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Considered by Rumi to be "the master" of Sufi mystic poetry, Attar is best known for this epic poem, a magnificent allegorical tale about the soul's search for meaning. He recounts the perilous journey of the world's birds to the faraway peaks of Mount Qaf in search of the mysterious Simorgh, their king. Attar's beguiling anecdotes and humor intermingle the sublime with the mundane, the spiritual with the worldly, while his poem models the soul's escape from the mind's rational embrace.

Everyone loves stories, and in this audiobook, the best-selling author of Sadhana: A Way to God shares 124 stories and parables from a variety of traditions both ancient and modern. Each story resonates with life lessons that can teach us inescapable truths about ourselves and our world.

Your ticket from the twenty-first century to the era of Jesus and the first Christians. A listenable, two-volume introduction placing the entire New Testament and early Christianity in its original context, written by distinguished scholar and author N. T. Wright. An ideal guide for students...

This episode focuses on the core, outer hips and shoulders, culminating in bird of paradise.

The New York Times Bestseller Oprah's Book Club Pick 2022 That Bird Has My Wings is a moving memoir of a Death Row inmate who discovers Buddhism and becomes an inspirational role model for fellow inmates, guards, and a growing public. ""When I think about the fact that society, a nation, has...

Your ticket from the twenty-first century to the era of Jesus and the first Christians. A listenable, two-volume introduction placing the entire New Testament and early Christianity in its original context, written by distinguished scholar and author N. T. Wright. An ideal guide for students...

An urgent call for Christians everywhere to explore the nature of the kingdom amid the political upheaval of our day. Should Christians be politically withdrawn, avoiding participation in politics to maintain their prophetic voice and to keep from being used as political pawns? Or should...

Whether we watch quick little songbirds at our backyard feeders, keep a flock of chickens, teach parrots to talk, or stand looking up at the sky, mesmerized by the aerial acrobatics of blackbirds gathering as the leaves turn in the fall, humans have an almost universal admiration of and interest in birds. We love the birdsong of spring, the fledglings in summer, the deep V of geese in autumn, the bright spot of red cardinals against white snow. Wild or domestic, birds are clearly one of God's best gifts.

In a tale woven with love and loss, Old Mary Ann has devoted her life to raising her son alone. Like many before him, he dreams of adventure beyond the mountains, and Mary Ann courageously decides to accompany him. Heartbreak strikes when her son marries, only to lose his wife shortly after the birth of their son. With her son consumed by grief and seeking solace elsewhere, Mary Ann steps in to care for her grandson. This story explores the bond between grandmother and grandson, the enchanting songs of the birds, and the faith that guides them both through lifes challenges. (Summary by Daryl ...

What do the books of Luke and Acts teach us about God, Jesus, and the early church? How do these two books relate to each other? In this accessible and compelling introduction, Michael Bird draws us into the wide-ranging narrative of Luke-Acts to discover how Luke frames the life of Jesus and of the first disciples who set out from Jerusalem to "the ends of the earth" proclaiming the Good News. Bird shows us how these two books, when read together, tell a cohesive narrative about Jesus, the Church, and the mission of God—with implications for the whole of our lives today.

"Hypothetical universalism," or "unlimited atonement," states that Christ's death is sufficient for the guilt of all people yet is only effectively applied to those with faith. This tradition, typified by the French Reformer Moïse Amyraut, has continued among Anglicans and Baptists for over four centuries, yet has been underexplored in Reformed systematic theology. Unlimited Atonement fills a gap in resources on atonement theology that begin with the unlimited love of God.

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Exploring the transformative impact of Native American spirituality on contemporary events, this is the third book in Ken Carey's trilogy.

The potential of a team of God-inspired, talented, committed people is boundless. But without resilience—including the savvy and skill to get up again (and again) when the going gets tough—teams simply cannot thrive or lead well. Resilience is what sets great leaders and teams apart from those that literally fall apart. It's what's missing when great organizations lose steam.

Empowered Healers Podcast Welcome to the Empowered Healers Podcast, a sacred space for women who are ready to step into their full spiritual power and purpose. Each episode invites you to embark on a journey of healing, transformation, and ancestral reconnection. Whether you're an experienced healer or just beginning your spiritual path, this podcast offers wisdom, rituals, and insights to support you in your growth as an empowered healer.Hosted by Song🕊️Bird Grand Mother, we explore topics that empower women to embrace their divine feminine, release limiting beliefs, activate their true...

The Zondervan Biblical and Theological Lectures series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, The New Testament in Its World: Audio Lectures includes high quality live-recordings of college-level lectures that cover the...

The enchanting song of the Veery Thrush, also known as the Hermit Thrush, takes center stage, with the gentle hum of hummingbird wings and the melodic calls of Black-headed Grosbeak, American Robin, Hairy Woodpecker, and Red-breasted Nuthatch providing harmonious accompaniment. Ideal for fostering mindfulness and relaxation, this auditory journey envelops you in nature's soothing symphony, promoting inner peace and well-being.

As the world unravels under the weight of an immortal sorcerer’s despair, Tula must confront the man who quite literally stole her heart. Along with a cunning demon bound to her by desperate choices, she journeys through a land scarred by destruction, seeking to be made whole again before darkness consumes everything.A tale of resilience, reckoning, and the cost of hope, A Bird for a Heart explores what it means to hold onto your humanity when the world demands you let it go. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This unique audiobook features the soothing sounds of gentle forest rain and the melodic songs of the Pine Warbler, Tufted Titmouse and other birds. Perfect for meditation, yoga, or simply unwinding after a long day, this ambient audio will transport you to a peaceful forest setting and promote holistic living.

This binaural audio recording features the Red-winged Blackbird birdsong recorded in its natural habitat in Iowa’s Yellow River State Forest near a delicate babbling river stream together with other birds, insects, and ground creatures. Other birdsongs include: Common Yellowthroat, Song Sparrow, Yellow Warbler, American Goldfinch, Blue Jay, Brown-headed Cowbird with Red-bellied Woodpecker, Rose-breasted Grosbeak.