Gifts Of The Lotus

Here are three-hundred and sixty-six meditations-one for each day of the year-each from the heart of a spiritually oriented philosopher from Plato to Emerson to Sri Aurobindo to a host of theosophical students and scholars. Inside of this miniature Quest book is a complete philosophy for living; quiet, short, engaging thoughts, each alive with the spirit of being. In truth this is not a book to be studied. It is a book to be carried in the pocket or purse. It is a book to be treasured.

This book is the sequel to Robert Forman's well-received collection, The Problem of Pure Consciousness (Oxford, 1990). The essays in the earlier volume argued that some mystical experiences do not seem to be formed or shaped by the language system--a thesis that stands in sharp contradistinction to deconstruction in general and to the "constructivist" school of mysticism in particular, which holds that all mysticism is the product of a cultural and linguistic process. In The Innate Capacity, Forman and his colleagues put forward a hypothesis about the formative causes of these "pure consciousness" experiences. All of the contributors agree that mysticism is the result of an innate human capacity, rather than a learned, socially conditioned and constructive process. The innate capacity is understood in several different ways. Many perceive it as an expression of human consciousness per se, awareness itself. Some hold that consciousness should be understood as a built-in link to some hidden, transcendent aspect of the world, and that a mystical experience is the experience of that inherent connectedness. Another thesis that appears frequently is that mystics realize this innate capacity through a process of releasing the hold of the ego and the conceptual system. The contributors here look at mystical experience as it is manifested in a variety of religious and cultural settings, including Hindu Yoga, Buddhism, Sufism, and medieval Christianity. Taken together, the essays constitute an important contribution to the ongoing debate about the nature of human consciousness and mystical experience and its relation to the social and cultural contexts in which it appears.

This volume contains all of Sanghrakshita's poems and six short stories. It is prefaced by a foreword and two essays introducing the poems in different ways. It also includes edited versions of two talks Sangharakshita gave about specific poems, and a sequence of conversations about his poetry that were recorded towards the end of his life.

Throughout their long history, the ancient Egyptians crafted exquisite statues of bronze, copper, silver and gold as offerings to their gods and for use in temples and shrines. This title focuses on the art and significance of Egyptian metal statuary, presenting insights and up-to-date information on this precious work.

A winter illness left Lotus, a little girl, without a voice and without friends. A hunter's bullet left Feather, a crane, injured and unable to fly. As Lotus nurses Feather back to health, their bond grows. Soon Feather is following Lotus everywhere, even to school! The bird dances to the girl's reed whistle, much to the delight of the other children. One day, when the village floods, Feather helps raise the alarm as Lotus and her grandfather urge their neighbors to get to high ground. Feather is a true friend to Lotus, but the time comes when Lotus must be a true friend to him--by encouraging him to migrate with the rest of the cranes. The next spring, Feather miraculously returns, and that's not all . . . he has brought new life to the nearby lake. Inspired by the true story of a crane that rescued a Chinese village, and graced with sensitive watercolor illustrations, this lovely book about respecting nature offers deep emotion and delightful surprises.

A source of assembly ideas for the busy teacher, this book presents stories and poems, many from around the world. The material, for the 8 to 13 age group, is designed to encourage children to think about themselves, their world and their feelings, fostering understanding and tolerance of the cultures and beliefs of others.

Need more time to just breathe? Want a break from constant worries? Looking for simple joy every day? Then this book is for you... Original Price $14.96 But Today Get it at $6.99 SALES PRICE. Price Last While Stock Last and Will Change Soon Meet "The Zen Elephant and The Lotus Flower: 52 Stories for Stress Relieve, More Mindfulness, Self-Reflection and Happiness in Everyday Life." This book is a gentle guide back to what matters most in life. Inside, you'll find 52 stories, each with a powerful quote, revealing timeless lessons on gratitude, mindfulness, self-love, and happiness. The teachings are easy to grasp, offering fresh ways to view life's challenges, without needing a background in Buddhism. This Book Contains Unique Tales with Life Lessons Imprints in them, It isn't just another collection of tales. It's a well of wisdom that's easy to reach into whenever life gets tough. It's about getting clear, finding calm, and making each day a bit brighter. Here's what's waiting for you: Simple ways to stop negative thoughts. Keys to finding your own happiness. Fresh perspectives to lighten your day. Steps to reduce stress and find peace.  The unique quotes paired with each story are insights you won't find online - they're your quick picks for encouragement whenever you need it. Ready for less stress and more joy? Grab your copy of "The Zen Elephant and The Lotus Flower" now, and step into a simpler, happier way of living.

A Vietnamese family is forced to flee from their homeland to escape a devastating civil war.