This new, complete translation of the classic Taoist text draws together the tales and anecdotes that have gathered around Chuang Tzu--one of the great founders of Taoism. Like "Lieh Tzu" and the "Tao Te Ching", the "Chuang Tzu" perceives the Tao--the Way of Nature--not as a term to be explained but as a path to walk.
For more than 2,500 years, the Tao Te Ching has been the major underlying influence in Chinese thought and culture. This outstanding collector's edition is a completely fresh translation, meticulously drawn from the earliest known Chinese manuscript, and rendered into a powerful text by poet John Ramsay. Illustrated in full color with calligraphy ...
Make the most of your time with "The Rough Guide to Cambodia", the definitive companion to this increasingly popular destination. It features a full-colour section that introduces Cambodia's highlights, from the world-renowned spires of Angkor Wat to the stunning tropical beaches of Sihanoukville. Using informed accounts, it helps you clue-up on ...
The streets of New York have erupted in celebration of Wild Card Day--the annual event held every September 15th to remember the dead and cherish the living. But lurking in the background is a twisted genius who cares nothing for fun and festivity. The Astronomer has only one concern: destruction.
An excellent introduction to the world's religions for readers aged eight and over, presented in a clear 'Question and Answer' format, with easy-to-follow maps and diagrams throughout and a comprehensive glossary of new words. The book explores each of the world's major religions -- Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, Sikhism -- ...
This wonderful two-in-one collection contains inspirational novellas by two award-winning CBA authors. Includes Palmer's "Christmas in My Heart" and Martin's "Christmas Moon."
This introduction to Chinese face and hand reading contains a step-by-step guide to understanding yourself through the lines, shapes and features of your hands and face. These reveal details of personality, family and romantic life, and career potential.
The Rough Guide to Cambodia is the ultimate guide to this increasingly popular destination. Features include a full-colour section introducing Cambodia's highlights, from the world renowned towers of Angkor Wat to the stunning tropical beaches of Sihanoukville. In true Rough Guide style, the authors provide evocative and in-depth accounts of all ...
In The Sacred History of Britain Martin Palmer takes us on a journey of exploration to discover the unique features that make up the spiritual character of Britain and her people. This fascinating insight into the evolution of spiritual traditions reveals how myths, legends, beliefs and faiths have been as significant in our history as wars, kings ...
With this book and fortune-stick set, the reader can find advice on the challenges of everyday life by turning to the Chinese gods and goddesses and into the way of Tao. It includes 64 numbered fortune-sticks and a good-luck bamboo shaker.
Faith plays an important part in the lives of people around the world, and often the faith of one person or nation has an effect on other individuals or countries. The importance of religion is apparent in the daily routines of people around the world. Ideal for both student and as a family reference, Religions of the World, Revised Edition is an ...
Examines the place of yin and yang at the heart of Chinese medicine, in the environment and the art of Feng Shui, and in painting, music and food. This guide suggests how to apply the principles of yin and yang in all areas of life, and teaches the reader about the dynamic tension of opposites.
Walk down the streets of Chinatown in any American or western European city and look around. She is there. Walk through the downtown streets, look in a shop window. She is there. Go to any city in China and open your eyes. She is there, too. Kuan Yin is the most ubiquitous Chinese deity, and the most loved. She is the living expresion of ...
A dramatic portrait of religion in the 1990s--from religious strife as a factor in civil wars to the public roles of women within the major faiths--brought to life in striking graphics and facts-at-your-fingertips immediacy. 35 color maps.
A brief, fascinating history of a distant culture and the evolution of spiritual thought spanning several volatile centuries, "The Jesus Sutras" contains timeless messages and lessons for today's spiritual seeker. photos.
This translation of the "I Ching" goes back to the original meaning of the oracle and discover the historical truth behind it - an epic saga of people's struggle for liberty.
The world's religions have emerged as one of the greatest geopolitical forces shaping our lives. Now available in an updated edition, this authoritative atlas is an essential resource for understanding the powerful role of religion around the globe.
Kuan Yin is the most important and best loved deity of the Chinese world. She is the living expression of compassion, whose gentle face and elegant figure form a centre of devotion in most Chinese homes and workplaces. Yet she is barely known in the West and few studies have been made of her. The authors of this book have travelled all over China ...
A colourful look at the Chinese views on life after death and reincarnation. Drawing on Chinese folk classics, the book captures the language and imagery of traditional religions and fuses together the Confucianist, Taoist and Buddhist elements.
This book, arising from over twenty years experience of working with the world's major faiths, draws extensively upon joint World Bank and ARC (Alliance of Religion & Conservation) /WWF (World Wildlife Fund for Nature) projects world wide. It shows, through stories, land management, myths, investment policies, legends, advocacy and celebration, ...
THE SPIRITUAL TRAVELER: ENGLAND, SCOTLAND, WALES is a unique guide book. It takes us journey across the rural and urban landscapes of Britain, and helps us to discover and explore a multitude of sacred sites: ancient stone circles and tombs, Christian and pre Christian shrines, medieval synagogues, small country churches and soaring cathedrals, ...
We guarantee every item's condition, as described on Alibris. If you are not satisfied that an item is as described, return your purchase for a refund.
