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Whether you are already on the spiritual path or just beginning, this book will surely broaden your horizons. In this engaging exploration of Zen and its mystical teachings, you will uncover a rich tapestry of spiritual insights that guide you on a transformative journey toward fulfillment, renewal and discovering your authentic self. Through this book, you can learn to reconnect with the essence of your being and find true belonging in life—a journey that begins with the mystic impulse, the deep yearning for spiritual fulfillment that calls to us all. Arnie Lade draws from his own experience and practice, and the wisdom of his teacher, Willigis Jäger, to guide you toward transformation. Willigis, a distinguished Benedictine monk, priest and Zen Master, was revered for his profound contributions to Zen and Christian contemplation. He was unique in being recognized and confirmed in both the Japanese Zen and Chinese Chan traditions, making him one of Europe’s most influential spiritual teachers.
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, th...
Life is a complex journey, and each of us must find our own way. But sometimes we take a wrong turn and get lost. When that happens we have to backtrack and begin again. We are living in a time when many young adults who dropped out of church in high school or college are seeking to reconnect with their faith, while older Christians are feeling a need to turn their own lives around. Finding the Way offers help for all Christians who are hungry for an intimate relationship with God and want to restart their spiritual journey on a path they can see clearly, explain simply, follow faithfully, and share with others. This is a book for those who want to practice Christian faith as a way of life, not merely accept it as a system of doctrine.We are not lost in a trackless, twenty-first-century spiritual wasteland. There is a Way that can lead us home to God. We have companions on the journey, and the Good Shepherd himself will guide us. Finding the Way calls us to brave the steep, upward journey with Jesus--to rededicate ourselves boldly to the imitation of Christ.
A guide to the names and specialities of American and Canadian publishers, editors, and literary agents includes information on the acquisition process and on choosing literary agents.
Now updated for 2008, this annual edition of the classic bestselling directory provides everything working writers need to find the most receptive publishers, editors, and agents for their work.
The Key to Unlocking Your Writing Success This ultimate writer's reference connects you to who's who in the publishing industry. Inside, you'll find the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail and Web addresses for hundreds of top editors and agents, plus essays from industry insiders who reveal the secrets to big-time success. With the most up-to-date information on an industry that's constantly changing, this new edition offers everything you need to get past the slush piles and into the hands of the real players in the publishing field, including how to write attention-grabbing book proposals and thrive off rejection. Now, you hold the keys to getting published.
Brings you current information on the fast-changing publishing industry, to help you write to the right editors at the right addresses.
"Writer's Guide to Book Editors, Publishers, and Literary Agents gets you past the slush piles and into the hands of the right people. This one-of-a-kind reference gives you the names, addresses, and phone numbers of hundreds of top editors and agents and includes essays by savvy "insiders" who reveal the secrets to winning them over. More comprehensive than ever before, this year's edition gives you everything you need to know to get published, from writing the knockout book proposal to turning initial rejection into ultimate success. This deluxe edition includes a CD-ROM that contains the entire database of agents and publishers along with systems for tracking submissions, expenses, titles...
The lives of the saints point us to God and their prayers encourage us to be open and honest in our own praying. When we cannot find the right words to say, the simplicity and directness of their prayers will help us articulate our deepest longings to God. When we feel that God is silent, this collection of striking, honest and memorable prayers will teach us to discern God's loving purpose for us.