Philosophy and Religion

Gershom Scholem is celebrated as the twentieth century's most profound student of the Jewish mystical tradition; Walter Benjamin, as a master thinker whose extraordinary essays mix the revolutionary, the revelatory, and the esoteric. Scholem was a precocious teenager when he met Benjamin, who became his close friend and intellectual mentor. His account of that relationship—which was to rem

Brewing a cup of tea can lead to a variety of exciting magical practices, and Tea Magic is the perfect, gorgeously illustrated guide.  A steaming cup of tea can be the perfect source of comfort on a brisk fall day—and, as Chloé Zarka Grinsnir's fascinating book reveals, it is also a potent form of magic that can be effortlessly used to add magic to day-to-day life. Little things done with intent

Connect with the celestial powers of ancient goddesses • Explores beliefs and myths from Mesopotamia, ancient Egypt, and around the Mediterranean, revealing how ancient goddesses were powerful Queens of the Heavens and Guardians of the Underworld, not passive fertility symbols • Looks at creator goddesses, sun goddesses, lunar goddesses, warrior maiden goddesses, and night goddesses, i

A practical guide to the magical and ritual use of poison plant allies • Shares a detailed formulary, including rituals, magical correspondences, and recipes for working with the baneful herbs of occult herbalism • Looks at the plants of fate and the divination practices they support, love magic with poison plants, shadow work and spell work, the devil´s garden, and the use of nightsha

The Day God Saw Me as Black is a genre-defying, cultural critique of white supremacy in the Black Pentecostal religious experience through the lenses of race, gender, sexual expression, and class analyses. A narrative that weaves between critique and meditation, decolonization and reconciliation, the theoretical and the deeply personal, The Day God Saw Me as Black is an imagining of what could be

Mystic and prophet Julian of Norwich was an innovator and theologian in her own right who developed a veritable metaphysics of goodness. This book provides a translation and a format for prayer and artistic response to her lively mystical images. Only now do we discover her true sensuality, her intimacy with God and with all of creation. Julian is a mystic and, for our times, a prophet who brings

An epic queer romantasy retelling of the Kalevala by the author of the viral self-published sensation PUCKING AROUND for fans of UPROOTED and THE BEAR AND THE NIGHTINGALE

New York Times bestselling author John Eldredge reveals the path of the "ordinary mystic," and invites readers into the refuge of experiencing deep, lasting, real communion with Jesus. In this present age we are all becoming disciples of the Internet. We are addicted to distraction. We idolize our instant access to a never-ending avalanche of information. We think we're finally holding the keys

A 13-card pocket-sized oracle deck that provides quick and direct answers about love, relationships, and all magical affairs of the heart. Could it be true love or a case of rose-colored glasses? Have you found The One or another unlucky red flag? This deck offers guidance for all your relationship queries. Featuring Athene's gorgeous, mystical illustrations and straightforward answers to questio

'Do you want to improve the world? I don't think it can be done. The world is sacred. It can't be improved. If you tamper with it, you'll ruin it. If you treat it like an object, you'll lose it.' Stephen Mitchell's translation of Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching (The Book of the Way) has sold over half a million copies worldwide. In this stunningly beautiful edition of the fundamental modern Taoist philosop

This rich, beautiful book takes readers from the mountains of Kashmir to a repurposed castle in the west of Ireland, as it tours the most magnificent sacred gardens in the world. Elements from religious gardens – from labyrinths and grottos to monastic herb gardens and geometrical patterns – have long been familiar in garden design, as has the tradition of seeking spiritual enlightenment through

Discover the intriguing mythology behind the planets and Zodiac signs that rule Western astrology and learn how to channel the energy of each star sign to live your best life. Have you ever wondered why the Zodiac signs are associated with certain animals? Or how a crab (Cancer) came to rule a part of the sky? Or, for that matter, what it means to have Taurus, the stubborn bull, as your star si

We hear all the time that we're moments from doomsday. Around us, crises interlock and escalate, threatening our collective survival: Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with its rising risk of nuclear warfare, is taking place against a backdrop of global warming, ecological breakdown, and widespread social and economic unrest. Protestors and politicians repeatedly call for action, but still we conti

An accessible and inspirational look at how we can apply the teachings of the greatest ancient philosopher to modern life.

Learn the art of witchcraft and embrace a positive, fulfilling lifestyle with this beginner’s spell deck. This stunning 60-card deck guides you through the foundations of witchcraft. This complex craft can be intimidating for new witches, but with the right tools, unlocking your inner power and manifesting your dreams is easy. Let this mystical collection empower you to bring different kinds of m

This beautiful deluxe edition of #1 New York Times bestselling author Joyce Meyer's BATTLEFIELD OF THE MIND BIBLE contains all the same spiritual truths in a pink Euroluxe binding. Connecting the principles of Joyce's all-time bestselling book, Battlefield of the Mind, to the Bible, BATTLEFIELD OF THE MIND BIBLE enables readers to use the Word to overcome the battles within their minds. And now

The Crooked Path is a primer for readers new to the practice of Traditional Witchcraft that is rooted in British folklore and history. This book shares hands-on tips and techniques to get started on this powerful and dynamic spiritual path, including guidance on establishing a practice that is based on your own location and natural landscape. You will also discover how to work with the tools, ritu

Growing older is inevitable, but aging can be prevented, even reversed—but only when you upgrade your brain, using both ancient and modern science, to create psychosomatic health. A healthy brain is the foundation for a healthier and more fulfilling life, and in Grow A New Brain, modern shamanic practitioner Alberto Villoldo reveals research and introduces protocols for readers to improve t

Exploring the esoteric subject of Dzogchen, His Holiness offers insights into one of Buddhism´s most profound systems of meditation. He discusses both the philosophic foundations and the practices of this system—taking into account the approaches of various schools and teachers. To these teachings, His Holiness brings all those qualities which are so uniquely his—the accumulated knowl