Religion

Sigtet med Rygter om Gud er at tegne billeder af kristendommens Gud som værende både grænseløst imødekommende og en tydelig myndighed. Biskop Jan Lindhardt brugte det billede om danskerne, at de var som skrabelodder: Når man kradsede lidt i overfladen, kom der noget kristendom frem. Men hvilket billede af Gud gemmer der sig? Nutidig tale om Gud kritiseres ofte for at have gjort Gud så kærlig, at han virker harmløs. En forestilling om en vattet Gud er ganske rigtigt ikke til gavn, når vi konfronteres med døden og de kræfter, der trækker os mod tilværelsens afgrunde. På den anden side fortæller hospitalspræster samstemmende, at ved kritisk sygdom får patienten påfaldende tit den tanke, at den truende sygdom kan være Guds hævn for begåede fejltrin. Altså en forestilling om en hård Gud – til alt andet end hjælp. Et kapitel i denne bog gengiver en psykologisk analyse af gudsbilledernes menneskelige baggrund, mens hovedparten af bogen belyser forestillingerne om Gud ud fra bibelsk materiale og teologers udsagn fra oldkirken frem til nutiden. Også digtning og kirkekunst indgår i skildringen af, hvordan forestillinger om Gud kan bruges og misbruges. Sigtet er at tegne billeder af kristendommens Gud som grænseløst imødekommende og samtidig med en tydelig myndighed, udtrykt i billeder af Gud som far, faderlig dommer og hyrde – med den indsigt og de færdigheder, der kræves for at være sand far, sand dommer og sand hyrde. Pressen skriver: Det er absolut en anbefalelsesværdig bog. - Tidsskriftet Religion

Tibetansk buddhisme har en udbredelse, som rækker langt udoverTibets egne grænser. I flere årtier er vesterlændinge og andre udlændingedraget mod Indien og Nepal for at studerere buddhisme, og tibetanske lamaerrejser rundt i hele verden for at holde foredrag og undervise.Baggrunden for denne udvikling er delvis en politisk konfliktmellem Tibet og Kina. Den helt særlige udgave af buddhisme, som er blevetudviklet i Tibet gennem næsten 1.500 år, har en global tiltrækningskraft.Tibetansk buddhisme omhandlerbuddhisme, som den er blevet udviklet og dyrket i Tibet. Den indeholder myterom Buddha, fremstillinger af centrale forestillinger og begreber, beskrivelseraf ritualer, digte om religiøse overvejelser og forudsigelser om Dalai Lamasnæste inkarnation. Teksterne afspejler bredden af tibetansk buddhisme, fra sangeom munkenes brug af øl til filosofiske overvejelser over alle modsætningersopløsning i tomhed.Bogen henvender sig primært til religionsundervisningen igymnasiale uddannelser og ved højere uddannelser, men kan også læses af denalment interesserede, der vil i dybden med emnet. Bogen er skrevet af enekspert indenfor området i et formidlingsvenligt sprog.

Stadig flere mennesker verden over oplever, at en praksis med centrerende bøn beriger deres åndelige liv. I denne bønsform finder de en metode til at forstå betydningen af Jesu lære og til at komme ind i en dybere relation til Gud.I Giv slip føjer David Frenette nye dimensioner til centrerende bøn, der blev udviklet i 1970’erne med fader Thomas Keating som en central skikkelse. Bogen er skrevet for at give erfarne udøvere en række redskaber til at nå mere i dybden med bønnen og ind i kontemplation, men den kan også anvendes af begyndere, der ønsker at etablere en praksis med centrerende bøn.Et af bogens hovedbudskaber er, hvor vigtigt det er for os at kunne give slip – at lade alting være, at holde op med at anstrenge os og blot være i nuet, hvor vores egne handlinger viger for Guds nærvær og virke i hele vores liv.Frenette lægger vægt på, at der skabes forbindelse mellem bønnen og hverdagslivet. Det handler om at integrere bønnen med dagligdagens aktiviteter, og at relationen og enheden med Gud ikke blot giver os et ståsted midt i en hektisk hverdag, men også en erfaring af enhed med vores medmennesker og alt andet i livet.

Troende eller ateist? Fronterne står stejlt over for hinanden, men er det nødvendigt? Nej, siger forfatteren til Tro og tvivl. Der er nemlig meget, der forener troende og ikke-troende, kristne og ateister. Bogen ser på nogle af de ting, der netop kan forene, og på den fælles verden, kristne og ateister kan tage udgangspunkt i. Tro og tvivl indeholder desuden tre længere interviews:Med en troende: sognepræst, ph.d. og forfatter Pia SøltoftMed en frafalden i troen: filosof og forfatter Peter TudvadMed en erklæret ateist: forfatteren Karl Ove Knausgård.

';A story that, for too long, has been crying out to be told' Henry Lincoln, author ofHoly Blood, Holy Grail';The heights that the climb may lead you to are in proportion to the depths to which you are willing to delve' Mary Magdalene is arguably one of Jesus' best-known disciples and yet we know very little about her. From the writing of the New Testament to the filming ofThe Da Vinci Code, her image has been repeatedly conscripted, contorted and contradicted. Mary is considered by many as an outcast, underserving of Jesus's love. In this follow up book toThe Seer,we join Lars Muhl as he seeks to find out more about the intimate relationship between Jesus (Yeshua) and Mary Magdalene. This is the story of a forgotten feminine power recounted in parallel to the author's journey.The Magdaleneis the second book in the Grail Trilogy, otherwise known asThe O Manuscript

The 'NKJV, Gift and Award Bible, Leather-Look, Black, Red Letter, Comfort Print' is an exceptional piece of literature crafted by the renowned author, Thomas Nelson. This book, published in the year 2018, is a perfect blend of profound wisdom and captivating storytelling. Its genre is unique and it is bound to keep the readers engaged from the very beginning. The book offers a leather-like appearance and a comfortable print, making it an ideal gift for bibliophiles. The red lettering adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to the book. Published by Thomas Nelson Publishers, this book is a testament to their commitment to delivering high-quality literature to readers worldwide. The book is available in English, catering to a wide audience. A perfect addition to any book collection, this book is sure to leave a lasting impression.

A new Pew Bible using the ESV translation, in British English, with a large typeface and lightweight design, with black cover

The Book of Forgiving, written together by the Nobel Peace Laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and his daughter Revd Mpho Tutu, offers a deeply personal testament and guide to the process of forgiveness.

This newly revised edition of the Amplified Bible is better than ever to study and understand, and is also offered in a convenient Thinline size with 12-point large-print font---a Bible that is perfect for your customers who desire maximum readability and maximum comprehension in softcover format.

How do you cope when facing life-threatening illness, family conflict, faltering relationships, old trauma, obsessive thinking, overwhelming emotion or inevitable loss? This book offers a practical guide to finding our inner sanctuary of peace and wisdom in the midst of difficulty.

For many years an atheist, C. S. Lewis vividly describes the spiritual quest that convinced him of the truth and reality of Christianity, in his famous autobiography."e;In the Trinity Term of 1929 I gave in, and admitted that God was God ... perhaps the most dejected and reluctant convert in all England."e; Thus Lewis describes memorably the crisis of his conversion.'Surprised by Joy' reveals both that crisis and its momentous conclusion that would determine the shape of Lewis's entire life.

C.S. Lewis's dazzling allegory about heaven and hell - and the chasm fixed between them - is one of his most brilliantly imaginative tales, as he takes issue with the ideas in William Blake's 'The Marriage of Heaven and Hell'.In a dream, the narrator boards a bus on a drizzly afternoon and embarks on an incredible voyage through Heaven and Hell. He meets a host of supernatural beings far removed from his expectations, from the disgruntled, ghostly inhabitants of Hell to the angels and souls who dwell on the plains of Heaven.This powerful, exquisitely written fantasy is one of C.S. Lewis's most enduring works of fiction and a profound meditation on good and evil.

C.S. Lewis's famous inspirational work on the nature of love.'The Four Loves' divides love into four categories: Affection, Friendship, Eros and Charity. The first three are loves which come naturally to the human race. Charity, however, the Gift-love of God, is divine in its source and expression, and without the sweetening grace of this supernatural love, the natural loves become distorted and even dangerous.

The National Geographic Treasury of Greek Mythology offers timeless stories of Greek myths. Brought to life with lyrical text by award-winning author Donna Jo Napoli and stunning artwork by award-winning illustrator Christina Balit, the tales of gods, goddesses, heroes and monsters will fascinate and engage children's imaginations.

Simone Weil, the French philosopher, political activist, and religious mystic, was little known when she died in 1943. The aphorisms in this book reflect the religious philosophy of Weil's last years. This book shows why critics have called Weil "a great soul who might have become a saint" and "the outsider as saint, in an age of alienation".

The One Year Bible, which helps you read the entire Bible in one year in as little as 15 minutes a day, has a fresh, new look. The One Year Bible guides readers through God''s Word with daily readings from the Old Testament, New Testament, Psalms, and Proverbs.

Beautifully written, accessible and provocative, THE END OF FAITH is an impassioned plea for reason in a world divided by faith.

Presents one of the major Sanskrit epics of ancient India. This book offers a discussion of human goals (artha or purpose, kama or pleasure, dharma or duty, and moksha or liberation). It explains the relationship of the individual to society and the world (the nature of the 'Self') and the workings of karma.

A finalist for the 2001 Nautilus Award, Understanding Our Mind, is Thich Nhat Hanh's profound look at Buddhist psychology with insights into how these ancient teachings apply to the modern world. Based on the fifty verses on the nature of consciousness taken from the great fifth-century Buddhist master Vasubandhu and the teachings of the Avatamsaka Sutra, Thich Nhat Hanh focuses on the direct experience of recognizing, embracing, and looking deeply into the nature of our feelings and perceptions. Presenting the basic teachings of Buddhist applied psychology, Understanding Our Mind shows us how our mind is like a field, where every kind of seed is plantedseeds of suffering, anger, happiness, and peace. The quality of our life depends on the quality of the seeds in our mind. If we know how to water seeds of joy and transform seeds of suffering, then understanding, love, and compassion will flower. Vietnamese Zen Master Thuong Chieu said, "e;When we understand how our mind works, the practice becomes easy."e;

For nearly two generations, this bestselling translation of the Tao Te Ching has been the standard for those seeking access to the wisdom of Taoist thought. Now Jane English and her long-time editor, Toinette Lippe, have refreshed and revised the translation, so that it more faithfully reflects the Classical Chinese in which it was first written, while taking into account changes in our own language and eliminating any lingering infelicities. This beautiful oversized edition features over a hundred new photographs by Jane English that help express the vast spirit of the Tao. Also included is an introduction by the well-known writer and scholar of philosophy and comparative religion, Jacob Needleman. Lao Tsu's philosophy is simple: Accept what is in front of you without wanting the situation to be other than it is. Study the natural order of things and work with it rather than against it, for to try to change what is only sets up resistance. Nature provides everything without requiring payment or thanks. It does so without discrimination. So let us present the same face to everyone and treat them all as equals, however they may behave. If we watch carefully, we will see that work proceeds more quickly and easily if we stop "trying," if we stop putting in so much extra effort, if we stop looking for results. In the clarity of a still and open mind, truth will be reflected. Te-which may be translated as "virtue" or "strength"-lies always in Tao meaning "the way" or "natural law." In other words: Simply be.

Building on the achievements of Goethe in his Theory of Colour, Rudolf Steiner shows how colour affects us in many areas of life, including our health, our sense of well-being, and our feelings. Distinguishing between 'image' and 'lustre' colours, he lays the foundation, based on his spiritual-scientific research, for a practical technique of working with colour that leads to a new direction in artistic creativity. His many penetrating remarks on some of the great painters of the past are supplemented by a deep concern to see a cultural, spiritual renewal emerge in the present time. 'If you realize', he states, 'that art always has a relation to the spirit, you will understand that both in creating and appreciating it, art is something through which one enters the spiritual world.' This volume is the most comprehensive compilation of Rudolf Steiner's insights into the nature of colour, painting and artistic creation. It is an invaluable source of reference and study not only for artists and therapists but for anyone interested in gaining an appreciation of art as a revelation of spiritual realities.

This clear and informative guide draws on the words spoken by the Buddha to convey the true nature of Buddhist wisdom. It also features an illustrative section of texts from the Suttas and the Dhammapada, a glossary of Buddhist terms and an up-to-date bibliography.

This book reveals how to learn the techniques for reading signs and omens in nature so one can be opened to higher perceptions, even prophecy. Includes a dictionary of animal, bird, insect, and reptile symbolism.

Allen's practical philosophy of successful living has awakened millions to the discovery and perception of the truth that "they themselves are makers of themselves". Building on the Bible verse. "As a man thinketh, so he is", Allen insists that it is within the power of each person to form his own character and create his own happiness.

Covers "I Ching" - a book of oracles containing the whole of human experience.

A retelling of Greek myths is combined here with a comprehensive account of the world in which the myths developed - their themes, their relevance to Greek religion and society, and their relationship to the landscape.

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