Eastern Eyes

Paul was a Hebrew of the Hebrews, steeped in the learning of his people. But he was also a Roman citizen who widely traveled the Mediterranean basin, and was very knowledgeable of the dominant Greek and Roman culture of his day. These two mighty rivers of influence converge in Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. With razor-sharp attention to the text, Kenneth Bailey examines the cultural milieu and rhetorical strategies that shaped this pivotal epistle. Familiar passages take on a new hue as they are stripped of Western interpretations and rendered back into their ancient setting.

Beginning with Jesus' birth, Ken Bailey leads you on a kaleidoscopic study of Jesus throughout the four Gospels. Bailey examines the life and ministry of Jesus with attention to the Lord's Prayer, the Beatitudes, Jesus' relationship to women, and especially Jesus' parables. Through it all, Bailey employs his trademark expertise as a master of Middle Eastern culture to lead you into a deeper understanding of the person and significance of Jesus within his own cultural context.

The rulers’ mistakes are paid for with the blood of the people. This is shown in history both recent and ancient, time and time again. It was no different for an Austrian mountain farmer’s son who was thrown into the carnage of the Eastern Front. He was in the prime of his youth, and the German Reich was already close to losing the war. In ripe-old age, he remembers those dark hours that have haunted him throughout his life.

Combining research from Asian scholars with his many years of experience living and working in East Asia, Brad directs our attention to Paul's letter to the Romans. He argues that some traditional East Asian cultural values are closer to those of the first-century biblical world than common Western cultural values. In addition, he adds his voice to the scholarship engaging the values of honor and shame in particular and their influence on biblical interpretation.

Petra Kurková—a witch who wields magic worth its weight in gold—is tasked with combating the undead on World War I’s eastern front. The battlefield has yielded a newfound closeness for her spellbound team, especially for Josef Svoboda, a recruiter for the Order of the Seven Stars. But Josef was bitten at the start of the war, leaving his blood tainted by a strain of the vlkodlak curse, which makes him a target of the Order’s latest mission: slay the werewolves prowling the eastern front under the moonlight.

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The mythology, rituals, meditations, and practices used in Tantric worship of the goddess Kali in the tradition of Kashmiri Shaivism Reveals the practices of Vamachara, known as the Left-hand Path but more accurately translated as the Path of Shakti Includes a Kali ritual from the...

The Hare with Amber Eyes meets A History of the World in 100 Objects, Threads of Life is a history of sewing and embroidery, told through the stories of the men and women, over centuries and across continents, who have used the language of sewing to make their voices heard, even in the most...

The resurrection of Jesus is the most pivotal event in history. Celebrated every year around the world, it stands at the very center of the Christian worldview. If Jesus claimed to be God, died, and then rose from the dead, it would mean that God Himself vindicated His message. It would confirm His teachings about Scripture, the supernatural, and, most importantly, our relationship with God. If it really happened, then death has been conquered and eternal life is possible. But did it really happen? Do we simply take the resurrection on blind faith, or is there solid historical evidence? In ...

Experience the unfailing love of Jesus Christ. In Jesus: The Sweet Lover of Our Souls, Nanyamka Boyer reveals the depth of Christ's compassionate heart and His desire for a close, personal relationship with every believer. Through inspiring biblical truths and heartfelt encouragement, this book invites you to grow in faith, embrace His perfect love, and discover the joy, peace, and hope found in walking with Him each day. A touching reminder that no one loves you more than Jesus.

Der Großvater erzählt dem Enkel vom Krieg - so wie er ihn erlebt hat - ohne Umschweife und verklärten Pathos. Die Fehler der Herrschenden werden stets von den einfachen Leuten mit Blut bezahlt. Das war schon zu allen Zeiten so. Nicht anders erging es einem steirischen Bergbauernsohn, der, in der Blüte seiner Jugend stehend, in den Fleischwolf der Ostfront geschmissen wurde. Das in einer Phase, wo der Krieg für das Dritte Reich so gut wie verloren war. Im Greisenalter erinnert sich der Bergbauernsohn an jene dunklen Stunden zurück, die ihn Zeit seines Lebens verfolgt haben.

In the depths of a city at night, a mutilated body is found in an all-night laundromat. Private Investigator Orson Carver’s business card was in the victim's pocket. As the city reels from the shock, a second body surfaces, also with ties to Carver. When a third victim is discovered, Carver realizes this isn’t just another case. It’s a twisted game meant for him. Someone is toying with him, pulling his strings, and he is the next target. Working alongside the police, Carver begins to untangle the links between the victims, the killer, and his own haunted past. To stay alive and solve ...

Rare eyewitness account of early, chaotic days of WWII - Nazi invasion of Poland, Siege of Warsaw, and first months of Occupation - written by a young working mother. Rulka Langer's eye for detail and lively storytelling bring to life, from her unique vantage point, the opening chapter of the struggle between good and evil which ultimately engulfed the entire globe.

Inside each of us are seven major energy centers that hold the key to our happiness, sense of ease, and well-being. Research on chakras dates back thousands of years across numerous spiritual traditions. Acupuncture, yoga, reiki, crystals, essential oils, and meditation are among the many methods used to awaken and balance chakras.

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Learn to open your third eye, so that you can have a balance of positive energy and make better choices, and be willing to accept the spirituality of the world. This audio guide will teach you how to awaken the third eye and experience higher consciousness and state of enlightenment.

Discover powerful guided meditation and yoga exercises to balance your chakras; the best gemstone and crystal remedies for each chakra; the best foods to eat and teas to drink accordingly for your chakras; the true benefits opening and balancing each chakras; Reiki methods to help heal broken chakras; and much more.

Steve Hobson went blind about eight years ago. In adapting to his new life he searched for a retreat, somewhere quiet and peaceful that would allow him to relax. He attended a Sesshin at the Stonewater Zen Sangha. Stonewater Zen Sangha is a Zen Buddhist group based in Liverpool. Steve's book explains his life as a blind person, and what happens during a Zen Buddhist retreat. It is a warm, well-written, account that will inspire the listener.

Discover Jesus through the eyes of His beloved disciple. Step into the Gospel of John and encounter Jesus as His beloved disciple saw Him, up close, personal, and life-changing. In this Bible study and devotional, Dr. Andrew C. S. Koh walks you chapter by chapter through John’s Gospel, highlighting key events, miracles, and teachings that reveal Jesus as the Son of God and Savior of the world. With clear commentary, thoughtful reflections, and prayers for daily application, this book makes Scripture come alive for both new believers and seasoned Christians. Discover: The deeper meaning ...

Philippians by Dr. Andrew C. S. Koh is an essential expositional Bible study on the Epistle of Philippians. This book provides readers of all denominations and levels of spiritual maturity with a comprehensive guide to understanding Paul's captivating prison epistle. Building upon a clear background and simple explanations, this study guide offers 11 lessons presented on a verse-by-verse, paragraph-by-paragraph, and chapter-by-chapter basis, providing readers with a foundational understanding of Philippians over 11 weeks. The word of God is living and powerful, and Philippians is the ...