Mystic Gifts for the Soul

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Welcome to my Mystical Holiday Gift Guide!

My own definition of a mystic is a person who connects with the underlying truths in all religions.

Mystics do not commit to dogma. Mystics look within. But sometimes they need external support, so here are some soul nourishing resources to cherish.

"The mystic is not a special kind of person; every person is a special kind of mystic." --William McNamara

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Teachings and Meditations on the Aramaic Words of Jesus [Audiobook] [Audio CD]

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

Amazon Price: $43.94 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

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

Mystical Labyrinth Maze Pewter Pendant Necklace

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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

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

Amazon Price: $15.60 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

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.

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

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

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

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.

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Mystical Dragon

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.

Divine Soles

Vibes Up (click on the picture) is a company that is completely into vibration. They have a wide variety of items, but one that I recently bought for myself - called Divine Soles that go in your shoes and help you to connect with the earth. Check em out.

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Jewish Tales of Mystic Joy

Jewish Tales of Mystic Joy

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

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.

On the Non-Conceptual by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche

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

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Mystic Mountain Messenger Bag

Roomy enough to hold your laptop, books, diapers and more!

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Jewelry with Good Wishes

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Sufi Heart with Wings Hoodie

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Comments on My Mystic Gift Guide

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  • Ladymermaid Dec 6, 2011 @ 10:18 am | delete
    Lol...I love the divine soles (so cute) definitely a great gift for the mystic on someone's gift list or for anyone concerned about natural elements. We absorb through the soles of our feet so these natural foot pads could be very healing.
  • RinchenChodron Dec 19, 2011 @ 1:59 pm | delete
    I have a pair and they are wonderful! Glad you liked them.
  • RitaK Dec 23, 2010 @ 12:33 am | delete
    Wonderful gift selection!
  • mysticmama Dec 8, 2010 @ 7:01 pm | delete
    Great gift ideas ~ as a mystic I can confirm that I would love to recieve these gifts :)
    ~ Blessed by a Squid Angel >*
  • emmalarkins Dec 7, 2010 @ 1:03 pm | delete
    Ooo, I got shivers just looking at this!
  • soma Dec 5, 2010 @ 11:53 am | delete
    A great book on Christian Mysticism that explains the metaphysics in contemporary language. A book that explains the science of Christian mysticism is "Evolution of Consciousness" by John Kuykendall. It is a journey to a personal experience with Christ that goes through the layers of the mind and the parts of the mind. It transforms God from being an object to an actual spiritual experience.

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