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'A mere metaphor', 'only symbolic', 'just a myth' - these tell tale phrases reveal how figurative language has been cheapened and devalued in our modern and postmodern culture. In God and the Creati……続きを見る

This edition features a linked Table of Contents, Footnotes, and Index CONTENTS (abridged list) INTRODUCTION. CHAPTER I. CONTROVERSIAL PERIOD SUCCEEDING THE REFORMATION. ... CHAPTER XXV. INDIRECT SE……続きを見る

"Персиковый сад" - сборник рассказов священника Владимира Гофмана. Одни рассказы, трогательные, берущие за сердце, с ностальгической грустью повествуют о недавнем еще прошлом, когда духовные и душев……続きを見る

The first complete translation into English of this Tibetan text, together with the informative commentary by the 8th century master Buddhaguhya. This text is of seminal importance for the history o……続きを見る

The Middle East has long been something of a mystery to Westerners, and in particular, the sexual mores of the region continue to fascinate. Arabs are often described as being in a state of Islam-in……続きを見る

Originally published in 1939. After the death of Muhammad his community was ruled by three caliphs who kept their capital as Medina, the City of the Prophet. Under the rule of the caliphs those who ……続きを見る

RETHINKING CHRISTIAN IDENTITY “A brilliant, compelling, agenda-setting book … Volpe has written this thoughtful, passionate, informed critique that invites us all to think through precisely what is ……続きを見る

A car is discovered underwater at a Rideau Canal lockstation near Kingston, Ontario. Within it are the bodies of three sistersーZainab, Sahar, and Geeti Shafiaーalong with that of their presumed aun……続きを見る

Meditative practice lies at the heart of the Buddhist tradition. This introductory anthology gives a representative sample of the various kinds of meditations described in the earliest body of Buddh……続きを見る

This is the first book-length study of the influential cultural and religious exchanges which took place between England and Bohemia following Richard II's marriage to Anne of Bohemia in 1382. The e……続きを見る

An fascinating account of witch trials in 1634 where over 60 local people were arrested in the area of Pendle Forest (East Lancashire - Northern England). These unfortunates were tried for their liv……続きを見る

This is the first up-to-date, accessible study on the rule of Cyprian as the Bishop of Carthage in the 250s AD. It controversially shows that Cyprian radically enforced the primary emphasis on the u……続きを見る

Media, Religion and Gender presents a selection of eminent current scholarship that explores the role gender plays when religion, media use and values in contemporary society interact. The book: s……続きを見る

Can yoga and meditation unleash our inherent supernormal mental powers, such as telepathy, clairvoyance, and precognition? Is it really possible to perceive another person's thoughts and intentions?……続きを見る

Sir E. A. Wallis Budge (1857-1934) was Keeper of the British Museum’s department of oriental antiquities from 1894 until his retirement in 1924. Carrying out many missions to Egypt in search of anci……続きを見る

This introductory text explores the historical and contemporary relevance of religion to social life, through an examination of practice and belief. Author Hunt reconsiders how theories and concepts……続きを見る

This study establishes a concept of culture and then combines it with Geertz' anthropological concept of thick description. Subsequently, the relation of texts to society and culture is discussed. I……続きを見る

During their two-year relationship, Abby and Ian experienced ceremonies complete with the psychotropic drug Ayawaska, teachings from authentic Mayan shamans and healers and traveled through embattle……続きを見る

De l’esprit des lois - XVI Montesquieu, philosophe français (1689-1755) Ce livre numérique présente «De l’esprit des lois - XVI», de Montesquieu, édité……続きを見る

In fünf spirituellen Schritten kann jeder Mensch seinem Leben einen tieferen Sinn geben und seine persönliche Bestimmung und Erfüllung finden. Dann wird das Licht, das er in sich trägt, erstrahlen. 続きを見る

In the medieval period, the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (the mawlid) was celebrated in popular narratives and ceremonies that expressed the religious agendas and aspirations of ordinary Muslims, i……続きを見る

Zionism is an international political movement that was originally dedicated to the resettlement of Jewish people in the Promised Land, and is now synonymous with support for the modern state of Isr……続きを見る

First Published in 1999. Postmodern theorist Michel Foucault is best known for his work on power/ knowledge, and on the regulation of sexuality in modern society. Yet throughout his life, Foucault w……続きを見る

Hebrews marks a parting of the ways for Jews and Christians of the first century. It makes a case for the superiority of the new Christian 'faith' over old Hebrew orthodoxy and draws on the Old Test……続きを見る

The Blue Banner is a case study of the survival of historic denominationalism grounded in resistance to church union. It traces the origins and near demise of Presbyterianism in Nova Scotia and the ……続きを見る

Sur la clémence Sénèque, philosophe stoïcien, dramaturge et homme d’État romain (3 av JC–65) Ce livre numérique présente «Sur la clémence», de Sénèque, édité en texte intégral. Une table des matière……続きを見る

Now thoroughly updated to reflect the latest debates, this popular textbook introduces readers to the central questions in the field of science and religion. Ideally suited to those who have little ……続きを見る

This is an electronic edition of the complete book complemented by author biography. This book features the table of contents linked to every part and chapter. The book was designed for optimal navi……続きを見る

"ANCIENT WISDOM TO HELP YOU" A "YOUNG MAN" faces a "PERSONAL CRISIS!" He comes across a "REAL MYSTIC" from a far off "LAND!" This is a "TURNING POINT in his "LIFE!" The "MYSTIC" imparts some "ANCIEN……続きを見る

Can Christianity and evolution coexist? Traditional Christian teaching presents Jesus as reversing the effects of the Fall of Adam. However, an evolutionary view of beginnings doesn't allow for a hi……続きを見る