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Este libro contiene doce testimonios inéditos de judíos que aceptaron a Yeshúa, Jesús, en su corazón, y se atrevieron a contar los desafíos y cambios que esa decisión implicó a partir de ese momento. Estas páginas constituyen un documento revelador recopilado durante dos años de trabajo de los autores (cuyas experiencias personales también están incluidas) y cuenta de una manera amena como el Mesías de Israel tiene el poder de transformar...
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Living Jainism explores a system of thought that unites ethics with rational thought, in which each individual is his or her own guru and social conscience extends beyond human society to animals, plants and the whole of the natural world. The Jain Dharma is a humane and scientific spiritual pathway that has universal significance. With the re-emergence of India, as a world power, Jain wisdom deserves to be better, known so that it can play a creative...
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This brief introduction to Jainism and Sikhism is designed to help readers understand these important religious traditions. With both nuance and balance, this text provides broad coverage of various forms of Jainism and Sikhism with an arresting layout with rich colors. It offers both historical overviews and modern perspectives on Jain and Sikh beliefs and practices. The user-friendly content is enhanced by charts of religious festivals, historic...
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Studying Torah can be difficult for anyone. Finding meaning and relevance in an ancient text can be daunting. The author's hope is that these short teachings will be both meaningful and easy to study in a short period of time. Divided according to the weekly Torah portion and by holiday, each Taste of Torah gives you a bite-sized piece of wisdom and something deeper to chew on.
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Embark on a transformative journey through "The Science of Virtues," a groundbreaking exploration that transcends the boundaries of science, psychology, and spirituality. Uncover the secrets to a life of purpose, resilience, and fulfillment as you delve into the intricate tapestry of virtues.In this captivating odyssey, you'll unravel the profound mysteries of virtue, from the foundations that shape our character to the cutting-edge insights of neuroscience...
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Gale Researcher Guide for: Jainism: Beliefs, Practices, and Cultural Impact is selected from Gale's academic platform Gale Researcher. These study guides provide peer-reviewed articles that allow students early success in finding scholarly materials and to gain the confidence and vocabulary needed to pursue deeper research.
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What does it mean to be human? I, Yantra examines ancient Indian narratives about robots and mechanically constructed beings to explore how their Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist authors approached this question. Making translations of many of these texts available in English for the first time, author Signe Cohen argues that they shed considerable light on South Asian religious notions of humanity, self, and agency. She also documents connections between...
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"Finalist for the 2018 National Jewish Book Award in History, Gerrard and Ella Berman Memorial Award" Michael Brenner is the Seymour and Lillian Abensohn Chair in Israel Studies and director of the Center for Israel Studies at American University and Professor of Jewish History and Culture at Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich. His many books include A Short History of the Jews (Princeton).
A major new history of the century-long debate over...
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"A profound and accessible guide to an ecological civilization of peace, material sufficiency, and spiritual abundance for all." -David Korten, international-bestselling author of When Corporations Rule the World
Consumerism drives the pursuit of happiness in much of the world, yet as wealth grows unhappiness abounds, compounded by the grave problems of climate change, pollution, and ecological degradation. We've now reached both an environmental...
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