Classical Teaching

Those who have made the decision to homeschool their children have done so out of great love for them and a desire to provide them an excellent education in the context of a warm, enriching home. Yet so many parents (mainly mothers) who have taken up this challenge find the enterprise often full of stress, worry, and anxiety.

This anthology brings together Hermes’s most profound writings, translated and adapted for today’s listeners, exploring the universe, mind, and soul. Perfect for students of philosophy, spiritual seekers, or anyone curious about ancient wisdom.

A timeless masterpiece of esoteric wisdom, The Secret Teachings of All Ages is one of the most comprehensive and celebrated works of occult philosophy ever written. First published in 1928, this monumental volume by Manly P. Hall unlocks the hidden knowledge behind the world’s ancient mysteries, spiritual traditions, and secret societies.

In the past, correct spelling, the multiplication tables, the names of the state capitals and the American presidents were basics that all children were taught in school. Today, many children graduate without this essential knowledge. Most curricula today follow a haphazard sampling of topics with a focus on political correctness instead of teaching students how to study.

Drawn from Tibet's rich contemplative literature, Buddhist Meditation offers classic exercises focused on the opportunities and challenges of life; cultivating inner calm; fostering a wider perspective on oneself in relationship to others; working with negative emotions, and the highest values of the Buddhist tradition, love and compassion.

Great Awakening brings together three of Neville Goddard’s most influential works—Feeling is the Secret (1944), At Your Command (1939), and Out of This World (1949)—into one powerful volume. Compiled and introduced by RJ Salerno, this edition highlights Neville’s timeless teachings on the power of imagination, the law of consciousness, and the creative force within each individual. With clarity and conviction, Neville shows that our outer world is nothing more than the reflection of our inner state, and that by mastering feeling, prayer, and mental discipline, we can transform our ...

Mind in Motion: Exploring the Transformative Ideas of Lev Vygotsky and the Social Foundations of Learning Discover the revolutionary ideas of Lev Vygotsky, the brilliant psychologist whose theories forever changed how we understand learning, development, and the human mind. Mind in Motion offers an engaging and accessible exploration of Vygotsky’s most influential concepts, including the Zone of Proximal Development, scaffolding, cultural mediation, and the social origins of thought. This comprehensive guide traces Vygotsky’s life and ideas from their historical roots to their enduring ...

Unlock the timeless wisdom of Buddhism with "Pāli Canon & Amitabha Sutra: Buddhist Classics for Beginners." This compelling 2-in-1 guide takes you on a journey through the foundational texts that have shaped Buddhist thought and practice for millennia. Dive into the Pāli Canon, the oldest collection of Buddhist scriptures, where you’ll find the authentic teachings of the Buddha himself. From the essentials of mindfulness and meditation to profound insights on suffering and liberation, these teachings illuminate the path to inner peace and enlightenment. Discover the Amitabha Sutra, a ...

Aesop, an ancient Greek poet who was sold into slavery in the early sixth century B.C, relied on animal stories to convey his key points to his masters in court. Aesop's Fables are now classic, memorable morality plays in which amusing animal characters drive home thought-provoking morals to generations of listeners and modern day readers. They illustrate what was fundamental to Greek culture yet their appeal lies in logic we still understand.

This key to the world's esoteric traditions unlocks some of the most fascinating and closely held secrets of myth, religion, and philosophy. Unrivaled in its beauty and completeness, it distills ancient and modern teachings of nearly 600 experts. Compelling themes range from the riddle of the Sphinx and the tenets of Pythagorean astronomy to the symbolism of the pentagram, the significance of the Ark of the Covenant, and the design of the American flag.

Jeff Corey (1914-2002) made a name for himself in the 1940s as a character actor in films like The Killers (1946). Everything changed in 1951, when he was summoned before the House Un-American Activities Committee. Corey refused to name names and was promptly blacklisted, which forced him to walk away from a vibrant livelihood as an actor and embark on a career as one of the industry's most revered acting instructors. In Improvising Out Loud: My Life Teaching Hollywood How to Act, Corey recounts his extraordinary story.

Hermeticism or Hermetism is a philosophical system based on the purported teachings of Hermes Trismegistus (a legendary Hellenistic combination of the Greek god Hermes and the Egyptian god Thoth). These teachings are contained in the various writings attributed to Hermes (the Hermetica), which were produced over a period spanning many centuries (c. 300 BCE — 1200 CE) and may be very different in content and scope.

This is the second in a series of volumes that include edited transcripts of individual sermons by Jamie Buckingham, delivered between the dates 1970-1992. A master storyteller, Jamie Buckingham delighted millions around the world both in person and in print. He was recognized as one of the key Christian authors and apostolic leaders from the early 1970s until his death in 1992. As a distinguished Bible teacher with graduate degrees in English Literature and Theology, Jamie was respected among liturgical, evangelical, and Pentecostal Christians. He was considered a close friend and ...

पॉजिटिव थिंकिंग (सकारात्मक नहीं हो सकता। यही सोच आपकी सफलता के द्वार खोलने की क्षमता रखती है। यह पुस्तक नकारात्मकता को छोड़कर खुले मन से सोचने की प्रेरणा देती है। इसकी सहायता से आप अपना जीवन बदल सकते हैं। इसमें आपकी सफलता के सूत्र संकलित हैं—पी.एम.ए.— पॉजिटिव मेंटल एटीट्यूड (सकारात्मक मानसिक भाव)। जब आप इस पुस्तक में सरल और स्पष्ट रूप से रेखांकित व्यावहारिक सिद्धांतों का अनुपालन करेंगे तो आप भी पी.एम.ए प्राप्त कर अपने सपनों को साकार कर सकते हैं। तो आइए, ऊँची उड़ान भरने के लिए तैयार हो जाइए और अपनी प्रबल इच्छाशक्ति और संकल्पशीलता से प्रेरित होकर सफलता के नए शिखर छुइए.

Often considered the highest achievement in Korean fiction, The Nine Cloud Dream poses the question: Will the life we dream of truly make us happy? Written in 17th-century Korea, this classic novel's wondrous story begins when a young monk living on a sacred Lotus Peak in China succumbs to the temptation of eight fairy maidens. For doubting his master's Buddhist teachings, the monk is forced to endure a strange punishment: reincarnation as the most ideal of men.

A fascinating compendium of literary and spiritual puzzles, Treasury of the Eye of True Teaching will challenge and inspire listeners to work with great doubt themselves and to discover their inborn potential for enlightenment. Masterfully translated by one of America's foremost translators of Chinese classics into English, it is a captivating window into the literary world of Chinese Zen and essential for students of all Zen schools today.

Timeless Wisdom, One Lesson at a Time “The Thirukkural teachings have touched my soul.” — Mahatma Gandhi Drawn from a 2,000-year-old Tamil classic, this transformative guide distills the powerful teachings of Thirukkural into 1,080 bite-sized reflections — each one crafted to inspire ethical living, mental clarity, emotional resilience, and meaningful success. Presented in direct, modern language, these ancient couplets offer insight into real-life challenges — from character and conscience to leadership, discipline, justice, and personal growth. This is a 650-page companion — ...

Military Strategy Classics of Ancient China presents modern translations of eight of the most important and relevant military texts from antiquity, which have gained new prominence among Western students of Eastern military strategy and philosophy. In a collection spanning twenty centuries, each text in Chen Song’s groundbreaking translation is presented in modern English, followed by Chinese characters. These texts provide background for a wide range of disciplines, including history, linguistics, wuxia, martial arts, business and legal doctrine. Contents include: The Six Secret ...

Step into the playful, profound world of the Outer Chapters of the Zhuangzi, where humor, paradox, and wandering wisdom open new ways of seeing life. Walking Beyond the Inner Path: Exploring the Outer Chapters of the Zhuangzi (Chuang Tzu) introduces readers to the richness of Daoist philosophy beyond the well-known Inner Chapters, uncovering stories, allegories, and insights that continue to inspire across centuries. This book explores how the Outer Books expand the teachings of Zhuangzi into politics, society, nature, and personal freedom. With chapters on transformation, skepticism, humor...

Discover the timeless wisdom of India, China, and beyond in Wisdom from the East: Exploring the Foundations of Classical Eastern Philosophy. This engaging and accessible book introduces the core traditions of Eastern thought, from the mystical hymns of the Vedas to the paradoxical insights of Zen. Along the way, readers will explore the ethical vision of Confucius, the natural harmony of Daoism, the discipline of Legalism, the radical nonviolence of Jainism, and the compassionate philosophy of Mahayana Buddhism. Unlike narrow summaries, this book brings each tradition to life with ...