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ENOCH
: A New Translation
[Daniel Olson]
It is written that the patriarch Enoch "walked with God; and he was not, for God took him" (Gen 5:24). A strange body of writings grew up around this mysterious figure who never died, writings which were eventually collected in the Book of Enoch. Once highly regarded by both Jew and Christians, The Book of Enoch is indispensable reading for all students of early Judaism and the beginnings of Christianity. This new translation is the only one which takes into account all of the available manuscript evidence. It features a fluent, natural English style, has full cross-references between the Bible and Enoch and to the various parts of Enoch. Includes convenient notes and commentary.
{
320pp,
190x255mm,
September 2004;
PB,
£19.99,
0941037894:9780941037891
, D & F Scott Publishing Inc
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INTRODUCTION TO THE BOOK OF ZOHAR, VOLUME 2
[Rav Yehuda Ashlag]
Introduction to the Zohar is the second in a series written by Kabbalist and scientist Rav Michael Laitman, which will prepare readers to understand the hidden message of 'The Zohar'. Among the many helpful topics dealt with in this companion text to The Science of Kabbalah, readers are introduced to the 'language of root and branch', without which the stories in the Zohar are mere fable and legend. Introduction to the Zohar will certainly furnish readers with the necessary tools to understand authentic Kabbalah as it was originally meant to be, as a means to attain the 'Upper Worlds'.
{
302pp,
140x215mm,
May 2005;
PB,
£16.95,
0973231556:9780973231557
, Laitman Kabbalah Publishers
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SCIENCE OF THE KABBALAH
: Volume One (Pticha)
[Rav Yehuda Ashlag]
The Science of Kabbalah (Pticha) is the first in a series of texts that Rav Michael Laitman, Kabbalist and scientist, designed to introduce readers to the special language and terminology of the Kabbalah. Here, Rav Laitman reveals authentic Kabbalah in a manner that is both rational and mature. Readers are gradually led to an understanding of the logical design of the Universe and the life whose home it is. The Science of Kabbalah, a revolutionary work that is unmatched in its clarity, depth, and appeal to the intellect, will enable readers to approach the more technical works of Baal HaSulam (Rabbi Yehuda Ashlag), such as 'Talmud Eser Sefirot' and Zohar. Although scientists and philosophers will delight in its illumination, laymen will also enjoy the satisfying answers to the riddles of life that only authentic Kabbalah provides. Now, travel through the pages and prepare for an astonishing journey into the 'Upper Worlds'.
{
612pp,
140x215mm,
April 2005;
PB,
£19.95,
0973231564:9780973231564
, Laitman Kabbalah Publishers
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DIVINE SAYINGS
: The Mishkat al-Anwar of Ibn 'Arabi
[Stephen Hirtenstein & Martin Notcutt]
These 'Divine Sayings' are universal in nature, expounding the divine root of all goodness and beauty, and can be appreciated by people from any background. Recurring themes include our utter dependence upon God, and His readiness to forgive and embrace those who truly turn to Him.
{
218pp,
155x230mm,
October 2004;
HB,
£19.95,
0953451356:9780953451357
, Four Corners (Anqa Publishing)
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NIGHTINGALE IN THE GARDEN OF LOVE
: The Poems of Hazreti-i Pir-i Üftade
[Paul Ballanfat; Translated by Angela Culme-Seymour]
This is a translation of the spiritual poems of one of the greatest Ottoman Sufi masters, Mehmed Muhyiddin Üftade (1490-1580). Üftade was born and lived in Bursa, a hugely important spiritual centre at the height of the Ottoman Empire. He was founder of one of its main dervish orders, the Jelvetiyye, through the training of his famous disciple, ‘Aziz Mahmud Hüdayi. In addition, Üftade composed a collection of poems, which express his spiritual quest in simple, direct and wonderfully human language, and these are presented here for the first time in English. Paul Ballanfat’s introduction provides a detailed overview of the main features of Üftade’s life and teachings, and of his cultural background, where sultans were often affiliated to Sufi orders. Particularly prominent in Üftade’s teaching was the thought of "the greatest master", Muhyiddin Ibn ‘Arabi, and of Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi. Üftade had a direct spiritual connection with both of these extraordinary men and a great veneration for them.
{
180pp,
150x210mm,
January 2005;
PB,
£13.95,
0953451380:9780953451388
, Four Corners (Anqa Publishing)
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TO KNOW WE'RE LOVED
: A Time to Love & A Time to Die
[Reshad Field; Foreword by Coleman Barks]
Reshad Feild left the aristocratic roots of his native England at an early age to begin a life-long mystical search that took him around the world to Zen monasteries in Japan, the Himalayas in Nepal, Sufi mystics and whirling dervishes in Turkey, and the Gurdjieff and Ouspensky schools in England. He has been an antiques dealer, a stockbroker, a naval officer, and a performer with a British pop group. Reshad earned a doctorate in psychological counselling, and has run several esoteric schools in England, Canada, the United States, and Switzerland to help people embarking on the path of transformation. His other written works include Going Home, Steps to Freedom, Here to Heal, and Alchemy of the Heart.
{
138pp,
155x230mm,
May 2004;
PB,
£13.50,
0895561549:9780895561541
, IPG (Gateways Books & Tapes)
} |
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AMERICA NEEDS A BUDDHIST PRESIDENT
[Brett Bevell]
A bold, poetic vision of America under the leadership of a Buddhist president. Brett Bevell's prophetic voice and Eben Dodd's simple but elegant line drawings proclaim a radical alternative American dream in the tradition of Buddhism-inspired writers Allen Ginsburg and Jack Kerouac.
{
36pp,
150x150mm,
July 2004;
PB,
£5.99,
1883991978:9781883991975
, Caveat Press (White Cloud Press)
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BUDDHA FACING THE WALL
: Interviews with American Zen Monks
[Sara Jenkins (ed)]
This book presents first-hand accounts of life in an American Zen monastery. Interviews with fifteen monks offer vivid personal glimpses of how everything about the monastery -- from the daily schedule to meetings with the teacher to the silence itself -- is designed to support the deep inner work that leads to spiritual transformation.
{
208pp,
155x230mm,
January 2005;
PB,
£9.50,
0963078437:9780963078438
, IPG (Present Perfect Books)
} |
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BUDDHA
: The Story of an Awakened Life
[David Kherdian]
Here is an opportunity to approach one of the world’s greatest spiritual teachers through the timeless tale of his search for enlightenment and the end of suffering. This is the first account of the Buddha’s story that blends the elements of history, legend, and Buddhist teachings into a compelling, page-turning narrative. Experience the Buddha’s life from extravagant youth and ascetic renunciation to awakening and decades of profound teaching. 'The Buddha: The Story of an Awakened Life' is a simple, elegant introduction to the Buddha’s path, in which you may 'work out your salvation with diligence'.
{
161pp,
155x210mm,
October 2004;
PB,
£9.99,
1883991633:9781883991630
, Caveat Press (White Cloud Press)
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TIME-OUT FOR PARENTS, REVISED EDITION
: A Guide to Compassionate Parenting
[Cheri Huber; Illustrations by June Shiver]
Employing a method of discipline used for children, this Zen guide encourages parents to look inwardly and reflect on their motivations in order to respond to their child's needs from a clearer, kinder perspective. It contains meditative exercises for stressed or disgruntled parents and provides accounts of parent/child interactions. In each one, the self-aware parent describes how they would have reacted before learning to take time-out to discover their own motivations. Then each parent tells how he or she responded to the situation from a clearer, kinder viewpoint.
{
168pp,
140x215mm,
May 2004;
PB,
£7.99,
0971030936:9780971030930
, IPG (Keep it Simple Books)
} |
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UNLOCKING THE MYSTERIES OF BIRTH & DEATH
: ...and Everything In Between, A Buddhist View Life
[Daisaku Ikeda]
This introduction to Nichiren Buddhism explores the philosophical intricacies of life and reveals the wonder inherent in the phases of birth, aging, and death. Core concepts of Nichiren Buddhism, such as the ten worlds and the nine consciousnesses, illustrate the profundity of human existence. This book provides Buddhists with the tools they need to fully appreciate the connectedness of all beings and to revolutionise their spiritual lives based on this insight. Also explored are how suffering can be transformed to contribute to personal fulfilment and the well-being of others and how modern scientific research accords with ancient Buddhist views. Ultimately, this is both a work of popular philosophy and a book of compelling, compassionate inspiration for Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike that fosters a greater understanding of Nichiren Buddhism.
{
272pp,
155x230mm,
January 2004;
PB,
£9.99,
0972326707:9780972326704
, IPG (Middleway Press)
} |
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UNWORLDLY WISE
: As the Owl Remarked to the Rabbit
[Wei Wu Wei]
This classic gem of Eastern spirituality is especially timely in the current climate of interest in Buddhism. In giving us his version of the perennial philosophy, Wei Wu Wei brings a fresh perspective to conventional notions about time, love, thought, God, friendship, loneliness and religion. Using the further pseudonym OOO, the author was obviously having some fun with this final book, which he wrote entirely as a dialog between a wise owl and a naïve rabbit. In the introduction, which he signs Wei Wu Wei, he states "I fear that OOO might reply to my suggestion or plea (to represent human beings in such a dialog) by again raising his eyebrows -- a habit he has -- and pointing out that human beings have neither the charm, the frankness, nor the simplicity of our animal brothers, and that their discussions would be cantankerous and obscured by the mists of conceptuality.".
{
100pp,
135x210mm,
May 2004;
PB,
£8.99,
1591810191:9781591810193
, Sentient Publications
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WILD WAYS
: Zen Poems
[Ikkyu; Translated by John Stevens]
Presents more than 100 poems by one of the most irreverent and iconoclastic Zen masters of Japan. Ikkyu (1394-1481) wanted his Zen to be direct, raw, and authentic and his topics range from criticism of the pervasive hypocrisy of the Buddhist establishment to the celebration of the unfettered Zen life and the joys of sexual intimacy. His famous poem 'Skeletons' is included in its entirety.
{
152pp,
125x180mm,
January 2004;
PB,
£9.50,
1893996654:9781893996656
, White Pine Press
} |
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ZEN FOREST
: Sayings of the Masters
[Translated by Soiku Shigematsu]
The essence of Zen is contained in the phrases and poems presented here, along with an introduction by Gary Snyder. The sayings range from profound to mystifying to comical and appear in vivid, poetic English. First compiled in 15th century Japan, the book contains Zen phrases and verses taken from Zen classics, sutras, and the poetry of China.
{
119pp,
125x180mm,
July 2004;
PB,
£9.50,
1893996301:9781893996304
, White Pine Press
} |
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ZEN MONASTERY COOKBOOK
: Stories & Recipes from a Zen Kitchen
This cookbook includes low-fat vegetarian recipes for main dishes, soups, breads, and desserts as well as compositions from American Zen monks -- those who were head cooks and those who assisted. These inspiring stories are funny and touching, and all reflect the difficulty, challenge, joy, and freedom inherent in living as a Zen monk.
{
250pp,
215x280mm,
January 2003;
PB,
£10.99,
0961475471:9780961475475
, IPG (Keep it Simple Books)
} |
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AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF A YOGI
[Paramahansa Yogananda]
A reprint of the Philosophical Library 1946 First Edition.
{
480pp,
120x180mm,
May 2006;
PB,
£5.99,
8120725247:9788120725249
, Sterling Publishers PVT Ltd
} |
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AZURE
[Brian Day]
Explores rich veins of religious sensuality, art, and dance, threading through encounters in Europe before focusing on vibrant South Asian images and stories. Evocative and erotic, the poems consort with figures including Krishna, Shiva and Jesus to offer intriguing scenes of beauty and desire. 'Azure' concludes with a provocative feminist retelling, in multiple voices, of the Hindu epic '
{
93pp,
140x215mm,
February 2004;
PB,
£7.50,
1550711903:9781550711905
, Guernica Editions
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BHAJA GOVINDAM
: A Song of Sri Sankara
[Chakravarti Rajagopalachari]
Sri Sankara, the Hindu sage, is said to have "crossed the ocean of Maya as easily as one steps over a small irrigation channel in the field". He wrote a number of texts and hymns to foster knowledge of the self and to foster the sense of devotion in the hearts of humankind. This offering is one of Sri Sankara's most famous hymns. Here the great Indian politician and religious scholar. C Rajagopalachari interprets the 'Baja Govindam'. He gives spiritual meaning and practical application to each of 31 verses of this great hymn. This is the original English translation of the Tamil text.
{
64pp,
127x190mm,
May 2008;
PB,
£9.99,
1559213566:9781559213561
, Moyer Bell Ltd
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DEEPER ASPECTS OF HINDUISM
: Jewel in the Lotus
[Mumtaz Ali]
This book revolves around the life experience and teachings of Mumtaz Ali. It deals with some of the deeper aspects of Hinduism and will be of great interest to students of Hinduism, contemporary religion and seekers for truth around the world.
{
162pp,
140x215mm,
January 2004;
PB,
£6.99,
1904910270:9781904910275
, Sterling Publishers PVT Ltd
} |
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HINDUISM
: What You Would Like to Know About
[J P Vaswani]
In this compact yet comprehensive book, Dada J.P. Vaswani tells you all that you wanted to know about Hinduism -- its unique features, its fundamental truth, its ancient scriptures, its profoundly symbolic deities, its wise and divinely-inspired acharyas and its colourful festivals. Written specially for young Hindus who wish to rediscover their rich heritage of faith and ancient wisdom, this book will also appeal to foreigners who want to know more about Hindu culture and thought.
{
127pp,
155x230mm,
January 2004;
PB,
£5.99,
1904910025:9781904910022
, Sterling Publishers PVT Ltd (New Dawn Press)
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MAHABHARATA
: The Greatest Spiritual Epic of All Time
[Krishna Dharma]
Krishna Dharma condenses the epic into a fast paced novel that fully retains the majestic mood of the original. A powerful and moving tale, it recounts the history of the five heroic Pandava brothers. Cheated of their kingdom and sent into exile by their envious cousins, they set off on a fascinating journey. Profound spiritual themes underlie the thrilling narrative, making it one of the world's most revered texts. Culminating in an apocalyptic war, Mahabharata is a masterpiece of suspense, intrigue, and illuminating wisdom.
{
960pp,
155x230mm,
August 2005;
HB,
£26.99,
1887089179:9781887089173
, Torchlight Publishing
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MAN & HIS MASTER
: My Years with Yogi Ramsuratkumar
[Mani with S Lhaksam]
Yogi Ramsuratkumar was a unique and special saint, even in the long and rich spiritual tradition of India, and Mani was personal attendant and among his closest servants. This book is a rare experience -- a personal and intimate account of life with the beggar-saint of Tamil Nadu, India. Join Mani through the joys and sorrows of life with the Yogi, as he moves from begging in the streets of India to the construction of his ashram in Tiruvanamalai. Mani's perspective on his guru and on sadhana should be particularly interesting for Western readers.
{
356pp,
155x230mm,
June 2004;
PB,
£14.99,
1890772364:9781890772369
, Hohm Press
} |
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NATURE OF MAN ACCORDING TO THE VEDANTA
[John Levy]
John Levy was an Englishman who spent many years in India with his guru, Krishna Menon, and brought his knowledge of Advaita Vedanta to the west in an accessible form. In this book, he makes the classic argument against subject-object duality and determines that the true Self cannot be known (as to know it would be to objectify it). Oddly enough, this is a liberating discovery, as we see that our essence cannot be altered by anything we do or anything that happens to us. This frees us to tackle anything, to jump in to the stream of life and enjoy the experience, because at the core of our existence is an untouchable reality.
{
112pp,
130x200mm,
September 2004;
PB,
£9.99,
1591810248:9781591810247
, Sentient Publications
} |
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ONLY GOD
: A Biography of Yogi Ramsuratkumar
[Regina Sara Ryan]
In every spiritual tradition, there is the story of an ardent seeker who, while waiting for God, closes his door to the poor beggar who visits unexpectedly. Later, believing that the Lord has failed to appear, the seeker complains: "Where were you?" God responds, "I came to you many times, in many forms, but always you turned me away." This is the true life story of that symbolic beggar, a hidden saint, a well-educated holy man who begged on the streets of India, Yogi Ramsuratkumar (1918-2001). 'Only God' was his creed, and his approach to everyday life. His unusual innocence and radiant presence were recognised by seekers from both East and West, who knew him as the Godchild of Tiruvannamalai, the small city where he lived for forty years. The book also includes the lives and teachings of the holy beggar's three distinguished gurus, including Sri Auribindo. With self-revelatory honesty and an enjoyable mix of storytelling, interviews, and fact-finding, this eminently readable biography is an affecting account of an extraordinary life.
{
831pp,
155x230mm,
November 2004;
HB,
£19.99,
1890772356:9781890772352
, Hohm Press
} |
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PARAMAHANSA YOGANANDA -- AS I KNEW HIM
: Experiences, Observations & Reflections of a Disciple
[Roy Eugene Davis]
Roy Eugene Davis met Paramahansa Yogananda in Los Angeles, in 1949, studied and practised meditation under his personal guidance, and was ordained by him in 1951. It is rare that a direct disciple and successor of a master of yoga shares an intimate account of that relationship and describes the psychological and spiritual transformation that can occur. In this informative book the reader is introduced to a realm of experience and higher knowledge that is not ordinarily accessible. Mr Davis has taught spiritual growth processes for over 50 years in the U.S., Japan, Brazil, Europe, West Africa and India.
{
142pp,
155x230mm,
June 2005;
HB,
£7.99,
0877072930:9780877072935
, CSA Press
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SCIENCE OF SELF-REALIZATION
: A Guide to Spiritual Practice in the Kriya Yoga Tradition -- Patanjali's Yoga-Sutras (New Translation, with Commentary)
[Roy Eugene Davis]
{
144pp,
155x230mm,
October 2004;
HB,
£6.99,
0877072922:9780877072928
, CSA Press
} |
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SONGS OF THE SPIRIT, PART 1
: Songs of Submission
[Ronimund von Bissing]
One of the most significant contribution to the mystical literature of the Twentieth century. This classic companion in the great spiritual tradition reaches the heights of inner-experience where difference of doctrine dissolve and man faces his true self.
{
204pp,
120x165mm,
July 2004;
PB,
£12.50,
8877780827:9788877780829
, Semar Publishers
} |
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SONGS OF THE SPIRIT, PART 2
: Songs of the Heart
[Ronimund von Bissing]
A detailed description of the inner 'valleys' of the spiritual path. The receiving by man of the force of light from above, its working within him, the joy and suffering which may be entailed, and the insight that arises with it.
{
148pp,
120x165mm,
July 2004;
PB,
£11.50,
8877780835:9788877780836
, Semar Publishers
} |
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SONGS OF THE SPIRIT, PART 3
: Songs of the Journey
[Ronimund von Bissing]
The subtle and powerful disclosure of the spiritual journey, and the inroad into the material world which the traveller must perform to express his spiritual content into the world. Advice and warnings drawn from experience.
{
156pp,
120x165mm,
July 2004;
PB,
£11.50,
8877780843:9788877780843
, Semar Publishers
} |
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SONGS OF THE SPIRIT, PART 4
: Songs of the Wayfarer
[Ronimund von Bissing]
This is the illuminative report of a soul standing before God: faced with the awareness of his own being, exposed to inner perception, silent, naked, loving. The vademecum for the contemporary wayfarer.
{
220pp,
120x170mm,
August 2004;
PB,
£12.99,
8877780851:9788877780850
, Semar Publishers
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