Religion and beliefs Books

An in-depth guide to attaining the enlightenment of the Philosopher’s Stone • Explores the alchemical mechanics of the Philosophers’ Stone • Illustrates the sacred geometry behind the creation of the Philosophers’ Stone • Explains how the...

The Hermetic Tree of Life by William R. Mistele offers a comprehensive guide to unlocking your highest spiritual and magical potential through the Tree of Life. Drawing from hermetic teachings, Kabbalah, elemental magic, and the works of Franz Bardon,...

A practical guide to using flowers in magical practice • Provides detailed instruction on every stage of the harvesting, crafting, and practical use of flower magic potions, including a comprehensive herbarium of all the flowers that may be used •...

Attuned to the movements of nature, the Celts understood that all things are connected, and they "divined" answers to their queries as well as what the future holds from the animals, plants, the winds, and the seasons. Trees and animals had particular...

Finland has long been viewed as the land of sorcerers and shamans. Exploring the rich history of Finnish occultism, Perttu Häkkinen and Vesa Iitti examine the significant figures and groups of Finland’s occult world from the late 19th century to the...

A presentation of seven essential texts, central to the Hermetic Tradition, never before published together • Includes Theogony, The Homeric Hymn to Hermes, The Poem of Parmenides, The Poimandres, The Chaldean Oracles, Hymn to Isis, and On Divine...

A guide to ancient beliefs including instructions for magic and spellcasting • Describes the arcane rituals, ancient beliefs, and secret rites of the Welsh Marches, including those of the Sin Eaters, Eye Biters, and Spirit Hunters • Shares extracts...

Explores how the search for meaning in the post-Soviet era has given rise to a revival of ancient spiritual traditions and a plethora of new movements • Reveals the survival of ancient Slavic deities, pagan practices, and folk medicine tradition in...

An examination of the beliefs and history of the secretive Yezidi sect • Explains how the Yezidis worship Melek Ta’us, the Peacock Angel, an enigmatic figure often identified as “the devil” or Satan, yet who has been redeemed by God to rule a world of...

In this book, Rosemarie Anderson shares her discoveries of the Divine Feminine Tao alongside her original translation of the Tao Te Ching. Working from ancient silk and bamboo slip manuscripts, the oldest known copies of the Tao Te Ching, the author...

• Explores the schools of Solomonic magic around the world and works such as The Greater and Lesser Keys of Solomon the King and The Hygromancy of Solomon  • Examines Solomon’s magical possessions, including his famous ring that gave him command over...

A detailed guide to the breath-focused meditation practice of Kriya yoga for spiritual growth, inner stillness, and self-realization * Explains the basic techniques of the practice, detailing proper posture, breathwork exercises (pranayama), bandhas,...

A guide to the history and practices of the Druids and the Celtic faith * Reconstructs the Druidic faith from surviving remnants, parallels with other Indo-European traditions, and dedicated study of scholarly sources * Details magical rites and...

In order to practice the Four Agreements, before we can achieve the Mastery of Love, we must move Beyond Fear. Fear is the source of all the negative agreements we've made with life. It can alienate us from the joy that is our birthright. When we are...

The magic and mystery of the ancient craft revealed for a new, modern age It's completely understandable if you're in the dark about alchemy. It has been practiced around the world and linked to various religious rites, scientific experiments, and of...

Discover newfound freedom in life's ever-constant flow of endings and beginnings with the wise words of Pema Chodron, beloved Buddhist nun and bestselling author of When Things Fall Apart As much as we might try to resist, endings happen in every...

In her first new book of spiritual teachings in over seven years, Pema Ch dr n offers a combination of wisdom, heartfelt reflections, and the signature mix of humor and insight that have made her a beloved figure to turn to during times of change. In an...

A rich, poetic, and socially relevant version of the great spiritual and philosophical classic of Taoism from one of America's leading literary figures. Most people know Ursula K. Le Guin for her extraordinary science fiction and fantasy writing. Fewer...

A collection of lectures given at Harvard by the Dalai Lama on a spectrum of topics, such as individual and world peace. This work answers questions that those interested in Buddhism have long hoped to see addressed. His Holiness the Dalai Lama gave a...

Zen Buddhism has a storied history--Bodhidharma sitting in meditation in a cave for nine years; a would-be disciple cutting off his own arm to get the master's attention; the proliferating schools and intense Dharma combat of the Tang and Song Dynasties;...

A treasury of writings and teachings from the beloved Zen teacher Thich Nhat Hanh--now resissued in a new Shambhala Pocket Library series. This is a collection of powerful and inspiring teachings in an appealing, convenient pocket-size book from one of...

A redesigned collection of the master's work in a Shambhala Pocket Library edition. The cry of the soul in love with God has never been more eloquently expressed than by the great Persian Sufi master Jalaluddin Rumi (1207-1273). Readers have thrilled to...

Originally appearing in The Compassion Box, the lojong cards featured in this boxed set have been used and cherished by many Buddhist practitioners and spiritual seekers of all sorts for years. Now these popular cards are available in a stand-alone...

At the beginning of a North American teaching career that would span seventeen years, the meditation master Chšgyam Trungpa conducted five pivotal seminars covering various dharmic topics. The transcripts from these seminars are collected here so that...

A revised edition of the definitive translation of the world’s most important book of divination  • The first English translation from within the tradition by a Chinese Taoist Master  • Includes translations of the Ten Wings--the commentaries by...

Recounts one woman's discovery of her ability to heal through contact with spirits and reveals how others can awaken this same gift in their own lives  • Explains how reconnecting with our inner sense of joy is the first step in healing  • Shows how to...

Rumi Daybook, The: 365 Poems and Teachings from the Beloved Sufi Master

Explore the depths of sea magick-and learn to harness its power-through ocean-related myths, deities, weather patterns and more. We are drawn to the sea as if by a powerful spell. Covering 71 percent of the world, the element of water can soothe,...

Connect more meaningfully to the cultural wisdom and spiritual teachings of Buddhism. Explore Buddhist traditions and older ways of connecting with spirituality by going straight to the heart of mystical traditions. Zen Buddhism explores the spiritual...

Uncover the nature of the mind with this ground-level, practice-oriented presentation of Tibetan Buddhism. A personal and accessible guide to establishing progress on the path. The book begins with the awakening of students' interest in spirituality and...

The "Core Teachings of the Dalai Lama" series begins with this small book of teachings by His Holiness, the perfect introduction to traditional Tibetan Buddhist thought and practice. There is no one more suited to introduce beginners--and remind seasoned...

This small accessible book contains the essence of the Seven-Point Mind Training, expressed in the intimate colloquial style that distinguishes Ringu Tulku's teachings. The Seven-Point Mind Training, a lojong practice, assumes no prior special training...

Compelling and informative teachings by the most influential female Buddhist teachers on a wide range of topics. Buddhism began to take root in the West at just the same time that women's voices were arising to find expression here-after millennia of...

"After his enlightenment, the Buddha taught the Four Noble Truths-the foundation and essence of all forms of Buddhism. The first truth diagnoses the nature of our existential illnesses and neuroses. The second explores their causes and conditions for...

What is Zen? It's an ancient spiritual system rooted in Buddhism that began in China and spread throughout Asia, finally reaching the West. It encompasses meditation, mindfulness, and calming the mind exactly what so many of us need and crave in this...

From the bestselling authors of The Good Witch's Guide comes this essential, magick-filled planner for all witches and Wiccans. This 12-month perpetual planner for good witches provides a place to plan and track everything from daily tasks and key...

Practical magic for every day and every season!  Everybody has something they'd like to change, be it love, career, friendships, health, or money. Sometimes they turn to magic to create the desired transformation. But what kind of spell should you...

Wicca is growing in popularity, and Cassandra Eason acclaimed for her writing on witchcraft and spirituality takes a look at its origins, uses in everyday life, and gods and goddesses. In this easy-to-use introduction, she explains how magick functions;...

Explore the occult from ancient times to the modern day with one of its most respected scholars and practitioners.Take an enlightening journey through occult history, exploring 100 dramatic incidents, arcane knowledge, and key historical figures from...

Learn about the primal beliefs to the world's great faiths in The Religions Book. Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Religions in this overview guide to...

Finding a soul mate and life partner is only half the story. Once you actually have a wonderful relationship, it’s important to take definitive steps to keep it. Grant and Melissa Virtue, a husband-and-wife team, offer a variety of tools and techniques...

Modern day witches are a culmination of the old and new-they travel to the grocery store, work nine to fives, and teach in our classrooms. They carry black tourmaline and quartz, and wave bay and rosemary bundles over their doorways. Within an ancient...

An authentic exploration of the real Rumi As one of the world's most loved poets, Rumi's poems are celebrated for their message of love and their beauty, but too often they are stripped of their mystical and spiritual meanings. The Gift of Rumi offers a...

Using the garden as metaphor, The Seeds of Love offers a process for creating mindfulness. From a Buddhist perspective, everything affects our consciousness and enters metaphorically as a seed. Through the development of the practice of mindfulness, and...

Awaken your heart and engage your mind with Buddhist Wisdom: Daily Reflections, a simple but powerful collection of Buddhist sayings and extracts that offer an easy way to incorporate the Buddha's most significant teachings into your everyday life. Use...

Stories from Buddhist teachings that will help readers to understand various situations in life, told in a contemporary style that is warm, light and often funny. Born and educated in the West but trained in the Thai forest tradition, Ajahn Brahm has...

When His Holiness the Dalai Lama visited New York in August 1999, over 50 000 people flocked to hear him speak in Central Park. For over two hours these New Yorkers, a group of people noted more for their cynicism and indifference than their devout...

A perfect companion book to be inspired by teachings of the Buddha and other great masters, teachers and writers of all time. Buddha's Little Book of Life aims to help people on their jounrney to connect with a spiritual path and connect with their own...