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Unlock the Hidden Wisdom of the Yoruba — An Ancient Path to Destiny, Ritual, and Divine Connection Are you seeking deeper meaning, spiritual power, or a sacred connection to your roots? Step into the vibrant world of Yoruba culture — a timeless tradition of Orishas, ancient African rituals, and the powerful practice of divination that continues to guide millions today. Whether you’re just beginning your spiritual journey or looking to deepen your ancestral connection, this guide offers an illuminating path through one of the richest cultural legacies on Earth. Here’s just a glimpse ...

Kafka is one of 161 inspired-and inspiring-minds, among them, novelists, poets, playwrights, painters, philosophers, scientists, and mathematicians, who describe how they subtly maneuver the many (self-inflicted) obstacles and (self-imposed) daily rituals to get done the work they love to do, whether by waking early or staying up late; whether by self-medicating with doughnuts or bathing, drinking vast quantities of coffee, or taking long daily walks.

Ancient Art and Ritual is a book by Jane Ellen Harrison (1850-1928), who was a student of anthropology and a classical scholar by training. The book shows how mankind has always used rituals to celebrate new life or rites of passage and examines the way that these rituals evolved into art forms. The author also shows how rituals and rites of passage developed into visual and dramatic art, dance, and sculpture as a way of expressing the religious urge. She identifies intense emotional energy as the driving force behind all artistic expression.

Casper ter Kuile, a Harvard Divinity School fellow and cohost of the popular Harry Potter and the Sacred Text podcast, explores how we can nourish our souls by transforming common, everyday practices—yoga, reading, walking the dog—into sacred rituals that can heal our crisis of social...

In Lost Gods, Brom, the artist and author of The Child Thief and Krampus, brings readers into a dark, fantastical, masterful mix of brilliant illustrations and dazzling prose. A young man descends into Purgatory to save his wife and unborn child in this gorgeous, illustrated tale of wonder and...

✨Have you been wondering about how to use the Norse Futhark runes for magic and divination? ✨Are you fascinated by the mysterious world of Norse paganism? ✨Have you been struggling to find beginner-friendly information on the history, origins, and practical aspects of this powerful kind of magic? Then keep reading. Because this comprehensive guide will take you back to the historically most famous time of mystery and witchcraft, unveiling for you all the secrets of rune magic. In "Norse Magic and Runes," you will discover: The most fascinating Norse magic practices, including the arts...

As a teenager, Steve Schwartz lived in 24/7 survival mode, going hungry whenever he couldn’t find enough work to pay for a school lunch. His mother’s death launched him on a journey to the far reaches of the world, where he discovered a passion for the ancient, calming rituals of tea. Join Steve, the founder of Art of Tea, as he reveals the surprising true story behind its international success. Learn how he grew a tiny tea concept into partnerships with brands like Wolfgang Puck and Vera Wang, all through the timeless ritual of tea itself.

An essential guide to the energy rituals that will transform your life. Learn how to cleanse and protect yourself and your space, tap into your intuition, and elevate your frequency through sacred smoke, candle, stone rituals—and more. Neelou Malekpour is here to support you for all occasions...

More of Mason Currey's irresistible Daily Rituals, this time exploring the daily obstacles and rituals of women who are artists--painters, composers, sculptors, scientists, filmmakers, and performers. We see how these brilliant minds get to work, the choices they have to make: rebuffing...

🎄 THE TRADITIONS YOU LOVE…FINALLY EXPLAINED 🕯️ FROM MIDWINTER FIRES TO MODERN FAMILY MAGIC 🎁 SANTA, STOCKINGS, TREES, CAROLS, CANDLES, FEASTS—WHERE IT ALL CAME FROM 📚 SHORT CHAPTERS, BIG WOW-FACTS, ZERO TEXTBOOK BOREDOM ✨ THE PERFECT COZY READ (AND GIFT) FOR DECEMBER Welcome to the “behind the tinsel” story of the world’s most beloved celebration. This book is a fast, fascinating, easy-to-follow tour through centuries of faith, folklore, culture, & pure human creativity—showing how today’s favorite December moments were built, borrowed, remixed, & made ...

Build a better relationship with yourself using this invaluable guide to the power of journaling as a tool for better communication with the voice inside you, from the renowned author of Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies and Glow in the F*cking Dark. This Journal F*cking Works is the ultimate...

The Black Arts of Atlantis by Steven Detmers is an paranormal and occult fiction book set in 19th Century San Francisco. Follow the harrowing journey of Doron Avital and his companions as they delve into the dark secrets of a lost civilization. What would you do to escape starvation? For Doron Avital, the answer is to embrace the unknown and practice the dark arts of Atlantis. Forced into a second-hand bookshop by a rainstorm, Doron stumbles upon an ancient tome that promises unimaginable power and wealth through occult rituals. Desperation breeds daring: As Doron and his friends, Matt ...

In the depths of this clandestine tome lies an arcane compendium of Enochian dark arts magick rituals, carefully curated and veiled within its bound pages. As I delve into the shadows of this forbidden realm, I explore the mystic arts that stir the deepest recesses of the human soul. This esoteric journey immerses one into the rituals and intricacies of the enigmatic Enochian tradition, revealing the secrets of summoning and communing with otherworldly entities. Guided by ancient incantations and carefully preserved knowledge, I unravel the intricacies of Enochian magick, peering into the ...

Brida, a young Irish girl, has long been interested in various aspects of magic but is searching for something more. Her search leads her to people of great wisdom. She meets a wise man who dwells in a forest, who teaches her to trust in the goodness of the world, and a woman who teaches her how...

Imagine you're blowing out candles on a birthday cake. Or see 11:11 on the clock. What do you wish for? When you made your wish, did you realize you just engaged over a dozen different scientific disciplines, including neuroscience, cognitive and social psychology, anthropology, evolutionary biology, sociology, behavioral science, consciousness research, physics, and even the frontiers of information theory and complexity science? Did you also know that rituals of collective wishing have been drivers of survival and progress since the dawn of humanity? In this groundbreaking book drawing on...

The Art of Feminine Attraction is a soulful guide to exploring your natural magnetism through the wisdom of your Venus sign. Blending astrology, ancient goddess lore, and simple rituals, this book helps you reconnect with your beauty, your power, and your pleasure—without striving or pretending.

Neem Karoli Baba—known to his followers as Maharaj-ji—was a great Hindu guru, mystic and devotee of Lord Hanuman. He is very well known outside India for being the spiritual master of a number of prominent Americans who traveled to India in the 1960s and '70s, including spiritual teachers Ram Dass, Bhagavan Das, and musicians Krishna Das and Jai Uttal. His ashrams are in Kainchi, Vrindavan, Rishikesh, Shimla, Neem Karoli village near Khimasepur in Farrukhabad, Bhumiadhar, Hanumangarhi, Delhi in India and in Taos, New Mexico.

Unveiling Saraswati: The Hindu Goddess of Knowledge, Music, Art & Wisdom Uncover the transformative journey of Saraswati, the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, art, and wisdom. This comprehensive guide explores her evolution from a powerful Vedic river to a central deity in Hinduism's rich mythology. Dive into Saraswati's Ancient Origins: Explore her roots in the Vedas, where she personified purifying waters and transformed into the very essence of knowledge. Discover Saraswati's Diverse Aspects: Delve into her multifaceted roles as the goddess of cosmic order, speech, the feminine ...

Forget the boring textbooks. How to Speak K-Drama is a witty, stylish, and super-accessible cultural guide for the modern K-drama fan. Narrated by your new Korean best friend, Dami, this isn't a lecture—it's a fun, fascinating chat that turns your "Wait, what just happened?" moments into "Aha! Now I get it!" moments.

Beginning students in Japanese martial arts, such as karate, judo, aikido, iaido, kyudo, and kendo, learn that when they are in the dojo (the practice space), they must don their practice garb with ritual precision, address their teacher and senior students in a specific way, and follow certain unwritten but deeply held codes of behavior. But very soon they begin to wonder about the meaning behind the traditions, gear, and relationships in the dojo.