Eknath Easwaran taught spiritual living for nearly 40 years and drew deep, ongoing inspiration from the sacred literature of all traditions — the great river of wisdom that is always flowing throughout the world. The 149 short extracts in this anthology come from the much-loved saints, sages, and scriptures of the Christian, Hindu, Sufi, Jewish, Native American, Buddhist, and Taoist traditions. These passages can be read for daily inspiration, for their insights into other spiritual traditions, for the light they throw on how to live, for the sustenance they offer when we feel sad or tired, and for the deep transformation they can bring in Easwaran’s method of passage meditation. Rich supporting material includes stories from India, detailed background notes, suggestions for memorization and for studying the texts in practices such as lectio divina from the Christian tradition, and instruction in using these texts in passage meditation.

Meditation outlines a unique approach to tapping inner resources by training concentration on inspirational passages. Eknath Easwaran’s practical Eight Point Program offers specific, systematic tools to sharpen concentration, deal effectively with stress, release deep reserves of energy, and transform anger and other destructive emotions. This book offers tested techniques for strengthening our ability to meditate. It is a complete guide to a program of meditation that fits naturally into your life, even complementing an active religious practice.

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Let the River Flow The river is being released and will, in its fullness, result in the greatest harvest the earth has ever known. It will be glorious! What started as a trickle, God is turning into a mighty flood, bringing refreshment and vitality to all who immerse themselves in His glorious love. If you have yet to experience this unprecedented outpouring of the Holy Spirit, or don't know how to jump into the water, this book will touch your heart and point you in the right direction. With powerful insight into the theme of water that runs through the Bible, pastor Dutch Sheets shows what a person--and a church--can do to experience the rising current of renewal and revival.

Pioneered by spiritual master Eknath Easwaran, passage meditation consists of memorizing an inspirational spiritual passage and then sending it deep into consciousness through slow, sustained attention. It keeps meditation fresh and varied because readers can select the passages - from one tradition or many - that embody their chosen ideals. Many readers also enjoy the passages for their poetic and intellectual appeal. This form of meditation offers all the richness and depth of traditional wisdom, together with a practical method for bringing that wisdom into daily life. The book situates passage meditation as part of Easwaran's eight-point program that, based on traditional spiritual practices but adjusted for modern lifestyles, shows readers how to stay calm and focused at work and home. This edition includes a new preface of previously unpublished material by Easwaran and an epilogue that explains the story behind the book and invites new readers to join the author on this adventure in the ''world within.''

Nira Stone (1938-2013) was a scholar of Armenian and Byzantine Art. Her broad and close acquaintance with the field of Armenian art history covered many fields of Armenian artistic creativity. Nira Stone made notable contributions to the study of Armenian manuscript painting, mosaics, and other forms of artistic expression. Of particular interests are her researches on this art in its historical and religious contexts, such as the study of apocryphal elements in Armenian Gospel iconography, the place of the mosaics of Jerusalem in the context of mosaics in Byzantine Palestine, and of the interplay between religious movements, such as hesychasm, and Armenian manuscript painting.

This collection of spiritual readings celebrates the genius of the women of the Church from the early Christian centuries to the present. The editor, sister Mary E. Penrose has selected excerpted passages from Church Mothers whose wisdom has been heralded or heretofore neglected. The selection includes readings of Hadewijch, Hildegard of Bingen, Catharine of Siena, Teresa of Avila, Julian of Norwich, Mechtild of Magdeburg, Dhuoda, Aemiliana, Proba, Syncletica, Leoba, Ruhm. Designed to deliver short ́drinks ́ for use in daily reflection or prayer services and liturgies, each passage is offered one to a page, and is supplemented alongside with a selection from Scripture, as well as suggestions for its use. Biographical sketches of some of the writers are included.

Discusses how to find peace of mind during stressful times, describing how to slow down and stay in the present, shed anxieties and resentments, strengthen relationships, and stay kind and strong when faced with conflicts.

Timothy and Pamela Williams are called by the will of God to be apostles to equip, edify, and perfect the Body of Christ with the mission of 'Returning the Hearts of Men back to God". They also have a mandate to prepare the Body of Christ for His return. They have more than twenty-five years in ministry and a strong anointing to encourage every individual to take their rightful place in the body of Christ and to be all that God called them to be. Let the Rivers Flow is an easy to read, easy to understand guide to God's financial plan for His people. It is suitable for all ages and all walks of life. In order to maximize your blessing and potential blessings, you must have an understanding of the vehicles and how to properly use the tools to maximize your blessing potential. To tithe or not to tithe? If tithe, then who, when. where, what, and why? What are the differences between tithes and offerings? What is the will of God concerning these subjects? Who has known the mind of the Lord concerning these matters? These and many other questions will be answered as you read and meditate on this book Let the Rivers Flow. 'This book Let the Rivers Flow by Apostles Timothy and Pamela Williams, gives us facts, figures, and many scriptures straight from God's word. It provides us with the knowledge we need concerning the wonderful experience of giving."-Gertrude Kelly, Hope Well Missionary Baptist Church, Norcross, GA 'The book Let the Rivers Flow by Apostles Tim and Pam Williams is very timely and very much needed. I found its teaching and instructions to be clear, precise, thorough and easy to read. Anyone after reading this book should be able to get the revelation of the importance of obeying God's command to bring all the tithes into the storehouse."-Antoinette Derrickson, Life in Christ Cathedral, PA