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Who Counts? is a creative retelling of three popular parables: the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the prodigal son. As young readers count to help the characters find what's missing, Who Counts? teaches that every one of us counts in God's eyes and that everyone should feel counted.
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Updated with eleven new stories and meditations, this Gold Medallion–winning classic interweaves vivid stories, deep meditations, and provocative allegories that together explore the power and meaning of love within an often inhumane urban landscape. The opening chapter, "Ragman," remains one of Walter Wangerin Jr.'s most beloved works and leads the reader to thirty–three other writings, all bearing the author's trademark poignancy and lyricism....
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Devotional giving help and encouragement for Christian moms.
Motherhood is one of life's most joyful yet most difficult gifts. We are eager to get it "right," yet parenting usually highlights our weaknesses and leaves us worried about our mistakes.
These hope-filled, positive devotions recognize the realities and pressures, joys and disappointments of motherhood and will give you a precious reminder of grace from God's word to hold onto each...
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Lord Shani Dev has been known for his unequaled significance in Hindu Mythology and Astrology. Lord Shani Dev is called the God of Justice, and for those who need justice, it is very fruitful to go under the protection of Shani Dev. Through this book, I would like to share my knowledge and research done so far about the secrets of Shani Dev, which we all need to know. And by understanding those secrets, we can appreciate Shani dev better. Through...
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The classic guide to the cultural and spiritual treasures of Judaism is now updated for the first time in fifteen years to reflect changes in the modern Jewish community.
Living a Jewish Life describes Judaism as not just a contemplative or abstract system of thought but as a blueprint for living fully and honorably. This new edition builds on the classic guide, which has been a favorite among Jewish educators and students for years. Enriched with...
7) Hanuman
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"Sripad Jagannatha Dasa guides us into the sacred heart space of this life-changing hymn as only a dedicated lifelong Ram bhakta may. A self-realized yogi - a wonderful trip!." The Yoga Journal
"I bow to the Hanuman who is swifter than the mind and wind. The sacred one who has controlled his senses, the one who is the epitome of learning and wisdom. Salutations to the son of the God of Air and chief of the Vanaras, I pray always to Lord Hanuman."
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Summary of Tara Westover's Educated is a memoir about how an uneducated young woman raised in the remote mountains of Idaho came to earn a doctorate from Cambridge University. Raised outside of society, in a violent household run by Mormon fundamentalists, Tara never saw herself as a person with choices or prospects...
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Summary of The Dalai Lama with Sofia Stril-Rever's My Spiritual Journey chronicles the Dalai Lama's experiences as the exiled spiritual leader of Tibet, particularly in the last several decades of Chinese occupation. Interwoven throughout the text are Buddhist principles to which the Dalai Lama has devoted his life, as a monk and human being...
10) Brama Samhita
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Lord Brahma saw Krsna directly and composed a prayer based on his realizations – a striking prayer by one who has seen the truth.
Krsna revealed himself to Brama, along with his spiritual planets. Overwhelmed by this transcendental revelation, Brama spoke these words glorifying Krsna. Brama's awe and love permeate the text and reveal the workings of the cosmic creation.
The Brama Samhita teaches that transcendence, truth, and ultimate reality...
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Summary of Jen Hatmaker's For the Love is a self-help book about women's pursuit of perfection.
In the modern world, most women have the opportunity to do and be whatever they set their minds to. If a woman wants to be a chief executive officer (CEO), she can be a CEO. If a woman wants to be a stay-at-home mom, she can be a stay-at-home mom. However, this land of opportunity has also given rise to the idea that women can have it all, be it all, and...
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"Appropriately epic and consistently erudite, yet accessible for lay readers."―Kirkus (Starred review)
Based on extensive scholarship, an innovative biography of the central text of Islam
Over a billion copies of the Qur`an exist – yet it remains an enigma. Its classical Arabic language resists simple translation, and its non-linear style of abstract musings defies categorization. Moreover, those who champion its sanctity and compete to claim...
13) The Pregnant Goddess: Your Guide to Traditions, Rituals, and Blessings for a Sacred Pagan Pregnancy
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Embrace the divine feminine power of the Mother Goddess and learn how to spiritually prepare for pregnancy with this guide to Pagan rituals, meditations, and traditions for every milestone over the next nine months!
As you make the transition from maiden to mother, you fully embody the Mother Goddess. Embark on this sacred journey with this complete guide including special mediations, affirmations, and rituals designed to help you attune to the divine...
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Lord shiva is adi and he is only the anthya. He is the sole reason for the happenings in both the movable and immovable worlds. Therefore, it is said that not even a spring of grass will move without his permission. He is the one who has given life to all the creatures. He is also the one who takes away the lives of all the creatures. Sadhus sages and aghoraas practice severe penance without minding day and night on Lord Shiva.He blesses his devotees...
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Sumérjase en el maravilloso mundo del vudú con esta guía para principiantes.
¿Siempre se ha preguntado cómo es la vida de un vuduista?
¿Se siente atraído por la práctica del vudú, pero no sabe por dónde empezar?
¿Desearía poder controlar mejor su vida, o al menos saber que siempre le cuidan?
¿Tiene la sensación de que las luchas de su vida pueden tener soluciones enraizadas en la práctica espiritual?
Si es así, ¡este libro es para...
16) "El Corán"
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El Corán , es el libro sagrado del islam, en el que representa la palabra de Dios (en árabe Allāh), revelada a Mahoma (Muhammad), quien se considera que recibió estas revelaciones por medio del arcángel Gabriel.
Durante la vida del profeta Mahoma, las revelaciones eran transmitidas oralmente o escritas en hojas de palmeras, trozos de cuero o huesos, etc2. A la muerte del profeta, en 632, sus seguidores comenzaron a reunir estas revelaciones,...
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Der allumfassende Kern des Ganzen
Abend für Abend für Abend erzählt ein Vater seiner Tochter von der Religion - nicht nur von der eigenen, dem Islam, sondern von den Religionen überhaupt, von Gott und dem Nichts, von Liebe und Tod. Und ist bald bei den großen Fragen, die sich alle Kinder stellen und viele vergessen, wenn sie erwachsen geworden sind.
Eine Verzauberung ist dieses Hörbuch, ein poetisches Meisterstück, unglaublich persönlich,...
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Immediate, illuminating, and hopeful: this is the key set of talks given by leading Zen Buddhist teacher Larry Ward, PhD, on breaking America's cycle of racial trauma.
As an 11-year-old child, Zen Buddhist teacher Larry Ward was shot at by the police for playing baseball in the wrong spot. As an adult, he experienced the trauma of having his home firebombed by racists. At Plum Village Monastery in France-the home in exile of his teacher, Vietnamese...
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This book is for those who have a serious interest in meditation. The Original Frontier is a thorough, yet uncomplicated guide for Zen practice: a unique resource for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike, as one of its reader's testimonials puts it. A unique approach to introducing Zen for both new practitioners, and for guiding maturing students in Zen. This is a book that simplifies the fundamentals of Soto Zen practice for new neophytes,...
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"I offer my respects to the great Lord Nrisimhadeva. You have nails and teeth like lightning bolts and are garlanded by a mane of flames. Chopping, cutting, tearing, and killing, please protect us, your devotees."
Lord Nrisimhadeva is an avatar of Lord Vishnu. His wonderful form is that of a half-man and half-lion. His wide open mouth displays a set of wonderful pearl-like teeth, with a growl to chase away the miscreants and any fears perturbing...
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