Mystic Gifts for the Soul

Original Prayer: Teachings and Meditations on the Aramaic Words of Jesus

by: Neil Douglas-Klotz

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Neil Douglas-Klotz has been praised by sources ranging from The Catholic Times to Creation Spirituality magazine as one of today's most visionary new voices in the revival of Christianity's mystical roots. With Original Prayer, this gifted author and translator offers a welcome new work: a meditative journey into one of the most enduring and beloved cornerstones of the Christian faith - the Lord's Prayer. Original Prayer begins by exploring the many rich layers of meaning enfolded within New Testament scriptures written in Aramaic, the language that Jesus and his disciples actually spoke. Through specific insights revealed within the Aramaic Lord's Prayer, listeners learn eight unique "body prayers," an ancient Middle Eastern form of meditation that engages the entire body in the contemplation of scripture. This is the same devotional practice used by the early Christians to delve into the Gospels - not as a scholarly exercise, but as a living, breathing experience of God. With Prayers of the Cosmos (more than 100,000 copies in print), Neil Douglas-Klotz delighted readers with his fresh and often stunning translations of New Testament scripture. Now, with Original Prayer, they have within their reach a way to experience directly - through the body - the vital wellspring of wisdom "encoded" within the original words of the Lord's Prayer.

Mystical Labyrinth Maze Pewter Pendant Necklace

Amazon Price: $19.99 (as of 06/03/2012)

This piece is a brand new fine crafted pewter pendant necklace. It is made from the highest quality 100% pewter inside and out. Nickle-free. Comes ready to wear with a jewelry black rope necklace or you could put it on your favorite chain. Just amazing!

The Subtleties of the Ascension: Lata'if al-Miraj: Early Mystical Sayings on Muhammad's Heavenly Journey (The Fons Vitae Sulami series)

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The story of Muhammad's Night Journey and Ascension, in which the Prophet travels from Mecca to Jerusalem to Heaven and back in the course of a single night, has enchanted Muslim audiences for centuries; but for the Sufi mystics, the tale took on a special significance, becoming a fulcrum for their teachings. This book includes a never-before-published translation of first-millenium Sufi writings on the Ascension, an extensive annotation and commentary, an edition of the original Arabic text, and an appendix containing invaluable material for the specialist. Finally, beautiful color plates of relevant Persian miniatures and Quranic manuscripts add rich visual accompaniments. The work will appeal to both a general audience and specialists interested in mysticism, Sufism, otherworldly journeys, medieval folklore, and Islamic studies.

The Big Book of Christian Mysticism: The Essential Guide to Contemplative Spirituality

by: Carl McColman

Amazon Price: $10.99 (as of 06/03/2012)

In popular usage, "mysticism" typically refers to New Age or Eastern forms of spirituality. However, the mystical tradition is also an important component of the Christian tradition. At its heart--and much like its expression in other faith traditions--Christian mysticism is an ancient practice that incorporates meditation, contemplation, worship, philosophy, the quest for personal enlightenment, and the experience of Divine presence.

This volume is a comprehensive introduction and guide to Christian mysticism. It is a big book about a big possibility: the hope of achieving real, blissful, experiential unison with God. Among the topics covered here are a general introduction to mysticism, the Bible and mysticism, the history and types of Christian mysticism, biographical sketches of leading Christian mystics, and practical instructions about practicing mysticism today.

This is a breathtaking work that explores a form of spirituality that has changed lives over the course of 2,000 years. Learning about Christian mysticism and how it has been articulated through the centuries will prove inspirational for today's seekers, regardless of the faith tradition.

LARGE SITTING DRAGON HOLDING A BALL 18 INCHES TALL

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Bejeweled and breathtakingly beautiful, a majestic dragon comes straight from the pages of legend to grace your "castle". Shimmering in tones of amethyst, azure and tipped with gleaming gold, with sculpted details so realistic you'll swear that this winged guardian is ready to spring to life! Resin. 15 1/2" x 8 3/4" x 18" high.

Jewish Tales of Mystic Joy

by: Yitzhak Buxbaum

Amazon Price: $7.06 (as of 06/03/2012)

Jewish Tales of Mystic Joy reveals the happiness that awaits us if we strive for real spirituality. The stories are about pious rabbis and humble tailors, about dancing, singing, laughing, and crying, but their common denominator is always joyous ecstasy. Drawing us into a world of devotion, the tales allow us to taste the bliss that comes from a life lived from the very center of one's self. Each story comes alive in joy and produces a "holy shiver" that speaks to the soul.

Unbounded Wholeness: Dzogchen, Bon, and the Logic of the Nonconceptual

by: Anne Carolyn Klein, Geshe Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche

Amazon Price: $23.61 (as of 06/03/2012)