Drawing on chants from many faith traditions, this invigorating guidebook invites readers to use their own voices to create sacred sounds, and includes chants written out with notation, a list of Inte
A spiritual memoir by the author of God Is a Verb."This book is a treasure map, but not like any you have seen before. Most people believe that the object of a treasure hunt is to find a chest of gold
A fun-filled introduction to the joys of doing good deeds and mitzvot.Join Mitzvah Meerkat and friends as they introduce children to the everyday kindnesses that mark the beginning of a Jewish journey
You no longer have to choose between what you know and what you believe—an accessible introduction to a theological game-changer.New in Paperback!Long description:
This intriguing introduction to Islamic spirituality can be a companion on your own spiritual journey. Over the centuries, Islamic sages have gleaned timeless spiritual insights and practices from sac
An inspiring introduction to the most important lesson for today's busy world: the take-away is to take away."All we can hope to accomplish--by paying attention--is to learn to live with the mystery,
An accessible introduction to the concepts of Jewish mysticism, their religiousand spiritual significance, and how they relate to our lives. The Way Into Jewish Mystical Tradition allows us to experie
A welcoming introduction to the most important ideas in Judaism.In an age of fluid identity, many people are honestly asking the question "Why be Jewish?" What in this religious and ethnic legacy is w
Introduces the genre of Jewish ethical literature, with excerpts from classics such as The Path of the Upright and Duties of the Heart, showing what it means to be truly Jewish in one's work life, rel
Take a delectable journey through the religious history of chocolate—a real treat!In this new and updated second edition, explore the surprising Jewish and other religious connections to chocolate in
Presented in the form of letters from a rabbi to his sons, Why Judaism Matters is common sense guidance and a road map for a new generation of young men and women who find Jewish orthodoxy, tradition,
Torah can help you recover your soul—if you are willing to ask yourself the right questions."If the Torah is the all-encompassing moral compass that it claims to be, and I believe it to be so, then we
An innovative handbook to the world of the Jewish mystics that opens up a window onto a higher reality."When we embark upon the path of the mystic ... this earthly plane is no longer the focus of our
Reconnect with the ancient soul of Jewish spiritual life and practice."Jewish spirituality is organically linked to the natural rhythms of the universe. To a great extent, Jewish religious traditions
Discover Henri Nouwen's authentic, spacious spirituality of being deeply beloved."When we are at one with our self, it becomes effortless for us to welcome and embrace the same self where God resides,
Balance and integrate the components of your inner life in order to become more present, joyful and effective."At our best, we may experience a taste of completeness infused with gratitude that prompt
What are the qualities you need to live fully and lead authentically in our age?"Is it possible for our institutions of work to become, in the words of American political analyst Yuval Levin, 'soul-fo
Open wide your mind—and your community—to fresh concepts of synagogue financial and spiritual success."[A] welcome addition.... Replete with examples of synagogues, independent minyanim and spiritual
The author look beyond the grave to explore Jewish beliefs about the afterlife, drawing on traditional Jewish texts to discuss numerous perspectives on this important topic.
Updated and Revised! Includes Glossary of Popular Religious SymbolsWe North Americans live in a remarkably diverse society, and it's increasingly common to be invited to a wedding, funeral or other re
Reconnect with Judaism's most important contribution to humanity—and redeem our world."The gift of Judaism is an understanding of what it means to be a human being—what we can do, what we can hope for
Interfaith as a Faith—A Way to Move Past Preaching about Love and Compassion to Actually Practicing Them"A commitment to Interfaith is no small commitment. Nor is it an easy commitment. But I do belie
Meditation empowers us to transcend our material mind-set and touch the Infinite and Eternal."True meditation transforms the way we see reality.... It touches the place inside us where a spark of the
Fresh, inclusive, creation-conscious prayers to nourish your soul—and the soul of your worship community."We are called to name the extravagant wildness of God, the overflowing abundance of creation,
By breaking free from our misperceptions about what it means to be an adult, we can reshape our world and become harbingers of grace."In our desire to grow up, mature, become adults, we become enamore
Awaken to the wonders of your dreamself, and energize your spiritual potential for self-understanding and self-healing."Without a doubt, people of all times and places have had the capacity to dream t
These ancient stories whisper truth to your soul. Great stories have the power to draw the heart. But certain stories have the power to draw the heart to God and awaken the better angels of our nature
Presents essays that explore leadership and spirituality in order to inspire women, regardless of their spiritual tradition, to unite and become spiritual leaders.
Teachings from this fourteenth-century mystic provide spiritual direction and call for you to open yourself, body and soul, to divine love.Many people are familiar with the phrase "All shall be well"
In time for Pope Francis's new initiatives. We now have the potential to end two thousand years of hostility—will we succeed? New in paperback!With keen wisdom and a masterful understanding of history
Insights, Ideas and Activities for Discussing with Teen Guys What It Means to Become a Jewish ManA step-by-step guide to creative use of The JGuy's Guide: A GPS for Jewish Teen Guys in the classroom o
Explore the many dimensions of the pilgrimage experience and change your orientation to the world."Pilgrimage is an opportunity for pilgrims to cultivate their inner life (or inner voice) in a way tha
The user-friendly, interfaith guide to making and using labyrinths—for meditation, prayer and celebration—updated, revised and expanded!A labyrinth is a circuitous path that people have used as a form
Take Your Understanding of Church Teachings from Limiting to Life-Giving—and Free Your Faith to Flourish"No longer sustained by easy answers, we may find ourselves standing before a three-pronged fork
A how-to for Jewish spirituality that works."A spiritual seeker is a person whose soul is awake. In this book I make no assumptions about how much you know about Judaism, what holidays you keep, or wh
A celebration of Jewish men's voices in prayer—to strengthen, to heal, to comfort, to inspire from the ancient world up to our own day."An extraordinary gathering of men—diverse in their ages, their l
In a culture enthralled with technology, striving and speed, people of many faith traditions and no faithtradition long to slow down, pay attention and wakeup to the present moment. They want help in
How to transform the model of twentieth-century Jewish institutions into twenty-first-century relational communities offering meaning and purpose, belonging and blessing."What really matters is that w
