Ancient Traditions

A religious miracle: The Cahokians believed that the divine hero Morning Star had been resurrected in the flesh. But not all is fine and stable in glorious Cahokia. To the astonishment of the ruling clan, an attempt is made on the living god's life. Now it is up to Morning Star's aunt Matron Blue Heron to keep it quiet until she can uncover the plot and bring the culprits to justice. If she fails, Cahokia will be torn asunder in warfare, rage, and blood as civil war consumes them all.

Explains that angels are beings of light consciousness, here to help our individual and planetary cosmic evolution Explores angels from Judeo-Christian and Islamic faiths, Hinduism and Buddhism, the beliefs of ancient Egypt, Yezidism, and Zoroastrianism as well as what Theosophists...

Was there a woman before Eve? The question does not arise from a single text or a single moment in time. It moves across centuries, reappears in different forms, and is often attributed to writings that never posed it in this way. Between what is written and what later came to be told, a space opens—and it is within that space that legend takes hold. This book traces the emergence and development of this idea through the very texts and traditions that shaped it. It begins in the ancient world, where names associated with night, wilderness, and desolation belonged to the religious and ...

Eliot Stein has traveled the globe in search of remarkable people who are preserving some of our most extraordinary cultural rites. In Custodians of Wonder, Stein introduces listeners to a man saving the secret ingredient in Japan's 700-year-old original soy sauce recipe. In Italy, he learns how to make the world's rarest pasta from one of the only women alive who knows how to make it. And in India, he discovers a family rumored to make a mysterious metal mirror believed to reveal your truest self.

A unique study of the engineering and tools used to create Egyptian monuments Presents a stone-by-stone analysis of key Egyptian monuments, including the statues of Ramses II and the tunnels of the Serapeum Reveals that highly refined tools and mega-machines were used in ancient Egypt...

Draws on ancient Greek and Egyptian wisdom to explain the 7 manifestation laws of the Universe and how to discover which desires align with your higher purpose Shares a 5-step process for manifesting your desires and a 10-day manifestation challenge for achieving a singular chosen goal...

A study of the substantial evidence for a former race of giants in North America and its 150-year suppression by the Smithsonian Institution Shows how thousands of giant skeletons have been found, particularly in the Mississippi Valley, as well as the ruins of the giants’ cities ...

One abandoned estate. Millions of viewers. A hunger that never sleeps. Emily and Caleb thought they had won the real estate lottery—a cluster of forgotten cabins tucked away in the shadows of the mountains. It was the perfect backdrop for their viral renovation series. But as the cameras roll, the landscape begins to push back. The restoration was supposed to be a fresh start, a way to escape the crushing debt of the city. Instead, they’ve stumbled into a world ruled by ancient debts and bloody folklore. When a local recluse delivers a warning painted in blue, the couple realizes too ...

Who was Hercules according to the ancient traditions? This book presents the complete life of Hercules, from his extraordinary birth to his immortality, as it was understood in the myths of antiquity. Free from modern simplifications, cinematic distortions, or empty spectacle, it offers a faithful reconstruction of the hero’s path in all its human, tragic, and sacred dimensions. Beyond the famous Twelve Labours, the reader will discover: the hero’s genealogy and his place between gods and mortals the trials imposed by fate and divine will madness, guilt, and atonement the great ...

Legends of Norse Mythology is your practical guide for navigating the Norse realms and revealing the origins of these mythical stories, ranging from the gripping narratives of revered gods to Viking sagas of the Scandinavian seafaring adventures with longships, to the timeless rituals of the Nordic people.

Reveals the powerful influence of near-death experiences (NDEs) on the formation of religious beliefs, mystical literature, and ritual practices Focuses on the afterlife beliefs of five ancient world regions: Old and Middle Kingdom Egypt, Sumer and Old Babylonian Mesopotamia, Vedic India...

From best-selling social commentator and cultural historian Barbara Ehrenreich comes this fascinating exploration of one of humanity's oldest traditions: the celebration of communal joy, historically expressed in ecstatic revels of feasting, costuming, and dancing. Ehrenreich uncovers the origins of communal celebration in human biology and culture, showing that such mass festivities have been indigenous to the West since the ancient Greeks.

This is the first volume in a bold new series that tells the stories of all peoples, connecting historical events from Europe to the Middle East to the far coast of China, while still giving weight to the characteristics of each country. Susan Wise Bauer provides both sweeping scope and vivid attention to the individual lives that give flesh to abstract assertions about human history. This narrative history employs the methods of "history from beneath" - literature, epic traditions, private letters, and accounts - to connect kings and leaders with the lives of those they ruled.

Theosophy for Beginners: Unlocking the Ancient Wisdom of the Masters, Symbols, and the Path to Spiritual Awakening is your comprehensive guide to the timeless spiritual philosophy known as Theosophy. Whether you’re new to metaphysical teachings or seeking a deeper understanding of the universe and your place within it, this accessible book offers clear insights into the esoteric principles that have inspired generations of seekers. Explore the profound teachings of Helena Blavatsky, the origins of the Theosophical Society, and key concepts like karma, reincarnation, and the divine nature ...

What if history got it wrong—and the ancients knew far more than we ever imagined? Step into the thrilling world of The Oopart Archaeologist, where forgotten relics, sacred verses, and suppressed science converge to challenge everything you thought you knew about the ancient past. Out-of-Place Artifacts (OOParts)—real, verified anomalies—are dismissed as mistakes or misinterpretations. But what if they are not out of place at all? Vedic texts, Biblical genealogies, Mesopotamian legends, and Sanskrit hymns are reexamined and decoded through the lens of modern science. The result? A ...

"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.

Daily Study #8: Attention and Awareness is a short devotional reflection inspired by ancient biblical writings and early religious traditions. This daily study explores the role of attention and awareness in shaping understanding, responsibility, and meaningful response. Drawing on themes of watchfulness and presence found in ancient texts, it invites readers to consider how what we notice—and what we overlook—quietly influences our decisions and direction. Rather than offering instruction or doctrine, this reflection encourages thoughtful awareness through questions such as: How ...

Examines how the similarities of symbols and wisdom across many cultures point to an ancient civilizing plan and system of ancient instruction Reveals the shared cosmological knowledge of Dogon and Maori cultures, ancient Egypt, Gobekli Tepe, Vedic India, the pre-Indian Sakti civilization...

Daily Studies – Week 1 Collection brings together seven daily devotional reflections designed to be read one per day over the course of a single week. This collection serves as the opening week in an ongoing sequence of reflective readings inspired by ancient biblical traditions and early religious writings. Across seven days, the studies explore themes of responsibility, silence, authority, judgment, faithfulness, restoration, and hope—inviting thoughtful self-examination rather than doctrine or instruction. Each daily study is intentionally brief and contemplative, making this ...

Step into the tranquil and profound world of Shinto with "Shinto: A Beginner's Guide." This book is your gateway to exploring the ancient spirituality that lies at the heart of Japan's cultural and natural beauty. Discover the Essence of Shinto: Unveil the mysteries of Shinto, where every mountain, river, and tree is imbued with the sacred presence of kami. Learn how these spirits influence and guide the daily lives of those who honor them. This guide makes the complex philosophy of Shinto accessible and engaging, allowing you to integrate its wisdom into your own life. Immerse in Cultural ...