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This award-winning biography, now available for the first time in English, presents an illuminating introduction to Alasdair MacIntyre and locates his thinking in the intellectual milieu of twentieth-century philosophy.Winner of the prestigious 2005 Philippe Habert Prize, the late Emile Perreau-Saussine's Alasdair MacIntyre: Une biographie intellectuelle stands as a definitive introduction to the life and work of one of today's leading moral philosophers. With Nathan J. Pinkoski's translation, this long-awaited, critical examination of MacIntyre's thought is now available to English readers for the first time, including a foreword by renowned philosopher Pierre Manent.Amid the confusions and contradictions of our present philosophical landscape, few have provided the clarity of thought and shrewdness of diagnosis like Alasdair MacIntyre. In this study, Perreau-Saussine guides his readers through MacIntyre's lifelong project by tracking his responses to liberalism's limitations in light of the human search for what is good and true in politics, philosophy, and theology. The portrait that emerges is one of an intellectual giant who comes to oppose modern liberal individualism's arguably singular focus on averting evil at the expense of a concerted pursuit of human goods founded upon moral and practical reasoning. Although throughout his career MacIntyre would engage with a number of theoretical and practical standpoints in service of his critique of liberalism, not the least of which was his early and later abandoned dalliance with Marxism, Perreau-Saussine convincingly shows how the Scottish philosopher came to hold that Aristotelian Thomism provides the best resources to counter what he perceives as the failure of the liberal project. Readers of MacIntyre's works, as well as scholars and students of moral philosophy, the history of philosophy, and theology, will find this translation to be an essential addition to their collection.

New York Times bestselling author and pastor Steven Furtick shows the reader how to find their God-given identity and calling and to grow into the person God designed them to be all along.

Die 1534 vollständig erschienene Lutherbibel veränderte die Weltgeschichte nachhaltig. Sie machte die Bibel in der Volkssprache erstmals für Laien zugänglich und markierte damit eine Zäsur in der Geschichte des Christentums mit der Herausbildung des "allgemeinen Priestertums der Gläubigen" und die Herausbildung des Protestantismus. In diesem mit großer Sorgfalt hergestellten zweibändigen Nachdruck präsentiert TASCHEN sowohl das Alte als auch das Neue Testament in Luthers bahnbrechender Übersetzung. Auf der Grundlage des kostbaren Originals der Herzogin Anna Amalia Bibliothek, das heute zum UNESCO-Weltdokumentenerbe zählt, offenbart der Band die vielschichtige Pracht dieser Bibel, mit ihrem akkuraten Schriftbild, ihren kunstvollen Initialen und den vorzüglichen farbigen Holzschnitten aus der Werkstatt Lucas Cranachs des Älteren . Stephan Füssel, Buchwissenschaftler der Johannes-Gutenberg-Universität zu Mainz, bereichert diese Publikation durch detaillierte Beschreibungen der Illustrationen sowie einer Einleitung, die Luthers Leben und die weltbewegende Bedeutung dieser Bibel herausarbeitet.

WORKOUT PROGRAM AND GUIDE INCLUDEDWhat if the body and mind were not in opposition but rather negotiation? Both aid each other in the pursuit of human excellence. Muscular Christianity: A Case for Spiritual and Physical Fitness explores the benefits of physical fitness in a Christian's walk with God. It takes a holistic approach to physical, mental, and spiritual health. This transformative book seamlessly merges the timeless principles of faith, self-help, and physical wellness to empower you to lead a life of purpose, strength, and fulfillment.This book will go over how the virtues and philosophy that flow from sports and athletics are important to a Christian. Those virtues connect with masculinity, and why they are sorely needed in the church and the broader Christian movement.Reignite your sense of purpose, discover your inner strength, and embark on a journey of self-improvement that combines the best of faith and self-help principles. "Muscular Christianity: A Case for Spiritual and Physical Fitness" is your invitation to lead a life of unwavering determination, profound spirituality, and unshakeable vitality. It's time to sculpt a better you. Physically, mentally, and spiritually.

A visual pilgrimage through holy mountains, great pyramids, primeval burial grounds and soaring cathedrals of light, Sacred Sites celebrates the ways we transform the world around us through ritual, creativity, and worship. Featuring essays, interviews, and more than 400 images, ranging from ancient temples to contemporary works of modern land art.

ONE OF MY FAVOURITE STORYTELLERS. THESE TALES LINGERED, MORPHED, CONSUMED ME'KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVEWhat will the end of the world look like?Will it be an old man slowly turned to gold, flowers raining from the sky, or a hole cut through the wire fencing that keeps the monsters out? Is it someone you love wearing your face, or a good old fashioned inter-dimensional summoning? Does it sound like a howl outside the window, or does it look like coming home? This startling and irresistibly witty collection from the phenomenally talented Moïra Fowley is an exploration of all our darkest impulses and deepest fears.

Few other books have caused as much stir in the Church of England in recent decades as has For the Parish. Twelve years on from its publication, in the wake of the Covid pandemic and the 'Save the Parish' movement much has changed, but much has stayed the same.In this follow up to this influential and controversial book, new and already familiar themes are newly inflected in the debates of the present time: principally minster hubs, the 'Emerging Church' programme and the Strategic Development Fund. Alison Milbank challenges the ecclesiology, models of theological anthropology and the analysis of secularism that are present (explicitly or implicitly) in these movements, and offer a striking and encouraging vision of what the parish model could offer to our anxious world.

· Do you want to amuse your kids with the basics of Islam?· Do you need to make your children know Islam, what Quran is and who is Muhammad (PBUH)?You are going to read the finest book 'Islam for Kids" which is a wonderful collection of all the facts and figures that you would teach your children. It is meant to read your child to develop thinking about religion. This book will prove you a better tutor to make your kids a good Muslim who can differentiate between the value of heaven and hell. Your children will learn that what to do in life and what are the things to avoid. Here your child will find:¿ What is Islam, and What is Quran?¿ Who is Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?¿ What are the five important pillars of Islam?¿ What are good and bad deeds, and what is the reward of doing good acts?With the help of 'Islam for Kids'', you can polish your child's perspective about religion. Follow this easy and simple book and let your child understand the link of a Muslim with Allah Almighty.

Det er mange som er fysiske syke. Noen av de har sykdommer som er synnli fra utsiden av kroppen dies men andre har sykdommer som er ikke synnnlig. Disse trenger helbredelse. Jesus Kristus er svaret.Det finnes andre folk som har sysike sykdommer, som sånn depression, sjalusi og mye annet. Psykologer gjør det beste de kan for å gi svar til disse typer folk.Men, Jesus er Guds svar til alt det mennesket trenger. Han er de rette svaret for alle mennesker. Han har gitt i Hans død, oppstandelse og tronesetting, alt det mennesker rtenger for total helbredelse på alle nivåer.Den troende er kalt til å gå inn i alt det Herren har gitt til deg for at du kan bli helbredet. Han må jobbe sammen med Jesus sånn at du kan få alt det Herren Jesus tilbyr deg. Noen ganger så krever det at han også, som Herren Jesus, må løfte opp korset hans og følge Jesus og dø på den- for hans kjærlighet av "seg selv". Ut av ddenne døden, så kommer det ikke bare perfekt indre helbredelse, men også perfekt indre helbredelse i evighet.Må denne boken hjelpe de som er fanget av redselv, sjalusi, bitterhet, depression og de som er like, å gå inn i Guds sønners herlige frihet.

The 18 essays in this volume offer a cross-section of Preus's research and commentary on the doctrine of justification and on the Lutheran Confessions and their application in the life of the church today. Also included in this volume are 4 reflections on the life and ministry of Robert Preus provided by David P. Scaer, John Stephenson, Kurt Marquart and Daniel Preus.Preface and introduction written by Klemet I. Preus, Robert's son.

Unlock the Power of the Gayatri Mantra and Illuminate Your Spiritual Journey! Discover the profound wisdom and transformative energy of the Gayatri Mantra in this enlightening guide, "Gayatri Mantra: Awaken the Divine Light Within." Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or new to the world of mantras, this book provides a comprehensive exploration of the Gayatri Mantra, its origins, and its applications in daily life. Immerse yourself in the captivating history and origins of the Gayatri Mantra, tracing its roots back to ancient Vedic scriptures. Uncover the deeper meanings and symbolic significance behind its sacred syllables, and explore how its vibrations resonate with the core of your being. Decoding the secrets of this ancient mantra, you will embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening. Learn how the power of sound and vibration can harmonize your energy centers, balance your mind, and connect you to the universal consciousness. Step-by-step, you will be guided through various meditation techniques to incorporate the Gayatri Mantra into your daily practice. Discover how to invoke the divine light within and cultivate a profound sense of peace, clarity, and spiritual growth. Harness the mantra's energy to manifest your desires, enhance your intuition, and embrace a life filled with abundance and purpose. With practical tips, you will explore the ways to integrate the Gayatri Mantra into your daily life. Unleash its power to transform your relationships, promote well-being, and create a harmonious environment for yourself and others. Let the mantra become your guide, empowering you to navigate life's challenges with grace and resilience. Unlock the ancient wisdom, ignite the divine light within, and embark on a journey of spiritual illumination.

The teachings contained in this book are the profound revelations of the Truth of the Self and how to realize it from Bhagavan Sri Ramana Maharshi. The book is the original version of the English translation of Sri Ramana Maharshi's "Upadesa Manjari," which was long out of print. SAT has republished it in its entirety in the form of this book. The actual text is considerably different in expression and the details of the teachings from the more commonly known version of this work published as "Spiritual Instruction." Includes all of the original notes and explanations.

In To Will and To Do, twentieth-century French thinker Jacques Ellul presented his landmark theological contribution, yet the full text has never before been available in English. Incorporating recent insights on Ellul, and benefitting from the discovery of a lost manuscript, this new publication remedies this, combining a fresh translation of Volume One with a first English translation of Volume Two. Together, the two volumes constitute the first part of Ellul's planned four-part treatment of Christian ethics. In Volume One, Ellul examines the origin of the problem of Good and Evil, surveys the contemporary morality of Western society, and provocatively sketches the paradox of an impossible and yet necessary Christian ethics. In Volume Two, he carries this discussion forward, outlining the characteristics and conditions of Christian ethics, and analysing the relationship between ethics, the legal texts of the Bible, and dogmatic theology. He concludes by reimagining the theological use of the ¿analogy of faith¿ for scriptural interpretation. Throughout, Ellul remains in dialogue with Karl Barth, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Paul Ricoeur and others, helping to cement To Will and To Do as a major intervention in twentieth-century theological ethics.

The Kitchen Witch returns in this beautifully illustrated companion book to Sarah Robinson's bestseller Kitchen Witch: Food, Folklore and Fairy Tale...including many of the traditional and seasonal recipes referenced in that book.Best-selling authors Sarah Robinson of Kitchen Witch, Yoga for Witches and Yin Magic and Lucy H. Pearce of Burning Woman, Creatrix and Medicine Woman combine forces with a diverse international coven of kitchen witches to share their favourite recipes, rituals and reflections on the magic that can be found...and made in the kitchen.This is a book to be read curled up in a comfy chair, before being covered in earth as you gather in seasonal goodness and splattered with sauce as you cook! The first half of The Kitchen Witch Companion is a nuanced reflection on the fantasy and reality of making magic in the kitchen. The second half is a seasonal collection of recipes and crafts, foraging and ferments, spells and simmer pots, meditations and blessings to inspire you to create, celebrate and gather throughout the Wheel of the Year.

Find Freedom from Demonic Cycles That Hold You CaptiveDo you have a sense of purpose and destiny, but it feels beyond your grasp? Have you received prophetic words that are not coming to pass? Or maybe it just feels like nothing is making progress in your life?For years, bestselling author and global apostolic leader Robert Henderson has helped believers around the world access the Courts of Heaven and receive life-changing breakthroughs straight from Heaven's Throne Room.In this transformational new message, he reveals how the Courts of Heaven hold your God-given destiny-and how to take hold of it, break free from spiritual holding patterns, and partner with the prophetic words spoken over you by God Himself to usher you into a powerful new season.With encouragement, key biblical truth, and practical application, Robert gives you a prophetic map for moving into where God has designed and destined you to go. Along the way you will learn how to:Come into agreement with what God has written about you in your Book of Destiny.Break off the spirit of delay that tries to hinder your progress.Hear, declare, embrace, and obey God's prophetic words.Thrive in God no matter what is going on around you.Don't waste one more day feeling stuck or stagnant. Now is your time to move out of where you are and activate and advance the fullness of your divine destiny.

An elderly lady once left 20,000 dollar and 'my Bible and all it contains' to her nephew. The young man knew what the Bible contained so he didn't bother to open it. He merely picked it up and put it on a high shelf in his house, and headed for Las Vegas. It wasn't long until all his money was gone. He lived the next 60 years as a pauper, scraping for every meal and barely having the clothes on his back. As he was moving to a convalescent home he reached up to grab that old Bible and accidentally dropped it from his trembling hands. It fell to the floor and opened, revealing a 100 dollar bill between every page. That man lived his life as a pauper when he could have lived in luxury, simply because of his prejudice. He thought he knew what the Bible contained. Most people don't know that the Bible contains a wealth of incredible scientific, medical and prophetic facts. The implications are mind bogglingâ¿¿

Love and Longing: Yearning for the Face of God, Sukina Noor's debut poetry collection encapsulates the voice of a seeker in pursuit of nearness to the Divine. The poems are not set in a faraway land where gnostics and mystics gather under the stars but rather her journey begins in the heart of the city where towers of concrete and steel clutter the skyline. Her poems express that the heart can become enflamed with love of the Divine anywhere and her devotion and intoxication are captured in this collection. Her poetry leans into her femininity giving birth to verse that is both tender and powerful. Her collection articulates that following a pathway to God is not a pursuit from a bygone era, but rather one can set out on the journey right now. This collection is an invitation to join the caravan of Sacred Love and never turn back.

"From renowned Zen Buddhist teacher Haemin Sunim, a guide to turning life's challenges into opportunities for self-discovery Have you ever felt like life has thrown you a curveball? Are you struggling to overcome unexpected challenges and setbacks? While loss, heartbreak, and loneliness are all part of the human experience, in this warm guide, internationally bestselling author Haemin Sunim shows us that these moments can actually be rare opportunities for self-discovery, serving as stepping stones to greater things in life. Drawing on Zen Buddhist philosophy and Sunim's own experiences, When Things Don't Go Your Way helps you navigate life's challenges with resilience and grace. Whether you're dealing with rejection, uncertainty, loneliness, conflicts in relationships, or burnout--or simply seeking to improve your mental and emotional well-being--Sunim offers a new spiritual perspective, one that helps us face life's challenges with greater ease and understanding, and offers solace and courage when we need it the most"--

Why you don't have a self-and why that's a good thingIn Losing Ourselves, Jay Garfield, a leading expert on Buddhist philosophy, offers a brief and radically clear account of an idea that at first might seem frightening but that promises to liberate us and improve our lives, our relationships, and the world. Drawing on Indian and East Asian Buddhism, Daoism, Western philosophy, and cognitive neuroscience, Garfield shows why it is perfectly natural to think you have a self-and why it actually makes no sense at all and is even dangerous. Most importantly, he explains why shedding the illusion that you have a self can make you a better person.Examining a wide range of arguments for and against the existence of the self, Losing Ourselves makes the case that there are not only good philosophical and scientific reasons to deny the reality of the self, but that we can lead healthier social and moral lives if we understand that we are selfless persons. The book describes why the Buddhist idea of no-self is so powerful and why it has immense practical benefits, helping us to abandon egoism, act more morally and ethically, be more spontaneous, perform more expertly, and navigate ordinary life more skillfully. Getting over the self-illusion also means escaping the isolation of self-identity and becoming a person who participates with others in the shared enterprise of life.The result is a transformative book about why we have nothing to lose-and everything to gain-by losing our selves.

Pray Without Ceasing is a timeless classic on the subject of prayer by the renowned Christian author and teacher Zacharias Tanee Fomum. In this book, he shares powerful insights and practical advice on how to develop a vibrant and effective prayer life. Drawing from his extensive biblical knowledge and personal experience, he shows how prayer can be a dynamic force that transforms both the praying person and the world around them.Through five thought-provoking chapters, the author explores various aspects of prayer, including the importance of fasting, the need for self-sacrifice, the necessity of removing sin, and the role of the Holy Spirit in prayer. He challenges believers to embrace a lifestyle of prayer, characterized by intimacy with God and a willingness to serve Him with all their heart, soul, and strength.Whether you are a seasoned prayer minister or a newcomer to the faith, this book will inspire and equip you to pray without ceasing and experience the power of God in your life.Open your heart and mind, and let the Holy Spirit guide you on a journey that will revolutionize your prayer life and deepen your relationship with the Almighty.

Cunning Words: a Grimoire of Tales and Magic is a book of witchcraft in three parts. Part I is a collection of stories that connect the seeker to folklore and tales inspired by witchery and lessons written within. Part II is a collection of rhymes that teach specific acts of witchcraft as well as recipes and petitions. Part III is a working guide on using the information provided to build upon your own personal practice as well as charms, rites, and curses extrapolated from the cunning tales.This book is for the most cunning and has been written for the beginner and adept alike. The tales within will introduce you to spirits old and new, the Three Mothers, the Three Wise Healers, The Seven Holy Siblings, and so much more.