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Broken We Kneel: Reflections on Faith and Citizenship

Diana Butler Bass · Church Publishing
Format: Paperback

Bass looks at Christian identity, patriotism, citizenship, and congregational life in an attempt to answer the central question that so many are struggling with today: "To whom do Christians owe deepest allegiance? God or country?" America's unique and often fractious relationship...

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The Great Spiritual Migration: How the World's Largest Religion Is Seeking a Better Way to Be Christian

Brian Mclaren · Convergent
Format: Book

The Christian story, from Genesis until now, is fundamentally about people on the move - outgrowing old, broken religious systems and embracing new, more redemptive ways of life. It's time to move again. Brian McLaren, a leading voice in contemporary religion, argues that - notwithstanding...

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Grounded: Finding God in the World-A Spiritual Revolution

Diana Butler Bass · HarperOne, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Format: Book

The headlines are clear: religion is on the decline in America as many people leave behind traditional religious practices. Diana Butler Bass, leading commentator on religion, politics, and culture, follows up her acclaimed book Christianity After Religion by arguing that what appears...

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Myths of the Asanas: The Stories at the Heart of the Yoga Tradition

Alanna Kaivalya · Mandala Publishing; Expanded edition
Format: Paperback

Many yoga practitioners explore the benefits of yoga through its poses, but did you know that the magic and mystery of yoga lie within the power of yogic mythology? Myths of the Asanas was the first book to collect and retell the ancient tales of yogic myth to a modern audience, and has since...

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The Ottomans: Khans, Caesars, and Caliphs

Marc David Baer · Basic Books
Format: Book

The Ottoman Empire has long been depicted as theIslamic, Asianantithesis of theChristian, European West. But the reality was starkly different: the Ottomans' multiethnic, multilingual, and multireligious domain reached deep into Europe's heart.Indeed, the Ottoman rulers saw themselves...

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Untangled: Walking the Eightfold Path to Clarity, Courage, and Compassion

Koshin Paley Ellison · Balance
Format: Book

Though we are seemingly more connected to our world than ever before, many of us cannot ignore a nagging sense of loneliness and isolation. To keep this anxiety and discontentment at bay, we can search for connection through unhealthy distractions, believing these will bring us true...

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Wild Witchcraft: Folk Herbalism, Garden Magic, and Foraging for Spells, Rituals, and Remedies

Rebecca Beyer · S&S/Simon Element
Format: Book

Learn how to cultivate your own magical garden, begin your journey with folk herbalism, and awaken to your place in nature through practical skills from an experienced Appalachian forager and witch.Witchcraft is wild at heart, calling us into a relationship with the untamed world around...

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The Witch's Mirror: The Craft, Lore & Magick of the Looking Glass

Mickie Mueller · Llewellyn Worldwide
Format: Book

Discover the fascinating history, tradition, and modern uses of the witch's mirror. From choosing and making the perfect mirror to using it to boost self-esteem and prosperity, this book provides valuable information for witches of all levels. Fun and easy to use, The Witch's...

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Your Soul Purpose: Learn How to Access the Light Within

Kim Russo · HarperOne
Format: Book

Discover your soul purpose by harnessing your own energy and accessing the world beyond in this expert guide from the world-famous psychic medium and author of The Happy Medium.Everyone on earth has a purpose for being here, but it can be difficult to discover.

Luckily, each...

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