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Searching for and Maintaining Peace: A Small Treatise on Peace of Heart by Jacques Philippe
Rated: 4.72 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsThis classic work is a short treatise on peace of heart in a world where restlessness and anxiety too often take the place of the confidence and peace which ought to be ours...Categorized as:
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![Interior Freedom by Jacques Philippe]()
Interior Freedom by Jacques Philippe
Rated: 4.69 of 5 stars · 16 ratings<i>Interior Freedom</i> leads one to discover that even in the most unfavorable outward circumstances we possess within ourselves a space of freedom that nobody can take away, because God is its source and guarantee. Without this discovery we will always be restricted in some way and will never taste true happiness...Categorized as:
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![Amma Odiloki Payanam by Radhanath Swami]()
Amma Odiloki Payanam by Radhanath Swami
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsAutobiography of a American Swami- Radhanath SwamiMystic yogis, gurus and an epic quest through spiritual...Categorized as:
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![Harry Potter and Philosophy: If Aristotle Ran Hogwarts by David Baggett, Shawn E. Klein]()
Harry Potter and Philosophy: If Aristotle Ran Hogwarts by David Baggett, Shawn E. Klein
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsIn Harry Potter and Philosophy, seventeen philosophical experts unlock some of Hogwarts' secret panels, and uncover surprising insights that are enlightening both for wizards and the most discerning muggles... -
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![Facing Your Giants: God Still Does the Impossible by Max Lucado]()
Facing Your Giants: God Still Does the Impossible by Max Lucado
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsYou know your Goliath. You recognize his walk, the thunder of his voice.He taunts you with bills you can't pay, people you can't please, habits you can't break, failures you can't forget, and a future you can't face. But just like David, you can face your giant, even if you aren't the strongest, the smartest, the best equipped, of the holiest.David...Categorized as:
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![Blessed Are the Misfits: Great News for Believers who are Introverts, Spiritual Strugglers, or Just Feel Like They're Missing Something by Brant Hansen]()
Blessed Are the Misfits: Great News for Believers who are Introverts, Spiritual Strugglers, or Just Feel Like They're Missing Something by Brant Hansen
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWarning: If modern church culture makes perfect sense to you, and you always fit in seamlessly, don’t read this. As for the rest of us… While American church culture (and American culture at large) seems largely designed for the extroverted, it’s estimated that half of the American population is introverted, and they’re often left wondering how, even if, they fit in the kingdom of God...Categorized as:
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![The Pocket Thich Nhat Hanh by Thich Nhat Hanh]()
The Pocket Thich Nhat Hanh by Thich Nhat Hanh
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsA pocket-sized treasury of writings and teachings from the beloved Zen teacher Thich Nhat HanhSince Thich Nhat Hanh’s exile from his native Vietnam in 1966, the Zen Buddhist monk has gone on to become one of the most influential and beloved spiritual masters of our age...Categorized as:
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![Trusting God Day by Day: 365 Daily Devotions by Joyce Meyer]()
Trusting God Day by Day: 365 Daily Devotions by Joyce Meyer
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsIn her dynamic new devotional, TRUSTING GOD DAY BY DAY, international speaker and New York Times bestselling author Joyce Meyer provides you with powerful "starting points" for every day of the year. Each day's devotion is filled with practical advice and help from Joyce along with life-changing promises from God's Word that you can quickly and easily apply in your own life... -
![Timeless Seeds of Advice: The Sayings of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ , Ibn Taymiyyah, Ibn al-Qayyim, Ibn al-Jawzi and Other Prominent Scholars in Bringing Comfort and Hope to the Soul by B.B. Abdulla]()
Timeless Seeds of Advice: The Sayings of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ , Ibn Taymiyyah, Ibn al-Qayyim, Ibn al-Jawzi and Other Prominent Scholars in Bringing Comfort and Hope to the Soul by B.B. Abdulla
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA selection of beautiful and practical pieces of advice from the Quran, the Prophet PBUH and Islam’s great scholars on repentance, guidance and purification. This book is designed to serve as a source of hope and strength for those going through difficult times, while providing numerous important pieces of knowledge and guidance for all readers and all times... -
![New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional (Gift Edition) by Paul David Tripp]()
New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional (Gift Edition) by Paul David Tripp
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsMornings can be tough. Sometimes, a hearty breakfast and strong cup of coffee just aren't enough. Offering far more than a rush of caffeine, best-selling author Paul David Tripp aims to energize Christian readers with the most potent encouragement imaginable: the gospel. Each of the 366 devotional readings leads off with a compelling, gospel-centered thought, followed by an extended meditation... -
![No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners: Clear Answers to Burning Questions About Core Buddhist Teachings by Noah Rasheta]()
No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners: Clear Answers to Burning Questions About Core Buddhist Teachings by Noah Rasheta
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsPresented in a practical Q&A format, No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners is the most clear-cut introductory guide to understanding the essential concepts of Buddhism and how they relate to your daily life...Categorized as:
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![The Amen Effect: Ancient Wisdom to Mend Our Broken Hearts and World by Sharon Brous]()
The Amen Effect: Ancient Wisdom to Mend Our Broken Hearts and World by Sharon Brous
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe national bestsellerFrom one of our country’s most prominent rabbis, an inspiring book about the power of community based on one of her most impactful sermons... -
![Bodhisattva Mind: Teachings to Cultivate Courage and Awareness in the Midst of Suffering by Pema Chödrön]()
Bodhisattva Mind: Teachings to Cultivate Courage and Awareness in the Midst of Suffering by Pema Chödrön
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA bodhisattva is one who seeks liberation from suffering not only for themselves, but for all beings...Categorized as:
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![Awakening Loving-Kindness by Pema Chödrön]()
Awakening Loving-Kindness by Pema Chödrön
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThis new, redesigned edition of Awakening Loving-Kindness shares inspiration and encouragement for cultivating kindness--by embracing the joy, suffering, confusion, and brilliance of our everyday lives... -
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![Wildwood Tarot Book & Cards by Mark Ryan, John Matthews]()
Wildwood Tarot Book & Cards by Mark Ryan, John Matthews
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsBased on the seasonal rhythms and festivals of the ancient year, "The Wildwood Tarot" draws its inspiration from pre-Celtic mythology and shamanic mysteries, placing mystical archetypes into a nature-based system rich in shamanic wisdom and forest lore... -
![One Day at a Time in Al-Anon by Al-Anon Family Groups]()
One Day at a Time in Al-Anon by Al-Anon Family Groups
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsOne Day at a Time in Al-AnonAl-Anon Family Group... -
![Teachings on Love by Thich Nhat Hanh]()
Teachings on Love by Thich Nhat Hanh
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWeaving together traditional stories, personal experiences, and a deep understanding of the Buddha's way of mindful living, Thich Nhat Hanh provides step-by-step practices that foster understanding and intimacy in any relationship and extend our love even to those that cause us pain...Categorized as:
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![The Words of My Perfect Teacher by Patrul Rinpoche, Dalai Lama XIV]()
The Words of My Perfect Teacher by Patrul Rinpoche, Dalai Lama XIV
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFeaturing a preface by Dalai Lama, a classic handbook written in the nineteenth century outlines the spiritual practices common to all Tibetan Buddhist traditions and makes them accessible through examples from daily life. Original. 10,000 first printing... -
![Crazy Faith: It's Only Crazy Until It Happens by Michael Todd]()
Crazy Faith: It's Only Crazy Until It Happens by Michael Todd
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThe #1 New York Times bestselling author of Relationship Goals and pastor of Transformation Church is back with a new, robust, life-changing message for readers. Michael Todd is the lead pastor of Transformation Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and author of Relationship Goals, a candid, inspiring guide to finding lasting love by getting real about your relationships... -
![Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Awakening by Joseph Goldstein]()
Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Awakening by Joseph Goldstein
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThe mind contains the seeds of its own awakening—seeds that we can cultivate to bring forth the fruits of a life lived consciously. With Mindfulness , Joseph Goldstein shares the wisdom of his four decades of teaching and practice in a book that will serve as a lifelong companion for anyone committed to mindful living and the realization of inner freedom...Categorized as:
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![Not Always So: Practicing the True Spirit of Zen by Shunryu Suzuki, Edward Espe Brown]()
Not Always So: Practicing the True Spirit of Zen by Shunryu Suzuki, Edward Espe Brown
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsPractising the true spirit of Zen. Not Always So is based on Shunryu Suzuki's lectures and is framed in his own inimitable, allusive, paradoxical style, rich with unexpected and off–centre insights. Suzuki knew he was dying at the time of the lectures, which gives his thoughts an urgency and focus even sharper than in the earlier book... -
![The Encyclopedia of Psychoactive Plants: Ethnopharmacology and Its Applications by Christian Rätsch]()
The Encyclopedia of Psychoactive Plants: Ethnopharmacology and Its Applications by Christian Rätsch
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe most comprehensive guide to the botany, history, distribution, and cultivation of all known psychoactive plants• Examines 414 psychoactive plants and related substances• Explores how using psychoactive plants in a culturally sanctioned context can produce important insights into the nature of reality• Contains 797 color photographs and 645 black-and-white illustrationsIn the traditions of...Categorized as:
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![The 5 Levels of Leadership: Proven Steps to Maximize Your Potential by John C. Maxwell]()
The 5 Levels of Leadership: Proven Steps to Maximize Your Potential by John C. Maxwell
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsUse this helpful book to learn about the leadership tools to fuel success, grow your team, and become the visionary you were meant to be. True leadership isn't a matter of having a certain job or title. In fact, being chosen for a position is only the first of the five levels every effective leader achieves... -
![The Ideal Muslimah: The True Islamic Personality of the Muslim Woman as Defined in the Qur’an and Sunnah by محمد علي الهاشمي]()
The Ideal Muslimah: The True Islamic Personality of the Muslim Woman as Defined in the Qur’an and Sunnah by محمد علي الهاشمي
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe Ideal Muslimah is proud of the great position that Islam has given her among humanity. She performs her duties knowing that her role is clearly defined and that her rights are still, even today, greater than what any other ideology has provided. She is a woman of moral excellence, true to her nature, not confused by alien and morally bankrupt ideas... -
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![Developing the Leader Within You by John C. Maxwell]()
Developing the Leader Within You by John C. Maxwell
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsIn this repackaged bestseller John Maxwell examines the differences between leadership styles, outlines principles for inspiring, motivating, and influencing others. These principles can be used in any organization to foster integrity and self-discipline and bring a positive change... -
![You Can Change: God's Transforming Power for Our Sinful Behavior and Negative Emotions by Tim Chester]()
You Can Change: God's Transforming Power for Our Sinful Behavior and Negative Emotions by Tim Chester
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsIt's about heart change, not behavior change. That's the conviction of Tim Chester as he seeks to help everyday Christians connect the truth about God with our Monday-morning struggles... -
![Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets: 5 Questions to Help You Determine Your Next Move by Andy Stanley]()
Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets: 5 Questions to Help You Determine Your Next Move by Andy Stanley
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsGood questions lead to better decisions. Discover five game-changing questions to ask every time you make a decision--questions that will help you in your finances, relationships, career, and more.Your decisions determine the direction and quality of your life. Your decisions create the story of your life... -
![The Wisdom of Yoga: A Seeker's Guide to Extraordinary Living by Stephen Cope]()
The Wisdom of Yoga: A Seeker's Guide to Extraordinary Living by Stephen Cope
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFor modern spiritual seekers and yoga students alike, here is an irreverent yet profound guide to the most sophisticated teachings of the yoga wisdom tradition–now brought to contemporary life by a celebrated author, psychotherapist, and leading American yoga instructor...Categorized as:
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![I Can See Clearly Now by Wayne W. Dyer]()
I Can See Clearly Now by Wayne W. Dyer
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsFor many years, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer’s fans have wondered when he would write a memoir...Categorized as:
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![Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors: A Search for Who We Are by Carl Sagan, Ann Druyan]()
Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors: A Search for Who We Are by Carl Sagan, Ann Druyan
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 19 ratings"Dazzling...A feast. Absorbing and elegantly written, it tells of the origins of life on earth, describes its variety and character, and culminates in a discussion of human nature and the complex traces of humankind's evolutionary past... It is an amazing story masterfully told...
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