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  The Mystery of the Apocalypse

  Manly Palmer Hall

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  Subjected to more criticism than any other book now incorporated in the New Testament, the Apocalypse--popularly accredited to St. John the Divine--is by far the most important but least understood of the Gnostic Christian writings. Though Justin Martyr declared the Book of Revelation to have been written by "John, one of Christ's apostles," its authorship was disputed as early as the second century after Christ. In the third century these contentions became acute and even Dionysius of Alexandria and Eusebius attacked the Johannine theory, declaring that both the Book of Revelation and the Gospel according to St. John were written by one Cerinthus, who borrowed the name of the great apostle the better to foist his own doctrines upon the Christians. Later Jerome questioned the authorship of the Apocalypse and during the Reformation his objections were revived by Luther and Erasmus. The once generally accepted notion that the Book of Revelation was the actual record of a "mystical experience" occurring to St. John while that seer was an exile in the Isle of Parmos is now regarded with disfavor by more critical scholars. Other explanations have therefore been advanced to account for the symbolism permeating the volume and the original motive for its writing.

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  The Practice of Presence - Five...

  Patty de Llosa

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  Listen as Patty de Llosa takes us on a journey of discovery through mind, body and spirit, encouraging us to practice presence. Each of the five spiritual paths she explores can lead to a more authentic, extraordinary life of daily awareness. You'll discover practical guidance on how to seek daily what we truly desire behind all the urgencies and obligations of our lives: contact with our own immediate inner truth.

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  King Jesus

  Robert Graves

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  “Both the knowledge of a scholar and the imagination of a poet are brought to bear upon Jesus as child, boy, and man. . . . A bold speculative adventure” (Harold Brighouse, Manchester Guardian).   In Robert Graves’s unique retelling, Jesus is very much a mortal and the grandson of King Herod the Great. When his father runs afoul of the king’s temper and is executed, Jesus is raised in the house of Joseph the Carpenter. The kingdom he is heir to, in this version of the story, is very much a terrestrial one: the Kingdom of Judah. Graves tells of Jesus’s rise as a philosopher, scriptural scholar, and charismatic speaker in sharp detail, as well as his arrest and downfall as a victim of pitiless Roman politics.   Bringing together his unparalleled narrative skill and in-depth expertise in historical scholarship, renowned classicist and historical novelist Robert Graves brings the story of Jesus Christ to life in a strikingly unorthodox way, making this one of the most hotly contested novels Graves ever wrote—and possibly one of the most controversial ever written. It provides a fascinating new twist to a well-known story, one that fans of this historical period are sure to love.   “This is not reading for the easily shocked; it definitely presents Jesus as a sage and a [poet], if not divine. It moves, as does all Mr. Graves’ writing, at a brilliant fast pace, and with a tremendous style.” —Kirkus Reviews

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  Ashes of Eden

  Judah Lamb

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  Elias traded a perfect prison for a dangerous hope. 
  He chose to "unplug," and with the mysterious priest and his resistance team, he's finally on the right side of the war. Their mission is to save humanity from a digital lie and reclaim a world from the ashes of nuclear fallout. 
  But as they fight through a fragmented reality, every victory feels hollow. Every truth they uncover leads to more questions. Their enemies are ghosts, their allies are untested, and the priest's faith is shaken by a new, insidious enemy: doubt. 
  What if the prison was just a single floor in a tower of lies? 
  What if hope is just another program designed to keep you running in place? 
  How can you save humanity when you can’t even tell what’s real? 
  Ashes of Eden continues a riveting new series exploring faith, sacrifice, and the ultimate questions: What does it mean to be human? Can we really save ourselves? Can we truly love without sacrifice? 
  The Eden Protocols series engages faith, sacrifice, and the ultimate questions: What does it mean to be human? Can we really save ourselves? Can we truly love without sacrifice? 
  Fans of Judah Lamb's The Unfallen series will love this new Christian dystopian and post-apocalyptic sci-fi thriller. It's perfect for readers who loved The Matrix, Frank Peretti's This Present Darkness, and Ready Player One. 
  Sometimes the greatest act of love is letting go of a beautiful lie.

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  Faith Love and Hope

  Rod Martin

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  Immerse yourself in the literary universe of Rod Martin — a gifted author, poet, songwriter, and playwright rooted in the lush rainforests of Kahaluʻu, Hawaii, on the island of Oʻahu. After three decades as an educator in Hawaii’s public schools, Rod has recently retired, devoting his creative energy to an eclectic range of books that inspire teachers and captivate readers alike. 
  For educators eager to bring creativity into their classrooms, "Drama Games and Acting Exercises" offers a thorough guide to blending improvisational theatre seamlessly into lesson plans. "Future Poets" invites readers to explore fresh possibilities in verse, guiding them toward inventive styles of poetry. Meanwhile, "Write On" overflows with writing prompts and inspirational quotations, designed to spark the imagination of students. 
  Rod’s writing reaches far beyond educational tools. His novel "Jesse, Son of God" draws from personal experiences, unfolding a gripping story framed by a wager between God and the Devil. His latest novel, "Huckleberry Dick," is an absorbing mix of romance and detective fiction, following private investigator Joe Freedom and his alluring therapist, Vana Fox. His debut poetry collection, "Faith, Love and Hope," is now available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. 
  Rod also delights young readers with a whimsical array of children’s books, including "The Tale of Natalie Nightingale," "Baby’s Day," "Excuses, Excuses," "The Tale of the Vorpul Snit," "Check This Out," and "Things I Don’t Know About Animals" — each brimming with charm and imagination. 
  Take a journey through Rod Martin’s diverse body of work, where every page offers a new adventure and every story leaves a lasting impression.

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  The Buddha - A Storied Life

  Kristin Scheible, Vanessa R. Sasson

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  To this day, Buddhist holidays and rituals are pinned to the arc of the Buddha's biography, celebrating his birth, awakening, teaching, and final nirvana. His story is the model that exemplary Buddhists follow. Often, there is a moment of insight akin to the Buddha's experience with the Four Sights, followed by a great departure from home, and a period of searching that it is hoped will lead to final awakening. The Buddha's story is not just the Buddha's story; it is the story of Buddhism. 
   
   
   
  In this book, twelve leading scholars of South Asian texts and traditions articulate the Buddha-life blueprint—the underlying and foundational pattern that holds the life story of a buddha together. They retell the episodes of Buddha Gautama's extended life story, while keeping in mind the cosmic, paradigmatic arc of his narrative. The contributors have dedicated their careers to exploring hagiographical materials, each applying their own methodological and theoretical interests to shed new light on the enduring story of Buddhism. Using multiple perspectives, voices, and sources, this volume underscores the multivalent centrality of this story. The book will be an invaluable resource to practicing Buddhists and students of Buddhist Studies to help them engage in the most foundational story of the tradition.

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