Sacred Teachings

This treasury of essential Buddhist writings draws from the most popular Indian, Tibetan, Chinese, and Japanese sources. Among the selections are some of the earliest recorded sayings of the Buddha on the practice of freedom, passages from later Indian scriptures on the perfection of wisdom, verses from Tibetan masters on the enlightened mind, and songs in praise of meditation by Zen teachers.

For more than 2,000 years, the Heart Sutra has been part of the daily life of millions of Buddhists. This concise text, so rich and laden with meaning, concentrates the very heart of Buddhism into a powerful and evocative teaching on the interdependence of all reality. In Essence of the Heart Sutra, the Dalai Lama masterfully unpacks the Heart Sutra so that any listener can benefit from its teachings - teachings meant to help us release ourselves from suffering and live with true compassion.

First published in 1925, Buddha's Teachings was originally edited by Japanese scholars of Buddhism before WWII and distributed widely throughout Japan. The first English edition was published in 1934.

Sacred Economics traces the history of money from ancient gift economies to modern capitalism, revealing how the money system has contributed to alienation, competition, and scarcity, destroyed community, and necessitated endless growth. Today, these trends have reached their extreme—but in...

The Upanishads are among the oldest of the Indian wisdom texts, the records of teaching sessions of illumined sages and their students, who were asking the fundamental questions of life. Easwaran's translation of these classic texts has been highly acclaimed, and in these informal talks to close students he draws out the main themes of eleven Upanishads.

A comprehensive guide to the foundations of Toltec wisdom, Beyond Fear is essential reading for fans of Don Miguel Ruiz’s New York Times best-selling book, The Four Agreements, which has sold over 8 million copies and has been translated into 46 languages worldwide. Providing instruction in the basic elements of the Toltec spiritual practice, this collection of ceremonies, wisdom, and prophecies empowers readers to shed their fears, judgments, and guilt - an essential step before practicing the Four Agreements.

The Shōbōgenzō is the recognized spiritual masterpiece by the 13th- century Japanese Sōtō Zen Master Eihei Dōgen. It is comprised of discourses that he gave to his disciples, in person or in writing, at various times between 1231 and his death 22 years later at age 53. These discourses cover a wide range of topics pertinent to those in monastic life, though often also relevant to those training in lay life.

Way of the Ancient Healer provides an overview of the rich tradition of Filipino healing practices, discussing their origins, world influences, and role in daily life. The book combines years of historical research with detailed descriptions of the spiritual belief system that forms the foundation of these practices. Giving listeners a rare look at modern-day Filipino healing rituals, the book also includes personal examples from author Virgil Mayor Apostol's own experiences with shamanic healing and dream interpretation.

The Dhammapada is the single most important extant Buddhist text. It is unquestionably 'the voice of the Buddha' where many of his key ideas are presented in a cogent verse form. It opens: "All that we are is the result of what we have thought", and each of the following sections gives clear guidance on how to change our thought. Also included on this recording are other key Buddhist concepts illustrated by original texts.

In Sacred Lessons: Teaching My Father How to Love, Mike de la Rocha explores how inherited definitions of manhood profoundly impacted his ability to connect with his father, his family, and ultimately himself, inviting listeners on a transformative journey of self-discovery, forgiveness, and love.

The One Self Teachings is a series of six masterclasses (3 sessions each) that delivers one of the best overviews of Story’s message with an in-depth view of reality, collective consciousness, and the human condition.

A fascinating compendium of literary and spiritual puzzles, Treasury of the Eye of True Teaching will challenge and inspire listeners to work with great doubt themselves and to discover their inborn potential for enlightenment. Masterfully translated by one of America's foremost translators of Chinese classics into English, it is a captivating window into the literary world of Chinese Zen and essential for students of all Zen schools today.

Fully updated and revised for today's practitioners, this lost underground classic is packed with more than thirty-five lessons and wisdom for both seekers and teachers. Miles Batty presents information on the history and tools of the Craft, spellcasting, ritual procedures, the Wheel of the Year, the principles of Wiccan belief, the four cornerstones of magick, and more. You'll start with the fundamentals and progress through many facets of witchcraft, from divination to ritual construction and etiquette.

Discover indigenous wisdom for a life well lived in "The Seven Generations and the Seven Grandfather Teachings." Based on ancient teachings from the Anishinaabe / Ojibwe people, this spiritual translation of the sacred laws guides us toward Mino-bimaadiziwin, "the good life" – a life of harmony, free from contradiction or conflict.

Mystical Christianity by Yogi Ramacharaka is a profound exploration of the hidden, esoteric side of the Christian faith, unveiling its universal spiritual principles and mystical truths. Drawing upon the wisdom of both Eastern and Western traditions, Ramacharaka reveals how the teachings of Jesus can be understood not only as a religious doctrine, but as a timeless guide to personal transformation and divine realization.

The Four Sacred Fires is an Indigenous teaching inspired and passed down to Indigenous Medium Shawn Leonard from elders he has met along his journey. This sacred knowledge guides you to reconnect with Grandfather Sun, Earth's Core Sacred Fire, the Ceremonial Sacred Fire, and the Heart Sacred...

*Mystical Christianity” by William Walker Atkinson is a work that explores the esoteric and occult teachings within the Christian tradition. Atkinson, under his pen name Yogi Ramacharaka, approaches Christianity from a mystical perspective, fusing elements of Eastern philosophies with traditional Christian thought. The book invites listeners to discover a deeper, more spiritual interpretation of the Gospels, focusing on Christ consciousness as a state of enlightenment and direct connection with the divine.

La HISTORIA de JESÚS y sus enseñanzas son diferentes a cómo te las has contado hasta ahora. Si quieres descubrir, mediante los escritos de Yogi Ramacharaka (Alias de William Walker Atkinson), en 12 lecciones la revisión de los dogmas del cristianismo mediante los ojos de la espiritualidad de oriente, este es tu libro! Escúchalo ahora y descubre una historia INTERESANTÍSIMA, detrás de la HISTORIA de la BIBLIA.

The bee recalls us to our Soul. One wing in the wild world and one in the domestic, she offers herself as a creator of relationships, a guide, and a teacher of the complex and intriguing mysteries of the Universe. The bee is a companion, a counsellor, an ally. She unites the personal and the universal.

The Life and Teachings of Hermes Trismegistus by Manly P. Hall is an audiobook that explores the legendary figure of Hermes Trismegistus and the wisdom attributed to him. Hermes Trismegistus is a mythical and syncretic figure often associated with ancient Egypt and Greece, believed to be a master of various esoteric and philosophical disciplines, including alchemy, astrology, and spirituality. In this audiobook, Manly P. Hall delves into the life, philosophy, and teachings of Hermes Trismegistus. He discusses the Hermetic tradition and its influence on Western thought and spirituality.