What is nature's place in our spiritual lives? In today’s modern culture, we’ve become separated from the sacredness of the natural world. This book offers a different, eye- and soul-opening way of vi
Traces twenty-five hundred years of Jewish views of immortality and the afterlife, and argues that Judaism teaches belief in bodily resurrection and the abolition of death after the end of the world
Jewish Science Fiction and Fantasy? Yes! Wandering Stars is the landmark collection of Jewish science fiction and fantasy. The first of its kind, it is an e
With a positive theology of change, we can live as Christians known not for disagreements or self-interest, but for our love through difficulty."When congregations can move forward from conflict, weat
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:
A major new Jewish contribution to 12-Step spirituality.Claim the spiritual freedom that waits beyond the suffering and slavery of addiction."One of the important similarities between AA and Jewish sp
A major new Jewish contribution to 12-Step spirituality.Claim the spiritual freedom that waits beyond the suffering and slavery of addiction."One of the important similarities between AA and Jewish sp
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
You no longer have to choose between what you know and what you believe—an accessible introduction to a theological game-changer."I wrote this book for you if you want to be able to locate your life i
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
Maybe you’re praying and you don’t even know it.In this unique and encouraging guide to prayer, Kent Ira Groff, a longtime retreat leader and inspiring writer-poet, explores how to engage in spiritual
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
In a provocative and challenging guide, a renowned activist outlines the principles of spiritual activism and demonstrates how individuals can use their own divine spark to join God in partnership to
The first comprehensive resource for pastoral care in the Jewish tradition—and a vital resource for counselors and caregivers of other faith traditions.The essential reference for rabbis, cantors and
Extraordinary wisdom to help you understand yourself, lead your life and deal with other people."As human beings, we have instincts for both good and evil, conscious and unconscious. To rectify oursel
Extraordinary wisdom to help you understand yourself, lead your life and deal with other people."As human beings, we have instincts for both good and evil, conscious and unconscious. To rectify oursel
A theologian probes for clues that will help answer the deepest questions of one's spiritual search, exploring how one knows if God really exists, how one knows when God is present, and how much contr
In a provocative and challenging guide, a renowned activist outlines the principles of spiritual activism and demonstrates how individuals can use their own divine spark to join God in partnership to
Breathe New Life into Your Prayer with the Wisdom of Kabbalah and the Hasidic Masters Jewish mystics teach that every word a person utters in prayer should radiate light. Even the letters of the words
Breathe New Life into Your Prayer with the Wisdom of Kabbalah and the Hasidic Masters Jewish mystics teach that every word a person utters in prayer should radiate light. Even the letters of the words
Explores the spiritual meaning of the Jewish Sabbath, and provides information about every aspect of the holy day and all the resources needed to prepare for and celebrate it, including songs and pray
"Life makes warriors of us all.To emerge the victors, we must armourselves with the most potent of weapons.That weapon is prayer."—Rebbe Nachman of BreslovThe “gentle weapon” of prayer can ease the so
How do I find greater wholeness in my life and in my family’s life? "To appreciate the importance of the Bible and gain insight about ourselves from it,
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
The first comprehensive resource for pastoral care in the face of disaster—a vital resource for clergy, seminarians, pastoral counselors and caregivers of all faith traditions. Updated and expanded!Th
Chaos becoming cosmos—we are participants and recipients in its meaning and marvels."Human beings and our ancestors have been meaning seekers and meaning makers even before our most ancient beginnings
Chaos becoming cosmos—we are participants and recipients in its meaning and marvels."Human beings and our ancestors have been meaning seekers and meaning makers even before our most ancient beginnings
Authentic teaching is messy, exciting, frustrating, joyful, challenging—and sacred."Through stories, information and reflection, we [will look] inward, going more deeply into the discovery of who we a
Growing Older Can Be a Time of Growing in Depth and Wisdom"My sense is that the whole journey beyond midlife is a mysterious blend of light and dark, wholeness and fragility…. We have a chance beyond
Growing Older Can Be a Time of Growing in Depth and Wisdom"My sense is that the whole journey beyond midlife is a mysterious blend of light and dark, wholeness and fragility…. We have a chance beyond
A fascinating exploration of the many faces of God and what they reveal about our own humanity.He was a whole pantheon in Himself.... He constantly appeared in many and ever-changing roles lest He be
Encourages believers to approach forgiveness and reconciliation through a step-by-step process, teaching how to forgive, how to be forgiven, and how to draw strength from the Divine at the center of a
A fascinating exploration of the many faces of God and what they reveal about our own humanity.He was a whole pantheon in Himself.... He constantly appeared in many and ever-changing roles lest He be
A guide to the deeper meaning behind the Hebrew text of blessing guides readers through its six opening words to reveal how they combine to promote such benefits as joy, appreciation, wonder, thankful
"The prayer book is our Jewish diary of the centuries, a collection of prayers composed by generations of those who came before us, as they endeavored to express the meaning of their lives and their r
Now with facing-page commentary that illumintes and explains the text, this classic of Russian spirituality offers the timeless account of an anonymous wanderer who set out on a journey across ninetee
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
