In the best tradition of the literature of ancient wisdom, Cosmic Memory reconstructs, from the akashic record, events that span the time between the origin of the Earth and the beginning of recorded history.
A life that reads like a feature film. A Glorious Ride: From Jumble Plains to Eternity is an inspiring story of rolled up sleeves, practical faith and a resolute determination to give life a go.
A timely book to remind us of why Christian faith matters to us as individuals and as a nation, even more so in these difficult times. This is a thought-provoking collection of recent articles for those concerned about the increasing radical secular nature of Australian society.
Based on the author’s comprehensive video course on star wisdom (astrosophy), this book presents a thorough introduction to star wisdom as inaugurated by the spiritual philosopher Rudolf Steiner and the pioneer of astrosophy Willi Sucher, whose work and methods Jonathan Hilton has studied, practiced, and developed for many years.
Insights into Seasonal and Cosmic Aspects of the Whole Earth
Many of the Christian festivals traditionally draw imagery and symbolism from the northern hemisphere seasons. Christmas is often described as a light in the darkness of winter, and Easter reflects the new life emerging in spring. Rudolf Steiner also offered various descriptions of the relation of the festivals to seasons. ......
Springboards might best be described as launching pads — words or sayings that challenge us to look further, to leave behind the shallow and superficial in our lives and go deeper. A thoughtful collection of scripture, prayers and reflections for students, parents, teachers and individuals seeking a more reflective and balanced life.
What is the qualitative difference between the utterance of true and untrue words? Is there one? How about between living and dead thoughts? What is the origin of war and strife among peoples on Earth? How can humanity find a right relationship to the beings of the spiritual world?
First published in 1940, this classic reveals how the Psalms are essential to the life of the believer and offers Bonhoeffers reflections on psalms of thanksgiving, suffering, guilt, praise, and lament.
From Mary through St. John's Gospel to Rudolf Steiner's Philosophy of Fr
An illuminating study of Mary as she appears in the New Testament, which also draws on Rudolf Steiner's The Philosophy of Freedom, to reveal the value of devotion and thinking with the heart.
Lectures at the Worker Education School and the Independent College, Berlin, 1901-1905
Wide-ranging, illuminating, and entirely unique in Rudolf Steiner’s Collected Works, this volume consists of lectures given at the Worker Education School and at the Independent College in Berlin (along with a lengthy appendix on Steiner’s activity in the Giordano Bruno Association).
Marshall McLuhan's Spiritual Vision for a Virtual Age
Digital Communion explores the religious history of mass communication, focusing on Marshall McLuhan's vision of the electronic world as a place of potential spiritual exchange. McLuhan's Catholicism deeply informed his theory, which in turn reveals how we can cultivate a more spiritual vision of the internet.
A Collection of Lectures on the Second Coming of Christ
The first chapter of the Acts of the Apostles describes Christ’s Ascension: “and a cloud received him out of their sight.” As the disciples were looking up, two angels appeared and said, “the same Jesus, taken up from you into heaven, shall come again in the same way as you have seen him go.”
Once experienced intuitively by early gnostic thinkers, knowledge of the cosmic significance of Christ and his mission has faded over the centuries. As theologians and historians of the Church critically scrutinized the Gospel records, their focus shifted from Christ to the human figure of Jesus of Nazareth. Today, many are beginning a new search ......
The Significance of Anthroposophy in Contemporary Spiritual Life
Published here for the first time in English, these six public lectures are among Rudolf Steiner’s most inspired—and inspiring—explorations of Anthroposophy as a true science of the spirit.
The Meaning of Life - The Spiritual Foundation of Morality - Anthroposop
10 Lectures in Copenhagen and Norrkoeping, May 23-30, 1912, July 12-16, 1914 (CW 155) "Spiritual science does not want to replace Christianity; rather, it aims to be the instrument through which the meaning of Christianity can be grasped. And one thing that will become particularly clear through spiritual science is that the being whom we call ......
In these twelve profound lectures, Rudolf Steiner uncovers and reclaims the essential truths of Christianity, illuminating the Gospel of John in all its majesty, power, and far-reaching significance.
The editors of this second edition have created a new and enriched volume that presents the most recent research on what works in therapeutic practice, a thorough analysis of this research, and practical guidance on how a therapist can truly "deliver what works in therapy."
The essays, historical and scriptural texts, and reflections in Freedom: Christian and Muslim Perspectives consider how these two faith communities have historically addressed freedom, providing needed context for deeper understanding of interfaith relations from ancient to modern times.
This innovative and sensitive guide to providing spiritual care to people with dementia features original methods drawn from the author's experiences of working with over 1,000 individuals with dementia. It provides creative new ways for chaplains to connect with patients whose spiritual needs are all too often neglected. ......
Show how Christianity came into being. This book shows that spiritual happenings were factors in the emergence of Christianity. It demonstrates that mysticism may coexist with the clarity of natural sciences and that mysticism is "presentation of spiritual reality", a reality accessible only to knowledge drawn from the sources of spiritual life.
The Seven Sacraments in History and in the Christian Community
There are many books on sacramental theology—some of which focus on a specific denomination, while others aspire to rigorous academic objectivity. Some also serve as an introduction to a particular branch of Christianity, and Michael Debus’s book serves that purpose well.
In Trains, Jesus, and Murder, Beck explores the theology of Johnny Cash by investigating a dozen of Cash's songs. In reflecting on Cash's lyrics, and the passion with which he sang them, we gain a deeper understanding of the enduring faith of the Man in Black.
How to Lead When You Don't Know Where You are Going is a book of hope for weary leaders in danger of defining ministry in terms of failure or loss. This book does not attempt to describe where the church is headed; rather, it helps leaders stand firm in a disoriented state, learning from their mistakes and leading despite the confusion.
The Atlas of Christian History is brand new, featuring more than fifty new maps, graphics, and timelines. Concise, helpful text, written by acknowledged authorities guide the experience and interpret the visuals consciously written for students at any level, the 1volume is perfect for independent students, as well as those in structured courses.
Chaplaincy is a rapidly growing ministry, but one that has been the centre of little theological discussion. Focusing on understanding what chaplaincy is and how it is exercised in different contexts, this book intends to support the work of chaplains by providing a theological examination of their ministry.
I n these exciting lectures given in 1922, Rudolf Steiner explores the practical consequences of Christian theological spiritual facts as they unfold in human consciousness. Starting with the early Gnostic understanding of the Christ event from within, Steiner shows how medieval theology reached an exoteric view of the spiritual world. It was this ......
8 lectures, Basel and Dornach, Dec. 22, 1918 - Jan. 1, 1919 (CW 187)"This is the goal toward which mankind strives through the new wisdom, in the new spirit: To find in the spirit itself the power to overcome egotism and the falseness of life, to overcome self-seeking through love, the sham of life through truth, illness through health-giving ......
Hermann Beckhs masterful study of Marks Gospel offers much more than scholarly argument. It is the work of a true visionary who allows his readers to discover the meaning of the Earth and of humanity for themselves.
There is great contemporary interest in the mystery centres of antiquity, such as prehistoric caves, the pyramids of Egypt, Newgrange in Ireland, and the Externsteine in Germany. The trials and rites that took place there were for the chosen few, and are vividly described in this book -- from the trials of fire and water to the three-day ......
This book retells important stories from the Old Testament, making them accessible while retaining some of the flavor of the language of the King James translation. This book will be helpful for the Waldorf third grade teacher preparing to tell some of these stories.
Perspectives on Old Testament stories, from Creation to the return to Jerusalem after the Babylonian captivity, and the story of Esther. The following notes are intended to be elucidations of the Old Testament stories in the light of Rudolf Steiner's spiritual science. With the exception of the Creation, where the actual Biblical text is used, a ......
In this groundbreaking book, Jill Harshaw explores the spiritual experiences of people with intellectual disabilities with regard to their capacity to enjoy life-giving spiritual experiences in their own right.
The author expertly argues that our thinking of spiritual life needs to start not with our ......
