Myths are the timeless expression of the imagination born out of the need to make sense of the universe. Moving across the centuries, they resonate with our deepest feelings about the fragility and grandeur of existence. Mythology is a comprehensive, richly illustrated survey of the mythic imagination in all its forms around the world, from the ...
A concise and accessible introduction to the world of Shinto, its development and key principles. Shinto, or "the Way of the Gods", is the indigenous religion of Japan. To understand Japan it is essential to have some knowledge of this faith's history, theology and ritual practices. Shinto explores the sacred texts, persons and spaces as well as ...
This work challenges scholarly wisdom concerning the origins of the legends of King Arthur and the Holy Grail. The authors assert that the Arthurian and Holy Grail traditions did not derive from Celtic folklore and mythology, but rather from the folklore and mythology of the peoples of ancient Scythia (modern South Russia and Ukrainian Steppes). ...
Clearly written and with color images on every page, this guide traces the enduring beliefs of Buddhism, Hinduism, Confucianism, Taoism, and Shinto from their earliest origins, and explores modern practices of these spiritual traditions of the Orient. 180 photos.
In Japan, two religions predominate--Buddhism and Shintoism--and the Japanese people see no contradiction in practicing both: worshipping Buddha even as they revere the kami, the divine beings that populate the country and define the indigenous faith of Shintoism. In Shintoism and the Religions of Japan, C. Scott Littleton illuminates this ...
The exploits of gods, goddesses, demons, monsters, heroes, and heroines come vividly to life in this illustrated anthology of more than 300 myths from around the world. From ancient Greece to indigenous Africa, mankind's most powerful and imaginative stories are retold in a modern accessible style. Full-color illustrations are featured throughout, ...
A guide to the spiritual and philosophical traditions of Asia, explaining the key ideas that have entered our spiritual vocabulary - such as karma and enlightenment. Increasingly, we are embracing the traditions of the East. This book is a superb illustrated guide to the compelling systems of belief that have shaped the East and challenged the ...
This text presents the diaries of Blakely Wilson. It offers an account of his travels, which includes Rome, extensive trips up the Nile, and a visit to Jerusalem. It provides an introduction and notes that ground his experiences in the broader historical, cultural and social context of the era.
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