Ancient Practices

Learn the proven self-healing or spiritual purification practice of Orin Therapy for health and happiness. Healing Water from Within is a fresh, insightful, and humorous approach to the subject of drinking one's pee and self-healing with Orin Therapy. New to Orin Therapy, a beginner or advanced person practicing this daily? Here you will find not only find answers that address tough health challenges but discover a remarkable, supportive, and rapidly growing community that offers hope, education, training, and courage for members and guests." This book is an inspiration and celebration of ...

Ancient Near Eastern texts such as The Baal Cycle portray the pagan god Baal as a rebel—the hero of a revolution, worshiped and glorified for his long string of victories. In The Baal Book: A Biography of the Devil, Fr. Stephen De Young shows that the Hebrew Scriptures consciously turn the Baal story on its head, depicting him as a failed and defeated rebel who nonetheless tries to steal the glory that belongs to Almighty God. From these Scriptures, the figure of the Devil emerged within Jewish and Christian Tradition.

"Simplicity,” wrote legendary occultist Jack Parsons, “has been the key to victory in all the idea wars and, at present, Magick does not have it.” In Practical Magick, acclaimed historian and esotericist Mitch Horowitz responds to this call, distilling magick to its core essentials. Drawing upon ancient, Hermetic, Renaissance-era, and modern sources, Mitch dissects the building blocks of magick and provides formulas of immediacy, simplicity, and potency.

Fasted: Unlocking the Origins and Transformative Power of an Ancient Practice" is your ultimate guide to embracing fasting as a powerful tool for health, vitality, and personal growth. Whether you're a beginner curious about intermittent fasting or an experienced faster seeking to deepen your practice, this book provides a comprehensive roadmap tailored to your unique goals and lifestyle. Drawing from history, science, and real-life success stories, this book delves into the many dimensions of fasting—its ancient origins, physiological benefits, and mental clarity. You'll uncover: Proven ...

The Didache: The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles - A Modern Translation of One of Christianity's Earliest Church Manuals Discover how the first Christians actually lived, worshipped, and organized their communities. The Didache, also known as The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles, is one of the earliest Christian writings outside the New Testament, dating from 50-120 AD. Written when some apostles may still have been alive, this document from the Apostolic Fathers provides a direct window into daily Christian life during the apostolic era. But most editions present this ancient text with ...

Unlock the profound secrets of ancient Chinese wisdom with "Zhuangzi for Beginners: A Journey into Ancient Chinese Wisdom." This captivating introduction to Zhuangzi’s philosophy will transform the way you perceive life, offering timeless insights that resonate deeply in our modern world. Dive Into Ancient Mysteries Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Zhuangzi’s thought. Experience the captivating stories and parables that have inspired countless generations. Discover the fascinating life of Zhuangzi, the philosopher who dared to question reality and dream of butterflies. Transform...

Journey back in time and immerse yourself in the timeless wisdom of Ancient Egypt. Have you ever marveled at the mysteries of the pyramids or been intrigued by the eye of Horus? Kemetic spirituality is not just about the ancient myths but about understanding and internalizing a system of beliefs that has influenced cultures and civilizations for millennia. This book offers a captivating and profound look into the sacred practices, rituals, and principles of Ancient Egypt – a spirituality that transcends time and resonates even today. You'll discover: The underlying principles of Ma'at –...

Beginning in around the third century CE, a group of monastics known as the desert mothers and fathers retreated to the deserts of northern Egypt, Syria, and Palestine to pursue lives of silence and prayer. A key phrase, repeated often among the sayings of the desert mothers and fathers, is "Give me a word." This tradition of asking for a word was a way of seeking something on which to ponder for many days, weeks, months--sometimes a whole lifetime.

Unlock the secrets of the neteru and harness the transformative magic of Heka with this comprehensive guide to Kemeticism for the modern practitioner.

The Corpus Hermeticum Explained: Ancient Hermetic Philosophy, Teachings, Symbolism, and Spiritual Practice is a practical introduction to the core texts of Hermetic thought. It explains what the Corpus Hermeticum is, where it came from, and what these late antique writings were trying to do. Rather than presenting Hermeticism as a fog of occult slogans, this guide places the texts in the religious world of Roman Egypt, where Greek philosophy, Egyptian religious imagery, and temple spirituality met. It introduces Hermes Trismegistus, explains how the writings were transmitted and ...

Some decisions shape a moment. Others shape history. At the center of ancient Greece stood a place where those decisions were made—not by guesswork, but by what people believed was the voice of a god. The Oracle of Delphi was not a myth tucked safely in the past. It was the beating heart of a civilization’s search for truth, guidance, and destiny. Kings paused before war. Cities delayed colonization. Philosophers questioned their own wisdom—all because of what was spoken at Delphi. This book takes you inside that world. Step into the sanctuary where Apollo’s presence was believed to...

Planetary Magic Explained: Astrology, Rituals, Planetary Correspondences, Talismans, Timing, and the Ancient Art of Working with Cosmic Forces is a clear, practical, and engaging guide to one of the most fascinating traditions in the history of esoteric knowledge. This book introduces readers to the core principles of planetary magic, including the symbolic power of the seven classical planets, the role of astrology in interpreting cosmic patterns, and the use of timing, correspondences, and ritual to align intention with universal rhythms. Designed for beginners and curious readers alike, ...

Unlock the secrets to creating your dream life with 101 Manifestation Techniques, a simple and easy-to-follow guide to mastering the power of the Law of Attraction. This audiobook features both contemporary and ancient practices, making it your ultimate toolkit for aligning your energy, focusing your intentions, and turning your desires into reality.

Discover an accessible, five-step framework for writing a rule of life with award-winning author Jen Pollock Michel, who transforms this ancient practice into a grounded way of living faithfully in a distracted world. A rule of life isn't a rigid list of spiritual disciplines that makes you feel...

The sacred meal that is part of our faith does more than connect us to the holy, it connects us to each other. "I think Jesus wanted his disciples and everyone who came after him to remember what they had together. What they made together. What it meant to be together. How the things he did...

A historical non-fiction book set in various regions of ancient North and South America during the pre-Columbian era. Unearth the forgotten legacy of the Mound-Builders—an advanced civilization that flourished across North America long before European contact. This compelling narrative dives deep into the rich history of these remarkable ancient peoples, exploring their impressive earthen mounds, complex social structures, and the tragic tales of knowledge lost to time and conquest. Their story is one of ingenuity, resilience, and ultimately, a poignant reminder of what was lost in the ...

Ayurveda Explained: Ancient Wisdom, Doshas, Daily Practices, and Holistic Healing for Modern Life is a clear, practical guide to understanding and applying one of the world’s oldest holistic health systems in a modern, accessible way. Designed for beginners, this book introduces Ayurveda not as an abstract philosophy or rigid lifestyle system, but as a flexible framework for cultivating balance, vitality, and self awareness through everyday choices. This book explores the philosophical foundations of Ayurveda, including the five elements, the three doshas, and the concepts of prakriti and...

Rediscover the Lost Art of Herbal Healing! Are you frustrated by conflicting health advice and seeking safe, natural alternatives to conventional medicine? Ancient Herbal Remedies Revealed, expertly written by wellness specialist Emma Clarkson and pharmacist Amanda Weber, provides clear, reliable guidance on ancient herbal practices validated by modern science. You’ll explore: Practical Recipes: Easy herbal remedies you can make at home, even with a busy schedule. Holistic Health Rituals: Daily practices for immunity, digestion, stress relief, and graceful aging. Family-focused Herbal ...

You closed your eyes to pray and your mind kept working anyway. The grocery list. The email still sitting unanswered. The thing you said to your brother that neither of you has ever taken back. You decided that was your fault. Nobody warned you it happens to almost everyone: hospital rooms, quiet houses at two in the morning, faithful people certain that a mind too busy to pray means a faith too weak to matter. The instructions were incomplete. Silence first, then God, the teaching goes. Empty the mind. Try harder. Rise earlier. And when the stillness never comes, you decide the failure is ...

Introducing a new translation of Laozi’s classic work that makes the intimidating approachable and the complex comprehensible. Translated by best-selling author Ken Liu and read by acclaimed actor B.D. Wong, this new take on the Dao De Jing speaks directly to the sensibilities of a modern audience. Liu dispenses with footnotes and the granular details of academic debate in favor of presenting Laozi’s invaluable writing as clearly and colorfully as possible.