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In God is Not One: The Eight Rival Religions That Run the World, New York Times bestselling author of Religious Literacy and religion scholar Stephen Prothero argues that persistent attempts to portray all religions as different paths to the same God overlook the distinct problem that each...

Based on the writings of Venerable Sister Mary of Jesus of Agreda (1602-1665). Her 4-volume set, which was translated into English by Fr. George Blatter (Fiscar Marison), is broadcast in a chapter-by-chapter format allowing you to enjoy the life story of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It‘s deeper than simply the history and has been referred to as the theology of grace. The story begins before creation and concludes at the Blessed Virgin Mary‘s Coronation as Queen of Heaven. These are things God wants you to know and has been revealed to Ven. Sr. Mary of Agreda for the encouragement of the ...

What do we know about Jesus and Mary? For starters, what the evangelists recorded in the gospels. Throughout Church history, mystics have received visions of the life of Jesus and Mary and recorded them as biographies. One such mystic was Venerable Maria of Agreda who authored The Mystical City of God, a four-volume book totaling more than 2,000 pages. It's a daunting task to read, but Marian theologian Fr. Edward Looney has partnered with TAN Books to read it in a year. Join him as he reads and provides reflections daily.

Michelangelo, God's Architect is the first book to tell the full story of Michelangelo's final two decades, when the peerless artist refashioned himself into the master architect of St. Peter’s Basilica and other major buildings. When the Pope handed Michelangelo control of the St. Peter’s project in 1546, it was a study in architectural mismanagement, plagued by flawed design and faulty engineering.

The tale of The Frost-Giants Daughter stands as one of the earliest chronicles of Conans life, capturing the essence of his youth as a mercenary in the frosty lands of Nordheim, just north of his homeland, Cimmeria. In this gripping story, Conan finds himself as the sole survivor of a brutal battle on an icy plain, where eighty men have fallen in a fierce clash between Wulfheres Aesir warriors and the Vanir led by chieftain Bragi. As the exhausted Conan lies amidst the carnage, he is approached by the enchanting and haughty Atali, a semi-nude beauty draped in a gossamer veil that seems woven ...

Girl Meets God is where childlike faith meets the living Word. I sit with God, listen for His voice, and write down what He speaks to my heart. The Bible is where my relationship with Him deepens and becomes real.Come with a soft heart, open Bible and meet God again and again — not as religion, but as relationship.Come grow your relationship with Him — one encounter at a time.

Dive into the world of Mr Perrin and Mr Traill, a gripping tale set in a grim, old-fashioned boarding school in Cornwall. The story unfolds the intense rivalry between the seasoned master, Mr. Perrin, and the fresh-faced Mr. Traill, whose arrival sparks a series of unfortunate events. As their animosity escalates, it leads to devastating consequences that reveal the haunting realities of life in a repressive educational environment. Experience the authors vivid portrayal of the stifling atmosphere that affects not only the teachers but the students and the entire community. - Summary by Simon ...

Explore the enchanting world crafted by Lord Dunsany, a pioneering Anglo-Irish writer and dramatist whose influence on fantasy literature is profound. Born in London in 1878, Dunsany drew inspiration from the evocative poetry of Algernon Swinburne, who famously mused, Time and the Gods are at strife, as well as the whimsical fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen. His unique storytelling style has left an indelible mark on the works of influential authors such as H. P. Lovecraft and Ursula K. Le Guin. The correspondence between Dunsany and Arthur C. Clarke, spanning from...

Faith and the Horror genre may seem to be opposites, but every week Reed and Nathan put them in dialogue together. Join us for conversations about the things that haunt us and the things that heal us, explorations at the intersection between faith and fear, where we examine what scares us, in order to find what saves us.

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom,” and “a fountain of life”—the foundation on which all wisdom rests, as well as the source from whence it emanates. Upon a principle so vastly important, all the subtle malignity of Satan has been directed, if possible to mislead the very elect; while the ungodly and impenitent fall under his devices. To the mind enlightened by Divine truth, the difference between a filial fear of offending God and the dread of punishment is very plain. Still, by the devil’s sophistry, some of the most pious Christians have been puzzled and ...

Among the Gods is a storytelling podcast that brings Greek mythology to life through rich, immersive narration. Ancient myths are retold as gripping stories, full of drama, humor, and quiet wisdom, revealing the very human flaws and choices hidden within the divine. These are not distant legends or dry retellings, but living tales where intelligence can outmatch force, pride can start wars, and a single decision can reshape the world.

Life can feel overwhelming when faith is tested by trials and tribulations. This podcast is your safe space; a place to find hope, encouragement, and strength as you navigate life’s challenges. Each episode offers heartfelt poetry, practical insights, and faith-based guidance to help you heal, grow, and rediscover the path God has prepared for you. Whether you’re struggling with doubt, pain, or uncertainty, you’ll find comfort and clarity here. Join us as we walk together toward restoration and renewed faith.“11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for ...

Irish actor Ian Kenny reads old stories by a fire to help you drift off to sleep. Nothing too exhilarating at all. New episodes Wednesday and Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Regina Miriam Bloch stands as a captivating yet elusive figure in the realm of Weird Fiction, having produced just two slender volumes The Swine-Gods and Other Visions and The Book of Strange Loves. Yet, her unique language and the powerful impact of her writing style are unparalleled. The Swine-Gods and Other Visions is a mesmerizing collection of eerie and otherworldly fables, brimming with pagan deities, strange allegorical tales, and vivid imagery that was unprecedented at the time. Bloch invites readers into her dreamlike landscapes, where priests offer souls to boar-headed gods, demons ...

This is our game of awakening. This is where we invite misfits, poets, musicians and soul siblings to gather at the fringe. Roll the dice. See what the creative muses whisper. Welcome to "God Help Me, I'm Awake! Radio."

Primary purpose? Use AI: Astute Articulate Intellectual Awareness in Artistic Expression to teach the Gods Chosen a lesson thru truth & confession The Marathon Continues thru Gods Grace & Christ Blessin'

When God Held My Hand: Rising Through Cancer With Grace is a deeply personal memoir that traces one woman's journey through breast cancer-not as a story of tragedy, but as a powerful turning point of awakening, courage, and self-trust. The book opens with the author's childhood in Old Delhi, her early independence, marriage, motherhood, and spiritual grounding quietly laying the emotional foundation that later becomes her greatest source of strength.

In the summer of 1921, a disenchanted journalist escapes the rat race for a drive in the country. But Mr. Barnstaple's trip exceeds his expectations when he and other motorists are swept 3,000 years into the future. The inadvertent time travelers arrive in a world that corresponds exactly to Barnstaple's ideals: a utopian state, free of crime, poverty, war, disease, and bigotry. Unfettered by the constraints of government and organized religion, the citizens lead rich, meaningful lives, passed in pursuit of their creative fancies. Barnstaple's traveling companions, however, quickly contrive a ...

Dive into The Gods of Mars, the captivating 1918 science fiction novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs, and the second installment of his iconic Barsoom series. This groundbreaking tale not only shaped the landscape of science fiction but also left an indelible mark on beloved franchises like Star Trek and Farscape. While Burroughs drew inspiration from the pulp fiction of his era, particularly westerns and swashbuckling adventures, his unique pacing and compelling themes paved the way for the soft science fiction genre. Join the fearless John Carter, a master of hand-to-hand combat and a charmer of ...

This spiritual fable intends to make us reflect on our own life, the things we put our security in, the values we live by, the dreams we have set aside as wishful thinking. It makes us look at the community around us, the connections we have. Through the life of a dog who’s left on the side of the road, abandoned by his owner. He then comes across a wolf, that tells him to go on a journey to find his true identity and who his creator really is.