Book Reviews

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Lighting the Way By His Holiness The Dalai Lama Essential Tibetan Buddhist teachings. Compassion
The Truce of God By Rowan Williams A thoughtful Christian meditation on peace and violence. Peace
The Second Half of Life By Angeles Arrien A compelling primer on the second half of life, which presents this stage as one of great adventure and meaning. Meaning
Becoming Human By Brian C. Taylor A richly developed and ethically challenging meditation on Jesus as an exemplar of what it means to be human. Teachers
Choosing Peace through Daily Practices By Ellen Ott Marshall Essays from faculty at Claremont School of Theology on the moral challenge of peacebuilding in these violent times. Peace
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Mary Magdalene By Lesa Bellevie A top-notch compilation of material and resources on the multidimensional life and legacy of Mary Magdalene. Questing
Gandhi's Hope By Jay McDaniel A soul-stirring and enlightening overview of the adventure of wisdom in our times. Peace
Does God Forgive Me? By August Gold, Diane Hardy Waller A rounded and relevant treatment of forgiveness for children ages 3 to 6 years of age. Forgiveness
Why I Am a Muslim By Asma Gull Hasan Offers feisty insights into Islam and the many misconceptions people have about it. Faith
Divining the Body By Jan Phillips A compelling and imaginative work calling us to take seriously the Divine Presence within our bodies. Reverence
Blue Truth By David Deida An in-depth salute to the spiritual practice of openness. Openness
Lifelines By Christina Baldwin Many pathways to meaning both within yourself and in the world. Meaning
True Happiness By Pema Chodron Practices that can lead to contentment and inner peace. Peace
Unconditional Self-Acceptance By Cheri Huber Ways to have multiple access to your authentic self and the wonderful world of your emotions. You
Living the Questions By Sam M. Intrator Explores the contributions of Parker J. Palmer to education, community, spirituality, and social change. Questing
A Faith Worth Believing By Tom Stella Ventures out of the cramped and confining beliefs of parochial Christianity into more expansive and mysterious territory. Faith
Good is the Flesh By Jean Denton A thoughtful collection of essays for Christians to help them upgrade their views on the spiritual dimensions of stewardship of their bodies. Faith
Praying with Jesus and Mary By Leonardo Boff Cogent analysis of two major Christian prayers with an emphasis upon the Kingdom of God and justice. Devotion
Sitting With Sufis By Mary Blye Howe An interfaith gem that ought to embolden others to act upon their deepest yearnings to draw closer to God. Hospitality
Blessings for God's People By Thomas G. Simons A collection of blessings to be used in the home, at church, during special rituals, and in our days and doings. Devotion