The most inspirational and thought-provoking ruminations on spirituality. 1,001 Pearls of Spiritual Wisdom collects the most comforting and thought-provoking thoughts ever spoken and written. Not bound by any particular religion or ideology, the quotes inside reflect humanity’s most profound thoughts on the body, the soul, and how spirituality has provided us with the power and opportunity to live satisfying and enriching lives. Categorized by some of the most foundational spiritual themes, 1,001 Pearls of Spiritual Wisdom provides you with introspections for any situation or state of mind. Here are ideas to further your education into spirituality, to help you find success and fulfillment in your life and in the lives of those around you. Just a few examples you’ll find inside are: “Just as a candle cannot burn without fire, men cannot live without a spiritual life.” —Buddha “I know God will not give me anything I can’t handle. I just wish he didn’t trust me so much.” —Mother Teresa “My religion consists of a humble admiration of the illimitable superior spirit who reveals himself in the slight details we are able to perceive with our frail and feeble mind.” —Albert Einstein

The newest title in Chronicle's best-selling 1,001 series (over half a million copies sold) marries the wisdom of the Bible with exuberant artwork in our signature chunky format. 1,001 Pearls of Bible Wisdom is an inspiring collection of the most enlightening, uplifting, and poetic verses from the Bible. It quotes from both the Old and New Testaments, and is organized by such universal themes as forgiveness, humility, justice, and compassion. These pearls of wisdom are accompanied by lucid explanations of the Bible's major events, such as the Exodus from Egypt, the Last Supper, and the Crucifixion. Readers of any faith can turn to these profound insights for guidance, comfort, and inspiration.

The latest book in Chronicle's best-selling collection of tiny treasuries combines our winning chunky format and copious colorful artwork with the eternal wisdom of the Buddha. 1,001 Pearls of Buddhist Wisdom is an inspiring collection of teachings drawn from traditional sources, such as the Zen philosophy of Japan and the tantric practices of Tibet, as well as European thinkers and contemporary Buddhists. Themed sections address such basic human themes as good and bad karma, developing empathy, and how to be happy. Also included are clear explanations of key Buddhist concepts and accounts of historical moments. Full of accessible Eastern teachings, 1,001 Pearls of Buddhist Wisdom offers insights to inspire, instruct, and set readers on the path to nirvana.

This chunky, richly colorful volume takes yoga "beyond the mat" to reveal classic yogic wisdom pertaining to the mind,emotions, spirit, and of course, the body. Drawing from such classical texts as the Bhagavad Gita and the Upanishads, as well as modern Indian and Western teachers, this treasure trove of yoga knowledge defines key terms and highlights important themes. It's also a helpful supplement to yoga classes, offering asanas, meditations, breathingexercises, mantras, and mudras for every occasion and skill level. Just the right size to pop into a yoga bag, here's a guide to the practical and philosophical aspects of yoga that complements any spiritual practice.

In this extensive collection of words to enlighten your mind and uplift your spirit, you will find something applicable to any problem, situation, or conundrum, as well as the inspiration for living your everyday life to the fullest. From the classic wisdom of thinkers such as Aristotle, Francis Bacon, and Thoreau, to the brilliance of more modern luminaries such as Maya Angelou, Golda Meir, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Winston Churchill, and even lighthearted guidance from Dave Barry and Oprah, every page of this book holds valuable insight and enlightenment. When caught up in the mundane tasks of our daily lives, it’s easy to get stuck in a rut and not be able to see a way out. Seeing clearly the “big picture” of the world around us can be tough. At times like these, a pearl of wisdom from this all-encompassing selection can give you just the life-changing spark you need to rethink and recharge. Selected from the greatest minds in literature, history, philosophy, philanthropy, and art—and divided into categories such as Life in the Universe, Truth, and Relationships—these 1,001 Pearls of Life-Changing Wisdom are sure to be the catalyst you need to start making the positive changes that you want in your life.

Confidence is not something that most people are born with. It is crafted through hard work and dedication. The key to confidence is trust in yourself and always believing that you’re capable of doing anything. In 1,001 Ways to Build Confidence, you will hear from writers, politicians, and many other people who have persevered through tough times and, because of their inner confidence, have been successful. You will get to read wisdom from all sorts of people, including: George Washington Helen Keller Ralph Waldo Emerson Aristotle Vince Lombardi Eleanor Roosevelt Ann Landers And many more! 1,001 Ways to Build Confidence is the ultimate collection of wisdom that will single-handedly improve your confidence and show that no matter the obstacle, you have the capability to accomplish great things. The people included in this book are a great representation of those points, and where they have succeeded, so can you.

"From proverbs to professional tips to general words of insight, this collection is for anyone who loves some aspect of the wonderful world of fishing"--Page 4 of cover.

Presents musings on running by those ranging from the sport's greats Roger Bannister and Wilma Rudolph to author Ernest Hemingway and talk-show host David Letterman.

Emptiness is a strange phenomenon that haunts us in many ways. Most of us have felt empty at one time or another, though we don't often talk about it. We have a sense that something is missing in life. This absence extends beyond human experience to the physical world. As contemporary science has revealed to us on both a macroscopic and subatomic level, curiously, the vast majority of the universe is composed mostly of nothing but empty space. Emptiness is "abundant" and beckons for our attention. Drawing on the Judeo-Christian wisdom of the Bible, in conversation with Eastern and Celtic thought, David Arthur Auten offers us an eye-opening and profoundly practical examination of the much neglected gift of absence. Nothing, ironically, turns out to be endlessly fascinating and significant.

Presents a comprehensive, easy-to-follow yoga program that includes postures, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques intended to strengthen readers' inner as well as physical qualities, especially flexibility and a sense of balance. Original. IP.