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The Gods of Olympus: A History

Barbara Graziosi · Holt & Company, Henry
Pages: 290
Format: Print book

An elegant and entertaining account of the transformations of the Greek gods across the ages, from antiquity to the Renaissance and the present dayThe gods of Olympus are the most colorful characters of Greek civilization: even in antiquity, they were said to be cruel, oversexed, mad, or just...
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A History of Religion in 51/2 Objects: Bringing the Spiritual to Its Senses

S Brent Plate · Beacon Press
Pages: 248
Format: Print book

A leading scholar explores the importance of physical objects and sensory experience in the practice of religion. Humans are needy. We need things: objects, keepsakes, stuff, tokens, knickknacks, bits and pieces, junk, and treasure. We carry special objects in our pockets and purses, and place...
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The Second Coming of the New Age: The Hidden Dangers of Alternative Spirituality in Contemporary America and Its Churches

Josh Peck · Defender Publishing
Format: Paperback

The New Age movement has returned with full force in our culture taking the West and its churches by storm. All across North America, Christian churches have unknowingly encouraged occult beliefs and practices far removed from what the Bible teaches. This unfortunate reality is intrinsically...
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Three Gifts of Therese of Lisieux: A Saint for Our Times

Patrick V Ahern · Image
Pages: 127
Format: Print book

"Thérèse has been such a presence in my adult life - it is as if I have known her personally; she is as real and alive to me as my lifelong friends... I've identified three gifts that Thérèse has given me, which I would like to offer in this book to everyone seeking to find...
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The Voodoo Encyclopedia: Magic, Ritual, and Religion

Jeffrey E. Anderson · ABC-CLIO
Pages: 438
Format: Hardcover

Unlike its fictional depiction in zombie films and popular culture, Voodoo is a full-fledged religion with a pantheon of deities, a priesthood, and communities of believers. Drawing from the expertise of contemporary practitioners, this encyclopedia presents the history, culture, and religion...
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Ghostland: An American History in Haunted Places

Colin Dickey · Viking
Pages: 336
Format: Hardcover

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Tarot Beyond the Basics: Gain a Deeper Understanding of the Meanings Behind the Cards

Anthony Louis · Llewellyn Publications
Format: Book

Take your tarot reading to a higher level. With an emphasis on tarot's astrological influences and a number of detailed sample readings, Tarot Beyond the Basics shows the way to becoming an advanced practitioner. Here, Anthony Louis shares how-to instructions for working with reversals,...
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The Potter's Lady

Judith Miller · Bethany House Publishers
Pages: 336
Format: Paperback

Engaging History and Romance from Bestselling Author Judith MillerWhen Rose McKay convinces her brother, Ewan, to invest in a pottery business, she's determined to assist him in making the venture a success. Having just graduated from the Philadelphia School of Design for Women, she believes...
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Mindful Meditation for Busy Lives: Active Meditation Throughout the Day

Chris Berlow · Sterling Ethos
Pages: 216
Format: Print book

Change your perception of meditation! This accessible, breezy guide introduces the concept of active meditation - moving meditations in which mind, body, and spirit become totally immersed in a single activity. Author and martial artist Chris Berlow takes readers through the many possible...
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The Way of Serenity: Finding Peace and Happiness in the Serenity Prayer

Jonathan Morris · HarperOne
Format: Hardcover

FOX News religion analyst, program director of the Catholic Channel on SiriusXM radio, and bestselling author Father Jonathan Morris reveals how the Serenity Prayer offers a sure path to peace and fulfillment for everyone, not just those in recovery programs. The Serenity Prayer statesLord,...
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Lillian Too's 168 Ways to Declutter Your Home: And re-energize your home

Lillian Too · Cico Books
Pages: 160
Format: Print book

Clear the clutter and revitalize your living space. Energy is a precious commodity--the source of vitality, good relationships, and peace of mind. The 168 techniques in this practical guide show how physical clutter is more than just junk--the debris in our home actually creates mental...
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How Well Do You Know Your Bible?: Over 500 Questions and Answers to Test Your Knowledge of the Good Book

James Bell · Sourcebooks
Format: Print book

A must-read collection for Bible enthusiasts, study groups, and anyone interested in learning more about the most revered book of all time. As the bestselling book in the world, the Bible is a source of faith and enlightenment for millions of people. But how well do you really know its stories?Do...
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Chinese Astrology, Plain & Simple: The Only Book You'll Ever Need

Jonathan Dee · Hampton Roads
Pages: 154
Format: Print book

Though perhaps less well-known here than its Western counterpart, Chinese astrology is every bit as illuminating and provides an equally valuable shortcut to self-knowledge. Jonathan Dee, the well-respected author of several books on astrology, tarot, and fortune-telling, reveals all the mysteries...
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Braving the Wilderness: The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone

BREN BROWN · Random House
Pages: 208
Format: Hardcover

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * A timely and important new book that challenges everything we think we know about cultivating true belonging in our communities, organizations, and culture, from the #1 bestselling author of Rising Strong, Daring Greatly, and The Gifts of ImperfectionHELLO...
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