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Myths and Legends of China
by E.T.C. WernerIn this fascinating and comprehensive collection of Chinese myths and legends, E. T. C. Werner drew upon material readily available to him as a member of the Chinese government's' Historiographical Bureau in Peking. A former barrister and British consul in Foochow, Werner presents a wealth of information illuminating the ideas and beliefs that governed the daily lives of the Chinese people long before the revolutions of the 20th century. Offering a provocative glimpse into a world dominated by traditional rules of etiquette and inhabited by demons, dragon-gods, and spirits, the volume opens with an introductory chapter on the origins of the Chinese people. In succeeding chapters, Mr. Werner's readable, well-illustrated text considers the gods of China and myths of stars, thunder, lightning, wind and rain; of water and fire; of epidemics, medicine, and exorcism; as well as tales about the goddess of mercy, the guardian of the gate of heaven, accounts of how the Monkey became a god, and much more.
Myths and Legends of Hawaii
by William D. WesterveltThe material in these retellings drawn from the prose and poetry of the ancient Hawaiians -- a literature handed down orally for a multitude of generations-- have been termed "myths" and "legends." Strictly speaking, a myth is a story of the doings of godlike beings, whereas a legend deals with heroes or other human beings. Maui, the pervasive trickster-hero of broad Polynesia, is usually called a demi-god. In this anthology, the terms myth and legend are used interchangeably, principally because the many collectors and translators of the tales often failed to make the strict distinction themselves.
Myths and Legends of the Celts
by James MacKillopMyths and Legends of the Celts is a fascinating and wide-ranging introduction to the mythology of the peoples who inhabited the northwestern fringes of Europe - from Britain and the Isle of Man to Gaul and Brittany.Drawing on recent historical and archaeological research, as well as literary and oral sources, the guide looks at the gods and goddesses of Celtic myth; at the nature of Celtic religion, with its rituals of sun and moon worship; and at the druids who served society as judges, diviners and philosophers. It also examines the many Celtic deities who were linked with animals and such natural phenomena as rivers and caves, or who later became associated with local Christian saints. And it explores in detail the rich variety of Celtic myths: from early legends of King Arthur to the stories of the Welsh Mabinogi, and from tales of heroes including Cúchulainn, Fionn mac Cumhaill and the warrior queen Medb to tales of shadowy otherworlds - the homes of spirits and fairies. What emerges is a wonderfully diverse and fertile tradition of myth making that has captured the imagination of countless generations, introduced and explained here with compelling insight.
Myths and Mistakes in New Testament Textual Criticism
by Elijah Hixson Peter J. GurryMisquoting Jesusdoes
Myths and Mythologies: A Reader (Critical Categories in the Study of Religion)
by Jeppe Sinding JensenIn all cultures and at all times, humans have told stories about where they came from, who they are and how they should live their lives. 'Myths and Mythologies' brings together the key classic and contemporary writings - philosophical, psychological, sociological, semiological and cognitivist - on myth. To the insider, myths contain truth, revelation and a 'history of ourselves'; to the outsider, a culture s myths can be seen as the product of foolish, infantile and wishful thinking. Myths tell us about specific cultures, about human creativity, and how narrative shapes and reflects understanding. The 'Reader' is an invaluable resource for students and scholars interested in the impact of narrative on human culture and the meaning of truth in religious language.
Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization
by Joseph Campbell Heinrich Robert ZimmerThis book interprets for the Western mind the key motifs of India's legend, myth, and folklore, taken directly from the Sanskrit, and illustrated with seventy plates of Indian art. It is primarily an introduction to image-thinking and picture-reading in Indian art and thought, and it seeks to make the profound Hindu and Buddhist intuitions of the riddles of life and death recognizable not merely as Oriental but as universal elements.
Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization (Princeton Classics #111)
by Heinrich Robert ZimmerA landmark work that demystifies the rich tradition of Indian art, Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization analyzes key motifs found in legend, myth, and folklore taken directly from the Sanskrit. It provides a comprehensive introduction to visual thinking and picture reading in Indian art and thought. Ultimately, the book shows that profound Hindu and Buddhist intuitions on the riddles of life and death are universally recognizable.
Myths and Symbols in Pagan Europe: Early Scandinavian and Celtic Religions
by H. R. Ellis DavidsonIn this book, questions are posed such as: do such parallels go back to early times or are they owing to late Viking contact? This issue gives us knowledge of the early peoples in Europe.
Myths in Minutes (IN MINUTES)
by Neil PhilipThe world's great fables, sagas and legends dramatically retold.Myths are the greatest stories ever told. Passed down over millennia, they are the templates for all our stories, with their eternal themes of creation and destruction, fate and cunning, heroism and cruelty, sensuality and war. Retold here are nearly 200 myths - from Prometheus defying Zeus to create man to the destruction of Troy; and from valiant battles against Frost Giants and Cyclopes to the heroic quests for the Golden Fleece and Holy Grail - including a commentary on their origins, common themes and meanings. Compellingly written, concise and with each myth illustrated with an iconic image, Myths in Minutes is the perfect way to understand and enjoy the world's major fables. Includes the great Ancient Greek, Roman and Egyptian legends: The Labours of Heracles; The Gods of Olympus; Zeus defeats the Titans; Hades and the Underworld; Theseus and the Minotaur; The Gorgons; Perseus and Andromeda; Oedipus and the Sphinx; The Judgment of Paris; The Trojan Horse; The Odyssey; Jason and The Golden Fleece; Romulus, Remus and the Founding of Rome; Mars, the God of War; The Eye of Ra; The Murder and Resurrection of Osiris; and more.The best of Celtic, Norse, Eastern, American, Oceanic and African myths: Gilgamesh and the Great Flood; Odin's Great Sacrifice; Thor's Adventures in the Land of the Giants; The Treachery of Loki; Ragnarok - The Last Battle; The Eight Immortals; The War Between the Sun and the Stars; Quetzalcoatl, The Plumed Serpent; Ganesh, the Elephant-headed; Ananse and the Sky God; King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table; the age-old stories of the Aboriginal Dreaming; and many; many more.
Myths of Creation
by Philip FreundAn exploration of mythology, religious belief, and scientific theory on the origins of the universe. A classic study of mythology, this examination investigates stories from all continents and ages--with all their startling similarities and contrasts--to reveal the workings of the human mind and imagination. Philip Freund provides revealing insight into the universality of ideas and faith by examining a wide range of texts such as the Old Testament, the Upanishads, and Gilgamesh in his search for parallels between creation fables. The analysis estimates, for example, that more than 500 flood legends have been told by more than 250 tribes and peoples from around the world. Also featured are clear presentations of the theories of towering figures such as Freud, Jung, Frazer, Campbell, and Malinowski who have proposed variously that myths are primitive history based on literal fact, a means of expressing profound tribal wisdom and psychological and sexual truth, or that they represent a search for kinship with the animal and vegetable world. Fascinating and erudite, this revered book ranks among the select handful of core texts in any mythology collection.
Myths of Guam
by Cat MajorCollection of 20 stories Guam is an island rich in culture. One way to get an inside view of that richness is by listening to the myths and legends of Guam. In this book I have tried to make stories that seem alive without changing the legends as they have been handed down through the years. I hope that you will enjoy these myths as much as I have, and will read them to your children, who will read them to their children. --- Known around the island for her creative works, Cat Major makes the myths and legends of Guam come alive for youngsters, oldsters, and all those in between. Cat will enthrall you with her style and vivid portrayals of such legends as * Tale of two lovers * Sirena * Legend of the flame tree and 17 other stories
Myths of the Ancient Greeks
by Richard P. MartinFrom one of today's foremost scholars, a lively retelling of the timeless tales... Here are the myths that have influenced so much of our cultural heritage. Such age-old stories as the tragic love of Orpheus and Eurydice or Demeter's loss of her daughter, Persephone, resonate strongly with readers even today. In this book the rousing adventures of the heroes Herakles, Theseus, and Perseus are intertwined with the tragedies of immortal Prometheus and mortal Oedipus, the amorous escapades of Zeus, the trickery of Hermes, and the ecstasy of Dionysus. In-depth introductions to each section deepen your understanding of the myths--and heighten your reading pleasure. Presented in simple yet elegant prose, these tales emerge in brilliant new life. From the creation battle of the gods and Titans to Odysseus' return home from the Trojan War, this indispensable volume contains fifty-six legendary stories--handed down from generations past--that will continue to captivate readers for generations to come.
Myths of the Asanas: The Stories at the Heart of the Yoga Tradition
by Alanna Kaivalya Arjuna van der KooijThe ancient lore behind yoga poses: “Transports us to a world where gods and goddesses, saints, and enlightened animals serve as our teachers.” —MC YogiPractitioners around the world reap the physical benefits of yoga, assuming poses frequently called by their Sanskrit names. While many know that hanumanasana is named for the deity Hanuman, few know why. But behind each asana and its corresponding movements is an ancient story about a god, sage, or sacred animal, much like Aesop’s fables or European folktales. Myths of the Asanas is the first book to collect and retell these ancient stories. The myths behind yoga’s spiritual tradition have the power to help students of all levels realize their full potential. Meditating on the tolerance of trees while standing in tree pose can help one become more tolerant. Learning how the disfigured sage Astavakra came to be the teacher of a king can liberate us from anxieties about our external appearance and our self-imposed limitations. Marveling at Hanuman’s devotion to Ram can serve as a source of spiritual strength and determination. With more than sixty beautiful illustrations to frame the stories, Myths of the Asanas will add a new dimension to your practice and study of yoga.“Truly enhances our yogic lessons. Some of the nuances of ethics, posture, breath, and meditation can only be touched through metaphor and mythology and we thank them for taking us on this journey.” —Rodney Yee, author of Moving Toward Balance
Myths of the Hindus and Buddhists
by Ananda K. Coomaraswamy Sister NiveditaGreat stories of the epics; deeds of Krishna, Shiva, taken from puranas, Vedas, folk tales, more. 32 illustrations.
Myths of the Rune Stone: Viking Martyrs and the Birthplace of America
by David M. KruegerWhat do our myths say about us? Why do we choose to believe stories that have been disproven? David M. Krueger takes an in-depth look at a legend that held tremendous power in one corner of Minnesota, helping to define both a community&’s and a state&’s identity for decades.In 1898, a Swedish immigrant farmer claimed to have discovered a large rock with writing carved into its surface in a field near Kensington, Minnesota. The writing told a North American origin story, predating Christopher Columbus&’s exploration, in which Viking missionaries reached what is now Minnesota in 1362 only to be massacred by Indians. The tale&’s credibility was quickly challenged and ultimately undermined by experts, but the myth took hold.Faith in the authenticity of the Kensington Rune Stone was a crucial part of the local Nordic identity. Accepted and proclaimed as truth, the story of the Rune Stone recast Native Americans as villains. The community used the account as the basis for civic celebrations for years, and advocates for the stone continue to promote its validity despite the overwhelming evidence that it was a hoax. Krueger puts this stubborn conviction in context and shows how confidence in the legitimacy of the stone has deep implications for a wide variety of Minnesotans who embraced it, including Scandinavian immigrants, Catholics, small-town boosters, and those who desired to commemorate the white settlers who died in the Dakota War of 1862.Krueger demonstrates how the resilient belief in the Rune Stone is a form of civil religion, with aspects that defy logic but illustrate how communities characterize themselves. He reveals something unique about America&’s preoccupation with divine right and its troubled way of coming to terms with the history of the continent&’s first residents. By considering who is included, who is left out, and how heroes and villains are created in the stories we tell about the past, Myths of the Rune Stone offers an enlightening perspective on not just Minnesota but the United States as well.
Myths, Dreams, and Mysteries: The Encounter Between Contemporary Faiths and Archaic Realities
by Mircea Eliade Philip MairetCareful study of mythology.
Myths, Models and Paradigms
by Ian G. BarbourScientist and philosophers have more in common than might first appear, especially when the language used in the two disciplines receives a closer scrutiny. Ian G. Barbour treats three scientific view-points that can clarify the specific nature of religious language. The first theme is the diverse function of language. Science and religion each has its own task and its own applicable logic and language. Religious symbols and their expression in myths imply a perspective and interpretation of human history and experience, directing attention to particular patterns in events. The second theme is the role of models in both scientific and religious language. What the "billiard ball model" of a gas and the biblical model of personal God both achieve is an interpretation of experience, a restructuring of how one sees the world. The third area in which science and religion have a common stake is the role of paradigms. Paradigms are standard examples of scientific investigation which embody a set of assumptions and becomes a research tradition until replaced by other assumptions. Religions has its paradigms, like the covenant of Sinai, which have issued in traditions. Dr. Barbour concludes that scientific and religious language bother offer knowledge of reality based on experience. In determining the appropriate data and criteria for this experience the philosopher of religion can profit greet from the work of the scientist.
Myung Sung: The Korean Art of Living Meditation
by Dr. Jenelle KimMyung Sung introduces the Korean art of living meditation as the way to achieve a life of balance and happiness. Using eight simple keys, readers can enjoy all the calming, positive benefits of meditation in every minute of every day.You can experience calm mindfulness in every moment of every dayMost forms of meditation ask us to be still and quiet, to take time away from our busy lives and forget about our ever-growing to-do lists. Myung Sung, the peaceful art of Korean mindfulness, does the opposite. Myung Sung is active, dynamic, a connectedness woven into our everyday experience through the practice of eight simple steps.Through stories and wisdom passed down through generations and practical tools, Myung Sung will help you: • Find balance and happiness • Calmly resolve conflict • Walk through stress • Accomplish your life goalsConnect to your limitless reserves of natural energy and discover how your struggles – in work, marriage, parenting, friendships, health, money – become less difficult. By practising the eight keys of Myung Sung, you can transform the way you live your life and uncover a greater sense of balance between mind, body and spirit.
Más allá de las fronteras de Minos
by Mario EscobarTras la destrucción de Ione, Tes y sus amigos deciden ir en busca de una ciudad en la que pueden habitar. En el viaje descubrirán que no todos los adultos han muerto. Muchos se han convertido en monstruos, de aspecto desagradable y costumbres caníbales. Deciden viajar hasta el sur, pasan por Reno en Nevada, aunque su destino es California. Hay rumores de que un médico de San Francisco ha encontrado una cura. En Reno, encontrarán a los angelicales, un grupo que elimina a las niñas, porque cree que son las que transmiten el virus. Tes y sus amigos terminaran con esta horrible práctica, pero los susurrantes (adultos enfermos) atacarán Reno y todos escaparán hacia California.
Más allá de las lágrimas: Anne Germain nos cuenta cómo vivir con un sexto sentido
by Anne Germain¿Cómo se puede vivir con el don de escuchar las voces de quienes abandonaron la vida? Los Greenough son una familia como cualquier otra. Hay un padre, Norman, una madre, Jean, y tres hijas, Susan, Anne y Sandra. Anne es charlatana y traviesa, y posee la extraña costumbre de estar siempre hablando con alguien o de quedarse mirando un punto fijo en el espacio. Tiene unos enormes ojos azules y muchos «amigos invisibles». Poco a poco la familia y ella misma irán descubriendo que lo que le sucede no es un simple juego de niños, sino un don que le permite entrar en contacto con otros seres más allá. La médium internacional Anne Germain, que colabora junto a Jordi González en el programa Más allá de la vida, nos habla en Más allá de las lágrimas de sus recuerdos de infancia, de su adolescencia y de su vida adulta. Descubriremos gracias a sus palabras lo que sentía, lo que veía, y asistiremos a la evolución espiritual de una mujer normal -trabajó en Recursos Humanos, regentó una peluquería durante muchos años- que ha sentido siempre la compañía de los «otros» a su alrededor, seres incorpóreos que no sólo la observan y la guían, sino que además le ofrecen su ayuda. ¿Están los espíritus constantemente a nuestro alrededor? ¿Cómo se pueden sentir o escuchar? Anne Germain nos da todas las respuestas y nos cuenta cómo vivir con un sexto sentido.
Más allá de los límites: Cómo aprender a confiar de nuevo
by John Townsend¿Cómo saber si estás listo para confiar otra vez… y qué necesitas para estarlo? Hay malas relaciones que traicionan nuestra confianza, haciendo que nos neguemos a comenzar otras. Sin embargo, Dios nos creó para experimentar la libertad de amar, y en algún momento tendremos que arriesgarnos de nuevo. En este innovador libro innovador, el exitoso autor John Townsend te sacará del dolor del pasado para descubrir cómo volver a tener confianza en tus relaciones. Tanto si tratas de restaurar una relación, o de comenzar otra, Townsend te proporciona herramientas prácticas para restablecer tu confianza. «Más allá de los limites» te ayudará a reconstruir lazos; a discernir los cambios verdaderos; a establecer vínculos adecuados y a crear un ambiente seguro en el cual puedas restaurar de manera saludable tus relaciones. «Más allá de los límites» te enseñará a hacerlo.
Más allá de los niños índigo: Los nuevos niños y la llegada del quinto mundo
by P. M. AtwaterThe first major study of today’s children, and their place in our rapidly changing world, that combines objective research with mystical revelation and prophecy • Provides detailed information about the world changes that will take place before and after December 21, 2012 • Explores the seven “root races” representing the genetic gene pool of the human family and the phenomenon of soaring intelligence • Connects the arrival of the Indigo Children with the fulfillment of the Fifth World of the Mayan calendar and other great prophecies According to prophecy, the fifth world of the Mayan calendar moves into a higher octave of vibration, or ascension, on December 21, 2012. This date represents a “gateway” of planetary development that will open humanity to new ways of living and new worlds of opportunity. Our passage through this gateway depends on the extraordinary “new children”--those born since 1982--to help us through the changes ahead. P. M. H. Atwater illuminates the characteristics of this “fifth root race” and explores their relationship to the prophecies in the Mayan calendar.
Más allá de toda bendición: El plan perfecto de Dios para superar todo estrés financiero
by Dave Ramsey Robert MorrisReach your financial goals and reduce the stress in your life with this book of biblical principles by the New York Times bestselling author of The Blessed Life.Who doesn't want to eliminate financial stress? Who doesn't want to get out of debt, reach their financial goals, experience the joy that God intends for us, and be free to bless others with their resources?In The Blessed Life, Pastor Robert Morris teaches that generosity is a key component to being in God's favor. Now, in BEYOND BLESSED, he shares the importance of being a good steward, not only with your finances, but with every part of your life. Pastor Morris will motivate you to become a better manager of your money, and provide practical lessons on taking your finances to the next level. Through Biblical principles, personal stories, and incredible testimonies, you will learn how to be a good steward, and that when you properly manage your finances, blessings will pour into all areas of your life. Here is a guide to increasing and going further with what God has given you, and living beyond blessed.
Más allá de tu vida
by Max Lucado¿Qué ocurriría si sacudiéramosal mundo con esperanza?Estos son días difíciles en la historiade nuestro mundo. Miles de millones de personas son pobres, y millones permanecenhambrientas o sedientas cada día. Las enfermedades cobran miles de vidasdiariamente. Pero a ti y a mí se nos ha dado una oportunidad para influir demanera positiva. ¿Qué ocurriría si lo hiciéramos? ¿Infiltrando las cuatroesquinas con el amor y la vida de Dios? Somos creados por un gran Dios parahacer grandes obras. Él nos invita a vivir nuestra vida no sólo en el cielo,sino aquí en la tierra. ¿Qué ocurriría si vivieras de tal manera que tu muertefuera simplemente el comienzo de tu vida?
Más allá del liderazgo: Principios para ser mucho más que un líder
by Daniel Dardano Daniel Cipolla Hernán CipollaMás allá del liderazgo Liderazgo es una palabra que nucna parece estar fuera de moda. Resuena en la mayoría de los ámbitos de la sociedad, y no es para menos si se piensa que cualquier emprendimiento depende de la calidad y el buen desempeño de quienes lo lideran. Por esta razón existen tantas herramientas que están a disposición de quien desea progresar para llegar a ser un líder exitoso. Posiblemente tú seas un líder en ejercicio, te estés entrenando para ocupar un lugar de liderazgo, o tal vez reconozcas que tienes el potencial para ser un excelente líder. Sea cual fuere tu caso, debes hacerte algunas preguntas: ¿la meta más elevada es llegar a ser un excelente líder?, ¿habrá alguna meta superior que esté más allá del liderazgo? En este libro aprenderás que:El concepto de liderazgo practicado en la actualidad, es un engaño que conduce a alimentar el egoísmo y la ambición personal.La función de dirigir no tiene como finalidad servirse a uno mismo, sino servir a otros. Existe una meta más alta que llegar a ser un líder, porque la intención original de Dios con el ser humano va más allá del liderazgo.Mientras lees, repondes y trabajas en Más allá del liderazgo, comprenderás una realidad que te sorprenderá, porque tu destino es ser mucho más que un líder. Descúbrelo por ti mismo.