Book Reviews

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The Seven Deadly Sins By Solomon Schimmel Impressive reflections on the vices with practical guidelines for controlling them. Meaning
The Heart of the Enlightened By Anthony de Mello 250 stories from many religions and cultures on spirituality. Imagination
Spirituality and Health, Health and Spirituality By Bruce G. Epperly A timely and cogent Christian perspective on wellness. Faith
African Religion By Laurenti Magesa Makes a strong case for recognizing African Religion as a world religion with its own distinctive view of the abundant life, reverencing God, and respecting the ancestors. Devotion
Living Buddha, Living Christ By Thich Nhat Hanh A masterwork that builds bridges by celebrating the best within Buddhism and Christianity. Teachers
Celtic Prayers from Iona By John Philip Newell Contains a weekly cycle of morning and evening prayers written in the style and spiritual purview of the Celtic tradition. Hospitality
Housekeeping By Marilynne Robinson A luminous novel about time, nature, and the supreme mystery of the human personality. Nurturing
Tracks in the Straw By Ted Loder 15 nativity stories and modern fables arranged for daily use during Advent. Devotion
How Good Do We Have to Be? By Harold S. Kushner Emphasizes the idea that God's forgiveness enables us to accept our own flaws and the failings of others. Forgiveness
Entering the Circle By Olga Kharitidi An intriguing New Age story. Meaning
Bright Evening Star By Madeleine L'Engle A mix of memoir and meditation on the journey of Jesus. Faith
Teachings on Love By Thich Nhat Hanh One of the most profound and practical books you'll ever read on love. Love
The Vein of Gold By Julia Cameron Tailor-made for those who relish inner prospecting. Imagination
Minyan By Rami Shapiro Drink deep of the sagacity on these pages and your spiritual practices will be enriched immeasurably. Kindness
Anatomy of the Spirit By Caroline Myss A new model of the human energy system based upon a synthesis of three spiritual traditions. Meaning
For the Inward Journey By Anne Spencer Thurman, Howard Thurman An excellent anthology of important writings from the African-American preacher and teacher. Faith
A Guide to the Bodhisattva Way of Life By B. Alan Wallace, Santideva , Vesna A. Wallace A fine rendition of this Buddhlist classic. Zeal
God Is By Sri Chinmoy Brings together this Indian guru's perspective on the relationship between human beings and the Source of Life. Love
Keepers of the Earth By Joseph Bruchac, Michael J. Caduto An astonishing educational resource for young children using Native American stories, practical exercises, and outdoor experiences. Nurturing
God & The Big Bang By Daniel C. Matt An exploration of physics and mysticism that illustrates the continuing dialogue between science and spirituality. X-The Mystery