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1) God
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This is a book about God.
Not just any god, but the god that created Adam and Eve; the god of Abraham, the god of the Jews; the god of the Christians; and the god of Islam, without a doubt, the most influential figure in the history of human civilization. But, what do we really know about him? Who is he? Where did he come from? What does he look like? What sort of character does he have? What, if anything, does he eat? Does he have a family? In...
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Recently found scientific facts allowed Benjamin Freeman to use a scripturally supported variant of the scientific method to meld the major holy books with each other and with overlapping secular truth. Once I show that modern science proves that Judeo-Christians should see the Qur'an as the Bible's third testament, this book then offers compelling support for somewhat unique interpretations of the Noah's Ark, Garden of Eden, Armageddon, and the crucifixion...
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The current social and political climate makes it easy to benefit from religious misunderstanding. Political and religious leaders create fear of the religious other in order to drum up support for themselves. But the best way to combat deliberate misrepresentation is to provide accurate, timely information about the three great monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Originally published in 2007, What Do Our Neighbors Believe?...
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Perspicaz y convincente, El amor de Jesús y María en el islam revela una visión exhaustiva de varios aspectos del islam ampliamente desconocidos. En efecto, ciertos acontecimientos mundiales han ensanchado la brecha entre varias religiones y, debido a presentaciones cada vez más sesgadas y mal concebidas, algunos grupos se han convertido en víctimas de la discriminación.
Por estas razones, el autor ha creado este libro innovador, diseñado para...
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Examining other religions provides Christians the opportunity to more deeply understand their own beliefs. Learning about other religions is not the same as learning from other religions, which can have great value to Christians who wish to strengthen their faith. In this book's ten easy-to-read chapters, Wogaman shows readers what Christians can learn from different religions, such as Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and even from atheism. From...
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"Confucianism and Its Rivals" by Herbert A. Giles offers a comprehensive exploration of the rich tapestry of Chinese religions, spanning the dominance of Confucianism and Taoism to the historical role of Northern Buddhism. As China's state religion, Confucianism evolved, shedding metaphysical aspects to become the dominant spiritual force until the 20th century. Giles, a seasoned British diplomat and renowned sinologist, provides a detailed historical...
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Have you ever doubted the historical Jesus or traditional biblical stories? Felt guilty for questioning your faith? This book will free you from those fears by uncovering the truth. I'll answer questions like: - Did Jesus literally rise from the dead? No - you'll learn how this story originated from Egyptian astrology. - Did Jesus die on the cross? No - I'll break down the Egyptian numerological meaning behind this mythic motif. - Where was Jesus...
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Sacred Pathways: Navigating the Depths of Religion and Spirituality is a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted dimensions of human belief, faith, and spiritual practices. The book invites readers to embark on a transformative journey, delving into the rich tapestry of religious traditions, spiritual paths, and their profound impact on individuals and societies. The book begins by setting the stage for this immersive journey, highlighting the...
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"Shortlisted for the British-Kuwait Friendship Society Book Prize" "Finalist for the Award for Excellence in the Historical Study of Religion, American Academy of Religion" "The Spectator's Books of the Year" Christian C. Sahner is associate professor of Islamic history at the University of Oxford and a fellow of St Cross College. He is the author of Among the Ruins: Syria Past and Present.
A look at the developing conflicts in Christian-Muslim...
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With its emphasis on relation over substance and possibility over predetermined endings, open and relational theology provides a way forward for both Muslims and Christians. This way, as "Open and Relational Theology and its Social and Political Implications: Muslim and Christian Perspectives" posits, aligns beautifully with important and ancient thinking from both traditions. Our world desperately needs "people of the book" to pursue cooperation...
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For some decades American (and other) culture has been obsessed with cults. But what does "cult" mean? How should a religious group be identified as a cult? Who joins cults and why? These and other questions are answered in this book. It provides a basic introduction to cults, "unsafe sects," especially from an orthodox Christian perspective. Here readers will also find accounts of the author's personal experiences of cults.
12) Ecocide
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How
'Sex, drugs, and rock-n-roll'
in ancient Athens entered
Christianity.
How Plato's mental bias wrecks
our ecology and our mental health.
In this remarkable and well researched book, Dr John Wilson, a down-to-earth psychiatrist, breaks new ground. He shows how classical Greek civilization, still the foundation of Western culture, splits our minds from our bodies. Splitting us also from physical health, from mental health, and from our natural...
13) The Mirror of God: Christian Faith as Spiritual Practice--Lessons from Buddhism and Psychotherapy
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What are the benefits of being a spiritual person? This is the question that James Jones explores in his newest book, The Mirror of God. Jones contends that true religious belief is not a passive process and that one must work hard towards believing in God through acts such as prayer, meditation and communal worship. He explores the boundaries between psychotherapy and religious practice, looks at what Christians might learn from Buddhists and shows...
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This book deals with evidence that suggests that there is a personal God who takes an interest in human beings. This is the most common view among religious people around the world. In monotheistic religions, God is thought of as a being who has intervened in the world to reveal himself to humanity. He interacts with the universe through miracles or supernatural revelations. God is thought to be personally involved in the lives of believers through,...
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Your choice will dictate Heaven or Hell. Will you choose wisely?
In John 14:6 (KJV), Jesus said,
"...I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me."
Find out how the truth will set you free...
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This book will help distinguish between Scientology, the Illuminati, modern-day cults, and true Christianity!
Scientology owns $400 million of the real estate in Hollywood, CA alone, which...
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OPENING OUR EYES TO SEE THE DARKNESS
This book will help you answer these critical questions:
Is Heaven or Hell real?
Is Satan real?
Did Jesus Christ die on the Cross for My sins?
• Was Christ Resurrected in three days, and does He now sit at the right Hand of God?
Who is God the Father, Jesus Christ His Son (God), and the Holy Spirit (God)?
What does the "Rapture of the True Christian Church" mean?
What does the "Tribulation" mean?
What does...
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My own people, the Jewish nation will not recognize and accept Jesus Christ as their Messiah.And yet, there is so much evidence in the Bible proving that Jesus, the One who died on the cross for our sins truly is the soon-coming Messiah.So, why then don't the Jews accept and believe in Jesus?Let me explain…
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Dès l'origine, en paléontologie, on commence à parler avec certitude d' « humanité » avec l'apparition des mobiliers funéraires et des premières traces d'inhumation : lorsque l'homme devient capable de se représenter un « Au-delà » de l'humain, de développer des rites de passage de l'ici-bas à un au-delà, il devient humain. À l'échelle de l'histoire et de la géographie humaine, l'athéisme qui s'est développé en Europe essentiellement...
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"Best Nonfiction Jewish Book of 2012, Jewish Ideas Daily.com" "One of Choice's Outstanding Academic Titles for 2013" Jon D. Levenson is the Albert A. List Professor of Jewish Studies at Harvard University. His many books include Resurrection and the Restoration of Israel: The Ultimate Victory of the God of Life, which won the National Jewish Book Award, and Creation and the Persistence of Evil (Princeton).
How Judaism, Christianity, and Islam have...
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Why Understanding America's Religious Landscape Is the Most Important Challenge Facing Us Today
• The 1990s saw the U.S. Navy commission its first Muslim chaplain and open its first mosque.
• There are presently more than three hundred temples in Los Angeles, home to the greatest variety of Buddhists in the world.
• There are more American Muslims than there are American Episcopalians, Jews, or Presbyterians.
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