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  Simone Weil - Philosophy of...

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  Simone Weil (1909–1943) stands as one of the most profound and unique thinkers of the 20th century, whose philosophy blends the intellectual rigor of traditional philosophy with the depth of mysticism, spirituality, and social activism. Despite her relatively short life, Weil’s work has had a lasting impact on diverse fields, including philosophy, theology, politics, and social theory. Her exploration of the concepts of gravity and grace forms the core of her intellectual legacy, offering a powerful lens through which to understand human suffering, freedom, and the potential for spiritual transformation. 
  At the heart of Weil’s philosophy is the concept of gravity, a metaphor she uses to describe the pull of the material world, which she believes leads to the oppression and suffering of individuals. Gravity represents the forces of self-centeredness, alienation, and the weight of human desires, which trap individuals in their own limitations and separation from the divine. It is the force that binds human beings to their own egos, making them blind to the higher truths of existence. 
  In stark contrast, grace in Weil’s thought is the force that can liberate individuals from the constraints of gravity. Unlike gravity, grace is not something humans can control or earn through effort. It is a divine gift that transcends human will and brings about a spiritual awakening. Grace enables individuals to experience a higher level of freedom—freedom from the self and from the oppression of the material world. For Weil, grace is central to human existence, as it offers the possibility of redemption and spiritual transformation.

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  Bigfoot Mysteries & Some Answers

  Martin K. Ettington

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  There are thousands of reports of Bigfoot in North America and other sites around the world. These sightings include videos, pictures, and the stories of witnesses. 
  I’ve researched and written about many types of cryptids and the reports of Bigfoot sightings are orders of magnitudes greater than any other cryptid sightings. These witnesses definitely saw something which is not human but bipedal. 
  The questions to me which need answering are ones like: 
  ·        How could so many Bigfoots exist in North America but the sightings are still pretty rare? 
  ·        Why haven’t any Bigfoot skeletons been discovered? 
  ·        Where do they live at and what do they eat? 
  ·        Do they have any supranormal abilities? 
  ·        Is Bigfoot an interdimensional being? 
   We will try to answer some of the questions in this book and propose some out of the box possibilities too. 
   There is a lot of Bigfoot information in this book so I hope you enjoy reading this compilation about Bigfoot. 
    
   

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  My Mother's Murder - A...

  Gina McGavin, Jane Hamilton

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  A 35-year-old unsolved murder. Mary’s murder gripped the town of Partick for years after her death. 
   
   
  A cold case reawakened because of the Daily Record with women at the heart of it. The victim, the daughter, the detective, the forensic scientist, the reporter. 
   
   
  For 35 years Gina McGavin hunted for her mother’s killer. 
   
   
  Mary McLaughlin’s senseless brutal murder ignited in Gina a deep sense of injustice and an insatiable need to seek the truth about her death. 
   
   
  The two women had only just begun to work on their broken relationship with Gina finding ways to forgive her mother for abandoning the family home when Gina was just two years old. Now she felt abandoned again and it awakened in her an obsessive quest that would overshadow her whole life. 
   
   
  Gina unravels family secrets and revelations about her mother as she began to suspect that some close to her knew more about Mary’s murder than they were letting on. 
   
   
  She puts family members on the spot and rakes over every detail she can find to not only lead her to a killer but to understand who her mother was and why she abandoned her family. 
   
   
  Gina delves into potential suspects, discovers shocking details about her family and explores how her mother’s death has impacted her own life, her marriage, her relationships and when the case is finally solved by police, it leaves Gina with unanswered questions. She doesn’t believe the man convicted acted alone. 
   
   
  This is the extraordinary journey of a daughter’s search for truth and justice for the mother she never really knew.

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  Spinoza and the Politics of...

  Hasana Sharp

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  There have been many Spinozas over the centuries: atheist, romantic pantheist, great thinker of the multitude, advocate of the liberated individual, and rigorous rationalist. The common thread connecting all of these clashing perspectives is Spinoza’s naturalism, the idea that humanity is part of nature, not above it. In this sophisticated new interpretation of Spinoza’s iconoclastic philosophy, Hasana Sharp draws on his uncompromising naturalism to rethink human agency, ethics, and political practice. Sharp uses Spinoza to outline a practical wisdom of “renaturalization,” showing how ideas, actions, and institutions are never merely products of human intention or design, but outcomes of the complex relationships among natural forces beyond our control. This lack of a metaphysical or moral division between humanity and the rest of nature, Sharp contends, can provide the basis for an ethical and political practice free from the tendency to view ourselves as either gods or beasts. Sharp’s groundbreaking argument critically engages with important contemporary thinkers—including deep ecologists, feminists, and race and critical theorists—making Spinoza and the Politics of Renaturalization vital for a wide range of scholars.

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  Book of Creation The (Sefer...

  Abraham the Patriach, Tim Zengerink

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  What if you could unlock the secrets of the universe, understand the forces that shape reality, and discover your role in the divine order? 
  The Book of Creation (Sefer Yetzirah) is one of the oldest and most profound mystical texts in history.  
  Attributed to Abraham the Patriarch, this ancient work outlines the structure of creation through the “thirty-two paths of wisdom”—including the ten sefirot (divine emanations) and the twenty-two letters of the Hebrew alphabet. 
  For centuries, it has inspired mystics, philosophers, and seekers with its teachings on cosmology, metaphysics, and the interconnectedness of all things. Now presented in a clear, modern translation, this edition brings the timeless wisdom of Sefer Yetzirah to today’s listener. 
  What you'll discover inside: 
  •	The Mystical Blueprint of Creation – Explore the ten sefirot and Hebrew letters as tools of divine formation 
  •	Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life – Apply mystical principles to personal growth and spiritual transformation 
  •	Insights into Jewish Mysticism – Discover the roots of Kabbalah and its influence on spiritual thought 
  •	Practical Guidance for Self-Discovery – Use these teachings to deepen your understanding of yourself and the universe 
  Whether you're new to mystical philosophy or deepening your journey, The Book of Creation offers powerful insights to illuminate your path. 
  Begin your exploration today—and uncover the hidden wisdom that continues to inspire across generations.

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  Learn Afrikaans: Must-Know...

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  ***Important: This Audiobook comes with 3 bonus Afrikaans “slang” and “curse words” conversation cheat sheets***
   
  
   
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  ...and graduate from “knowing just a few basic textbook phrases”?
   
  
   
  Then this the Audiobook is for you.
   
  
   
  You’re about to learn 100+ Afrikaans slang words and phrases used in daily life. With the “Learn Afrikaans: Must-Know Afrikaans Slang Words & Phrases (Extended Version) by AfrikaansPod101” Audiobook, our teachers explain and break down each word and phrase across 25 lessons!
   
  
   
  And all YOU have to do is listen and repeat.
   
  
   
  What you get with this Audiobook:
   
  • 25+ Audio-based Lessons & Review Tracks
   
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  • Includes a 90+ Page eBook
   
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