of the Bible and of our own long-held assumptions about our historical and religious heritage. In a hundred-page introduction that is itself a fully developed work of scholarship, Barnstone places the Christian Bible in new perspective, transporting us back to the pre-Hellenic world and the Jewish tradition from which the New Covenant emerged.
ISBN: 1573221821
Publisher: RIVERHEAD BOOKS₨ 5,083 -
THE COMPLETE BOOK OF ZEN
₨ 2,162In The Complete Book of Zen, Wong Kiew Kit traces the history and meanings of Zen, following its geographical path from early beginnings in India to China, and then to Japan. He shows how Zen lies at the heart of all great works of art and culture, and then relates its practice to daily life, setting out how Zen training and meditation may: • Enhance internal strength, concentration, intuitive abilities, and emotional balance • Allow inspiring glimpses of a deeper reality • Help reduce states of chronic and degenerative disease.
The exercises offer not only a spiritual appreciation of the practice, but a physical experience of Zen as well. Irrespective of your religious or personal beliefs, this book will encourage you to explore your spiritual potential, and bring simplicity, focus, and vitality into your life.
ISBN: 0804834415
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NEW FAITHS, OLD FEARS
₨ 6,612As a result of immigration from Asia in the wake of the passage of the 1965 Hart-Celler Immigration Act, the fastest-growing religions in America-faster than all Christian groups combined-are Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism. In this remarkable book, a leading scholar of religion asks how these new faiths have changed or have been changed by the pluralist face of American civil society. How have these new religious minorities been affected by the deep-rooted American ambivalence toward foreign traditions? Bruce Lawrence casts a comparativist eye on the American religious scene and explores the ways in which various groups of Asian immigrants have, and sometimes have not, been integrated into the American polity. In the process, he offers several important correctives. Too often, Lawrence argues, profiles of Asian American experience focus exclusively on immigrants from East Asia, to the exclusion of South Asian and West Asian voices.New Faiths, Old Fears seeks to make all Asians equally important and to break free of traditional geographic markers, most reflecting nineteenth-century imperial values, that artificially divide the people of the “Middle East” from the rest of Asia, with whom they share certain religious and cultural ties.
Iranian Americans, in particular, emerge as a vital bridge group whose experience tells us much about how Asians of many different backgrounds have found their way in their new nation. Beyond simply expanding and refining our conception of who Asian Americans are, Lawrence draws instructive comparisons between Asian Americans’ experience and those of Native, African, and Hispanic Americans, exposing undercurrents of racial and class antagonisms. He concludes that we cannot fully comprehend the contours and valences of culture and religion in America without understanding how this racialized class prejudice shapes the views of the dominant class toward immigrants and other marginal groups.
ISBN: 0231115202
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UNDERSTANDING ISLAM
₨ 795This concise and accessible introduction describes and explains the development of Islam, its key principles, sacred texts, rituals and practices, and the rich expressions of holiness that the faith encompasses.
ISBN: 1903296749
Publisher: DUNCAN BAIRD PUBLISHERS₨ 3,083 -
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THE WISDOM OF ZEN
₨ 594An illustrated anthology offering words of wisdom from the Zen tradition, arranged in thematic categories such as “Meditation” and “Living a Zen a life”. The aim of Zen Buddhism is to attain total harmony with the world within and without, to see things as they really are, in all their living wonder. Full of compassion, clarity and a deep love of life, this ancient Eastern tradition continues to inspire and encourage world-wide followers through its philosophy of acceptance and loving kindness. With its emphasis on living life, rather than simply talking about it, Zen is full of practical wisdom, a distillation of which is found within these pages. Offering insight in to everything from meditation and the art of haiku, to the removal of worldly concerns and living a Zen life, this collection draws on a multitude of great thinkers and their teachings, old and new alike.
ISBN: 1851682813
Publisher: ONE WORLD OXFORD₨ 4,057 -
THE WISDOM OF SUFISM
₨ 594This new anthology draws on the rich literary and artistic heritage of the Sufi tradition, including the poetry of Rumi, to produce a volume full of insight into spiritual identity, love, and the path to self-fulfillment. Covering topics from enlightenment to relationships, this exquisitely illustrated book is a gift to cherish and inspire for years to come.
ISBN: 1851682600
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THE WISDOM OF THE CONFUCIANS
₨ 594This little anthology offers inspiring words of wisdom from the ancient Eastern tradition that brought us Feng Shui. With advice on everything from love and family life to the importance of education and the role of virtue, this illustrated treasury is full of guidance and insight, and will be cherished by all those who seek a calmer and more measured way of life.
ISBN: 1851682597
Publisher: ONE WORLD OXFORD₨ 3,083 -
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THE GOD MAN WORLD TRIANGLE
₨ 7,092Why is there a world? Does it reflect the presence of God in any way? Did the world spontaneously come into existence or is there a creator? How will it end? Does God Exist? Do religions give a coherent view of His existence and nature? Can we enter into relation with Him? Robert Crawford tries to answer these and other questions by arguing that religion and science complement one another and, while they use different sources and methods, insights can be gleaned from both concerning our nature, the world, and God. Major attention is given to Christianity because modern science arose in that context but the discussion includes the teachings of five other religions in the hope that we can also learn from them.
ISBN: 0333804007
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GOD’S BIG HANDBOOK FOR THE SOUL
₨ 3,083The soul represents our innermost being, the essence of the individual, but how many of us really understand our true selves? And what can we do to nurture our soul amidst the stresses and strains of daily life? This exquisite anthology draws on the wisdom of poets, philosophers, novelists and spiritual leaders through the ages to produce an inspirational manual for spiritual health. From unveiling the divine within ourselves, to cultivating spiritual virtues and achieving the soul’s true potential, this uplifting book will provide the necessary nourishment for fortifying the soul against life’s challenges, while offering a profound insight into the realm of the immortal.
ISBN: 1851681876
Publisher: ONE WORLD OXFORD -
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THE WISDOM OF JUDAISM
₨ 594For nearly four thousand years the wisdom of Judaism has supported its people through exile and suffering, good times and bad. Founded on the universal principles of justice, integrity and righteousness, its message is as relevant today as ever, and has much to offer all members of the global community, regardless of race or creed. Contained within this beautiful little book are some of the most profound and pertinent extracts from Jewish writing. Addressing a multitude of timeless themes, from the nature of God to family life, the passages are drawn not only from the scriptures, but also from the work of great Jewish thinkers ancient and modern, male and female. For solace, for inspiration, or simply for browsing through at moments of quiet, this exquisite anthology will be treasured by readers as a source of perpetual wisdom.
ISBN: 1851682287
Publisher: ONE WORLD₨ 3,083 -
THE WISDOM OF HINDUISM
₨ 594The Hindu tradition is ancient and diverse, with scriptures dating back to a distant point in the mists of time. Its followers aspire toward the divine through reflection, inner peace, and a recognition of human frailty in the light of a greater truth.This exquisite little anthology distils the most profound moments of the wisdom of Hinduism into one single volume. Offering enlightenment on everything from dharma to discipline, friendship to folly, the collection draws upon the full spectrum of Hindu thought, from the fables of the Mahabharata to the words of Mahatma Gandhi.For those who seek comfort, help in adversity or simply inspiration, this wealth of spiritual enlightenment will be treasured as a timeless keepsake forever.
ISBN: 1851682279
Publisher: ONE WORLD OXFORD₨ 3,083 -
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THE ROUTLEDGE DICTIONARY OF RELIGIOUS & SPIRITUAL QUOTATIONS
₨ 2,773
ISBN: 0415233933
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