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The Little Book of World Mythology: A Pocket Guide to Myths and Legends
by Hannah BowsteadStep into a world of gods, heroes and monstersThroughout history, mythologies have been fundamental to societies and cultures across the world. They are the collected stories of a people – the fascinating folk tales and the epic legends that shape the history and the beliefs of whole civilizations.This pocket guide offers readers an engaging and accessible introduction to the major world mythologies, exploring their origins, foundational stories and key mythological figures.Learn how the Greeks won the ten-year Trojan war, how the Norse god Thor got his mighty hammer, and why the Aztecs made a daily human sacrifice to the sun god, Huitzilopochtli.If you’re looking to enrich and expand on your understanding of world history, religion and culture, then this book is an ideal starting point to fill your mind with stories of wisdom and wonder.Discover the captivating stories behind the following mythologies: Aboriginal, Aztec, Celtic, Chinese, Egyptian, Greek, Hindu, Incan, Japanese, Maori, Mayan, Mesopotamian, Norse, Roman.
The Little Book of World Mythology: A Pocket Guide to Myths and Legends
by Hannah BowsteadStep into a world of gods, heroes and monstersThroughout history, mythologies have been fundamental to societies and cultures across the world. They are the collected stories of a people – the fascinating folk tales and the epic legends that shape the history and the beliefs of whole civilizations.This pocket guide offers readers an engaging and accessible introduction to the major world mythologies, exploring their origins, foundational stories and key mythological figures.Learn how the Greeks won the ten-year Trojan war, how the Norse god Thor got his mighty hammer, and why the Aztecs made a daily human sacrifice to the sun god, Huitzilopochtli.If you’re looking to enrich and expand on your understanding of world history, religion and culture, then this book is an ideal starting point to fill your mind with stories of wisdom and wonder.Discover the captivating stories behind the following mythologies: Aboriginal, Aztec, Celtic, Chinese, Egyptian, Greek, Hindu, Incan, Japanese, Maori, Mayan, Mesopotamian, Norse, Roman.
The Little Book of World Religions: A Pocket Guide to Spiritual Beliefs and Practices
by Ross DickinsonReligion flourishes around the globe in diverse forms, each uniquely fascinating and multifaceted, playing a central role in the lives of billions. From the five biggest faiths to the lesser-known creeds, this pocket guide offers an engaging introduction to world religions, exploring their history, beliefs, practices and personalities. It’s a starting point for anyone seeking deeper understanding of humanity’s spiritual side.
The Little Book of World Religions
by Ross DickinsonEverything you need to know about religions from across the globe is right at your fingertips in this little book!Religion flourishes around the globe in diverse forms, each uniquely fascinating and multifaceted, playing a central role in the lives of billions. From the five biggest faiths to the lesser-known creeds, this pocket guide offers an engaging introduction to world religions, exploring their history, beliefs, practices and personalities. Its a starting point for anyone seeking deeper understanding of humanity's spiritual side
The Little Book of Zen: A Beginner's Guide to the Art of Zen
by Astrid CarvelHow can we be happy?How should we treat others?How should we spend our time?Discover the path to peaceful living with this beginner’s guide to the ancient practice of Zen Zen is a philosophy for living in a state of kindness, gratitude and awareness, teaching us to be present and to experience the world as it truly is. This book will guide you through the concepts of Zen, revealing how you can apply its principles to your daily life and how you can reap the benefits to gain a greater sense of peace and calm. Through simple tips, guided meditations and thought exercises, you can learn to cultivate Zen, whether you’re new to the practice or have been familiar with it for years.Are you ready to discover the secrets of Zen?Within these pages you’ll find:The history of the Zen school of thought, and how it has shaped the world we live in todayAn introduction to Zen practices and beliefs, including the Six Virtues and the Five Precepts, and to Zen ceremonies, holidays and ritualsTips for cultivating and perfecting your practice, and developing your own sense of “Zen”Step-by-step instructions for trying various meditations and exercises for yourselfIdeas to make your daily life and home more ZenExercises in Zen arts, such as calligraphy, painting, gardening and flower arrangingWise words from the world’s most enlightened thinkersThought-provoking Zen teachings to help you see things in a new light
The Little Book of Zen: A Beginner's Guide to the Art of Zen
by Astrid CarvelHow can we be happy?How should we treat others?How should we spend our time?Discover the path to peaceful living with this beginner’s guide to the ancient practice of Zen Zen is a philosophy for living in a state of kindness, gratitude and awareness, teaching us to be present and to experience the world as it truly is. This book will guide you through the concepts of Zen, revealing how you can apply its principles to your daily life and how you can reap the benefits to gain a greater sense of peace and calm. Through simple tips, guided meditations and thought exercises, you can learn to cultivate Zen, whether you’re new to the practice or have been familiar with it for years.Are you ready to discover the secrets of Zen?Within these pages you’ll find:The history of the Zen school of thought, and how it has shaped the world we live in todayAn introduction to Zen practices and beliefs, including the Six Virtues and the Five Precepts, and to Zen ceremonies, holidays and ritualsTips for cultivating and perfecting your practice, and developing your own sense of “Zen”Step-by-step instructions for trying various meditations and exercises for yourselfIdeas to make your daily life and home more ZenExercises in Zen arts, such as calligraphy, painting, gardening and flower arrangingWise words from the world’s most enlightened thinkersThought-provoking Zen teachings to help you see things in a new light
The Little Book of Zen
by Émile MariniTreat the stresses of modern-day life with The Little Book of Zen. Who knew so much wisdom could come in such a small package? This little book is packed full of easy practices and meditations to help you introduce the principles of Zen Buddhism into your day-to-day: enhance your spiritual, physical and mental wellbeing, tune into your natural intuition, and find your inner calm. Beautifully presented, this book is the perfect introduction to this ancient practice.Contents:Chapter 1: The Overflowing Teacup and the Beginner's Mind Chapter 2: A Practical Guide to Meditation Chapter 3: The Moon in Water - Understanding What We Can't Understand Chapter 4: Every Day Is a Good Day - Zen and the Art of Suffering Chapter 5: Wash Your Bowl - Zen and the Physical World
The Little Book of Zen
by Émile MariniTreat the stresses of modern-day life with The Little Book of Zen. Who knew so much wisdom could come in such a small package? This little book is packed full of easy practices and meditations to help you introduce the principles of Zen Buddhism into your day-to-day: enhance your spiritual, physical and mental wellbeing, tune into your natural intuition, and find your inner calm. Beautifully presented, this book is the perfect introduction to this ancient practice.Contents:Chapter 1: The Overflowing Teacup and the Beginner's Mind Chapter 2: A Practical Guide to Meditation Chapter 3: The Moon in Water - Understanding What We Can't Understand Chapter 4: Every Day Is a Good Day - Zen and the Art of Suffering Chapter 5: Wash Your Bowl - Zen and the Physical World
The Little Book of Zen: Sayings, Parables, Meditations & Haiku
by David SchillerA taste of Zen for the seeker and the curious alike. This small but wise book collects Eastern and Western sayings, haiku, poetry, and inspiring quotations from ancient and modern thinkers. Its aim is not to define Zen or answer its famous koan—What is the sound of one hand clapping?—but rather to point to a fresh way of looking at the world: with mindfulness, clarity, and joy. &“Do not seek to follow in the footsteps of the wise. Seek what they sought&” —Bashō New material is taken from contemporary spiritual leaders, writers, meditation teachers, and others with an emphasis on the practice of mindfulness—on the heart, rather than the head. Pen and ink illustrations from the author bring an additional layer of feeling and beauty.
The Little Book of Zen Healing: Japanese Rituals for Beauty, Harmony, and Love
by Paula AraiAccessible and adaptable Japanese Buddhist rituals to infuse your life with purpose, healing, and gratitude when you need it most.How do we make and sustain meaning amidst the messy conditions of daily life? Personalized rituals can help us blossom like lotuses right in the mud of the present. On a pilgrimage she began after her mother&’s death, author Paula Arai encountered numerous Japanese Buddhists who taught her the remarkable power of ritual to heal—practices you can adapt to your own cultural and personal circumstances. Applying principles of Zen practice, she offers stories and insights that illuminate how to nourish and reap a healing bounty of connection, joy, and compassion. Examples include how to: Relate to a late loved one as a &“personal Buddha&” who supports you Create a home altar to serve as a safe space to be vulnerable, face intense emotions, and experience a depth of warm gratitude that melts fear and anger Engage in daily tasks with attentiveness, intention, and creativity such that they become opportunities for body-mind integration Develop family rituals to celebrate relationship and mark transition Approach illness and grief with a purposeful sense of connection to life-and-death in its wholeness Like Marie Kondo's Shinto principles for decluttering, Paula Arai uses rituals influenced by Japanese Zen for personal and relation nourishment and spiritual healing.
A Little Book on the Christian Life
by John CalvinDr. Aaron Denlinger and Burk Parsons capture Calvin’s biblical faithfulness, theological integrity, and pastor’s heart. This is a book for every Christian to pick up, read, and apply.
Little Bunny's Bible
by P J LyonsA soft, cuddly Bible that children age 2–5 can call their very own!The Little Bunny&’s Bible is perfect for little ones. Throughout this sweet book, little ones learn that they&’re loved and cared for by God as they hear about God&’s faithfulness in stories from the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. With sweet, rhyming text and colorful illustrations, this soft and cuddly character storybook Bible is sure to become a classic with preschoolers.Little Bunny&’s Bible:Perfect for little hearts and handsPerfect for parent-child lap time and bedtime readingIncludes both Old and New Testament Stories
Little Bunny's Easter Surprise
by Tara DoyleIt's Little Bunny's first Easter egg. He's being careful, but, oh no . . . Little Bunny's going to get a big surprise in this delightful book that sparkles and glitters with every turn of the page.
Little Chick's Bible
by P J LyonsA soft, cuddly Bible that children age 2–5 can call their very own!The Little Chick&’s Bible is a soft and cuddly Bible covered in plush yellow faux fur and is the perfect size for little ones. Throughout this sweet book, little ones learn that they&’re loved and cared for by God as they hear about God&’s faithfulness in stories from the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. With sweet, rhyming text and colorful illustrations, this soft and cuddly character storybook Bible is sure to become a classic with preschoolers.Little Chick&’s Bible:Features a plush yellow cover and packaged in a plastic bag with snap closureBoard book perfect for little hearts and handsPerfect for parent-child lap time and bedtime readingIncludes both Old and New Testament Stories
Little Chick's Easter Surprise
by Karen BacksteinLittle Chick likes the sparkling egg best. But will it ever hatch? Little Chick's going to get a big surprise in this delightful book that sparkles and glitters with every turn of the page.
Little Church in the Wilderness
by Richard L. SmithLittle Church in the Wilderness is a novel that is both absorbing and inspirational. The story takes place in the 1870’s when a Catholic priest gifted with the ability to heal both body and soul is sent as a missionary to Upper Minnesota. After the Civil War, Father Todd Edward Bose is ordained in Baltimore and his bishop sends him to the village of Whitefish near the Canadian border to form a parish and build a church. His life in the wilderness is filled with many trials, challenges, and adventures. Upper Minnesota in the 1870’s is sparsely populated with only Indian villages and a few logging towns only accessible by Mississippi River steamboats. A small contingent of Irish Catholic families migrated from Boston to Upper Minnesota in 1870 to scratch a living out of the skimpy soil and harsh winters. They miss access to the Sacraments, so they petitioned the local bishop in St. Paul to send a priest to form a parish and build a church. The bishop asks his friend, the Bishop of Baltimore, to send a missionary. He selects a newly ordained priest, Father Todd Bose, to serve that Catholic settlement. Young, energetic, dedicated, and gifted with special talents, Father Todd accepts his assignment and travels by train, boat, and horseback to Whitefish. Unaware that God has blessed him with special graces as a healer, he settles in the village, builds the church, and serves his parish as both priest and medic. His unique talent as a healer becomes well-known throughout Upper Minnesota and both Indians and townsfolks ask for his help. Father Todd is an amalgam of the traditional of service, dedication, and love so characteristic of the many of the priests I have known. All the characters depicted in this story as well as descriptions of places that existed over 100 years ago are fictional.
Little David and His Best Friend: Level 1 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Crystal BowmanA Lesson in God’s Constancy Little David’s best friend Jon is the king’s son. Together they have lots of adventures, like best friends do. But the king gets mad at David. What should Jon and David do?
Little David Sings for the King: Level 1 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Crystal BowmanA Lesson in Trusting God for the Big Things David is the smallest mouse in his family. He can’t keep up with his big brothers. But when the king is sad, God helps David do something special to cheer him up.
Little David's Big Heart: Level 1 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Crystal Bowman"A Lesson in Goodness Little Davis is kind and helpful. Everyone likes him—especially God. Then David hears that one day he will become a king! What does the mouse king think of that?"
Little David's Brave Day: Level 1 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Crystal BowmanA Lesson in Trusting God Goliath the giant cat is scaring Little David’s brothers. But not Little David! He knows that God will always help him, no matter what. What will make Goliath go away?
Little Do We Know
by Tamara Ireland StoneLifelong best friends and next-door neighbors Hannah and Emory have never gone a single day without talking. But now its senior year and they haven't spoken in three months. Not since the fight, where they each said things they couldn't take back. They're aching to break the silence, but those thirty-six steps between their bedroom windows feel more like thirty-six miles.Then one fateful night, Emory's boyfriend, Luke, almost dies. And Hannah is the one who finds him and saves his life. As Luke tries to make sense of his near-death experience, he secretly turns to Hannah, who becomes his biggest confidante. In Luke, Hannah finds someone she can finally talk to about all the questions she's grappling with. Emory just wants everything to go back to normal-the way it was before the accident. She has no idea why her relationship is spiraling out of control. But when the horrifying reason behind Hannah and Emory's argument ultimately comes to light, all three of them will be forced work together to protect the one with the biggest secret of all.In the follow-up to her New York Times bestseller, Every Last Word, Tamara Ireland Stone crafts a deeply moving, unforgettable story about love, betrayal, and the power of friendship.
Little Dove and the Story of Easter
by ZondervanExperience the story of Easter in a way you haven&’t before—through the eyes of a little dove—in the air, atop a tree, and swooping through the sky. This sweet board book is a unique and captivating way to introduce little ones to the very first Easter and the true meaning of this holy and joyful day.From Jesus&’ arrival in Jerusalem through the crucifixion and glorious resurrection, Little Dove and the Story of Easter is an uplifting book with simple but powerful text. Accompanied by bright and colorful illustrations, the first Easter is told through the eyes of a little dove, making the content exciting and engaging for young children. Best of all, through this unique retelling of the very first Easter, children, parents, grandparents, and teachers alike will experience the wonder of the true meaning of the holiday in a fresh, new way.Perch with little dove and see Jesus sitting in a sunny field with his disciples. Fly with little dove as Jesus teaches and heals people below. Celebrate with little dove as you bask in the warmth knowing Jesus is God&’s son!Little Dove and the Story of Easter:Is perfect for holiday gift-giving, especially Easter baskets, for First Communions, birthdays, and to celebrate the arrival of SpringContains simple but powerful text for toddlers that tells the Bible-based story of EasterWill become a beloved part of family Easter traditionsIs ideal for children ages 0–4 and their parents and grandparentsIs offered at a low price point for worry-free gift giving
The Little Drummer Boy
by Ezra Jack KeatsA procession travels to Bethlehem, bringing gifts for the newborn baby Jesus. The little drummer boy comes along, although he is too poor to bring a present fit for a king. Instead, he plays a song on his drum for the Christ Child. Within the little drummer boy's seemingly simple gift lies the true spirit of Christmas. Ezra Jack Keats' vivid, jewel-toned artwork perfectly illustrates this classic holiday carol. Music for the song appears at the back of the book. "Keats evocatively portrays this story." -Publishers Weekly
The Little Drummer Mouse: A Christmas Story
by Mercer MayerA little mouse who is teased for being the smallest and for playing an acorn drum is singled out to give a gift to the very special child who has been born in a nearby stable.
Little Duckling's Easter Prayers
by ZondervanIn Little Duckling&’s Easter Prayers, Duckling and his woodland friends explore the many blessings of spring through rhyming poems based on inspirational Bible text that will inspire your child to appreciate and give thanks as they celebrate the new season and prepare for Easter.Dear God, I thank you for this day—and everything I see.For puffy clouds and tiny bugs,and sunshine chasing me. I&’m glad you made the gentle breezeI feel against my face.I&’m glad you made this perfect daythat&’s filled with love and grace.AmenWith simple but powerful text and bright, engaging illustrations, Little Duckling&’s Easter Prayers explores the many wonderful parts of spring—from new flowers and happy showers to the reminders of God&’s great love for us and the miracle of Easter. And with text perfect for morning snuggles, bedtime prayers, and anything in between, you and your child can celebrate God&’s blessings together any time of day.Little Duckling&’s Easter Prayers:Has fifteen unique and kid-friendly poems that tie back to Scripture and highlight things they can be thankful forCan be used as a devotional with children 2-6, or as an introduction to prayerIncludes adorable illustration with details to keep eyes interested