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Zen Buddhism: A History, India & China 3 reviews
Heinrich Dumoulin
World Wisdom, 2005
a wonderful introduction to the history of Zen
Basically the book is just what it claims to be: a history of Zen Buddhism in China (it says "India" because it discusses the precursors to Zen in the Mahayana tradition and yoga). It is perfect for students interested in the topic.
I've heard from a few people (and the preface of the book admits it as well) that this book is somewhat dated because scholarship in this field has ballooned in ...
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The Essential Sri Anandamayi Ma: Life and Teaching of a 20th Century Indian Saint1 review
Anandamayi Ma
World Wisdom, 2007
mother of bliss
The love and dedication of this book on one of the greatest saints to walk on this earth and not widely known here in the west will be finally rectified in this outstanding book of sacred words and journeys, through out India.MA never connected to any specific religion or Guru.This book answers mans great longing to understand Spiritual Quest through her words and guidance in an uncomplicated ...
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Tripura Rahasya: The Secret of the Supreme Goddess (Spiritual Classics)5 reviews
Sri Ramanananda
World Wisdom, 2003
A Spiritual Masterpiece
Tripura Rahasya translates as: The Mystery Beyond the Trinity (the trinity referring to the three states of consciousness: waking, dreaming and deep sleep).
This book is so profound and so moving that it almost has a sense of being alive. It resonates so deeply within, that it feels like an ancient friend guiding you. It is that profound. In the introduction, it is confidently stated that ...
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The Sufi Doctrine of Rumi (Spiritual Masters. East and West Series)
William C. Chittick
World Wisdom, 2005
There are almost no authoratative books readily available for the general reader that provide, in clear and accessible language, an introduction to the spiritual perspective illuminating Rumi's magical poetry. In this beautifully illustrated work, William C. Chittick, a leading scholar of Sufism and Rumi, opens doors that give us access to the inner sanctum of Rummi's thought.
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In the Heart of the Desert: The Spiritualilty of the Desert Fathers and Mothers (Treasures of the World's ...3 reviews
John Chryssavgis
World Wisdom, 2003
An especially welcome contribution to Christian studies
In the Heart of the Desert: The Spirituality Of The Desert Fathers And Mothers by Fr. John Chryssavigis (Professor of Theology at Hellenic College & Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology) surveys a treasury of ancient texts regarding Christianity, particularly those written by earliest Christian peoples who lived and survived in the desert as an act of Christian faith. Their exhortations, ...
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The Spirit of Indian Women2 reviews
World Wisdom, 2005
A beautiful gem
This small book is exquisite! Full of wonderful photographs, many I've never seen before. The text offers a wide range of stories, myths and thoughts on Indian spirituality. It is a beautiful piece of work!
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The Essential Shinran: A Buddhist Path of True Entrusting2 reviews
Alfred Bloom
World Wisdom, 2007
Excellent "must-read" primer
Edited by Alfred Bloom, one of only a few Shin Buddhist scholars based in the United States, The Essential Shinran: A Buddhist Path of True Entrusting is a selection of core writings by Shinran (1173-1262 C.E.), the founder of the of the Jodo Shinshu Pure Land tradition of Buddhism in Japan, which eventually became the largest Buddhist sect in the nation. The Essential Shinran also includes ...
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The Foundations of Christian Art (Sacred Art in Tradition Series)1 review
Titus Burckhardt
World Wisdom, 2006
This lovely presentation is a top pick for newcomers to Christian art history or theory
Titus Burckhardt's The Foundations Of Christian Art provides a fine illustrated edition of Burckhardt's writings on Christian sacred art, pairing over a hundred color illustrations of such art with his expertise and insights. The entire history of Christian art is surveyed with a focus on its manuscripts and arts and crafts guilds and their connections to Christian spiritual concepts. This ...
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The Gospel of the Redman (The Library of Perennial Philosophy. Spiritual Classics Series)4 reviews
Ernest Thompson Seton
World Wisdom, 2005
A "bible" for the spiritually advanced
Alternate title?: "Pocket guide for mystics"
In this little volume, written generations ago by one of the founders of the much-maligned-lately Boy Scouts, we find great wisdom about our relationship with the earth and "God" (whatever you choose to call Him/Her/It.)
Seton was an intense and noted student of American Indians. The very un-PC title's use of Redman reflects his times. ...
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Tipi: Home of the Nomadic Buffalo Hunters3 reviews
Paul Goble
World Wisdom, 2007
A vivid, outstanding survey of the spiritual and culture meaning of the Native American structure.
Paul Goble's TIPI: HOME OF THE NOMADIC BUFFALO HUNTERS blends traditional insights into tipi construction and development with a retelling of old-timers stories and a blending in of art to make for a fine survey of construction techniques, decorations, cultural meaning, and more. TIPI includes over a hundred color illustrations and drawings and makes for a vivid, outstanding survey of the ...
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The Underlying Religion: An Introduction to the Perennial Philosophy 1 review
World Wisdom, 2007
The Common Bond
This book is a summary and has emphasis on the common bond that underlies the strength and power of all religions. It also forms the basis of the depth that is found in religion and value of its traditions for all cultures. It has a great depth that shows us how the common virtues of wisdom,justice,compassion, courage, etc. are seen in all religions and that the traditions of all cultures act ...
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Messenger of the Heart: The Book of Angelus Silesius, with observations by the ancient Zen masters (Spiritual ...
Frederick Franck
World Wisdom, 2005
The timeless wisdom embedded in these humble rhymes is beautifully echoed by the observations of the ancient Zen masters which punctuate the text, and in the haiku-like drawing by Frederick Franck.
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Gnosis: Divine Wisdom, A New Translation with Selected Letters (Library of Perennial Philosophy)1 review
Frithjof Schuon
World Wisdom, 2006
Remembrance of God- the Supernatural Instinct of Mankind
The first of this volume's three main parts, Controversies, deals primarily with the central theme that different revelations are provided for different cultures. There is no single "universal" revelation for all men through all of time. The different spiritual temperaments of individual men (represented by jnana and bhakti) are also examined. I especially liked his analogy that bhakti without ...
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Sufism: Love and Wisdom (Perennial Philosophy Series)2 reviews
Jean-Louis Michon, Roger Gaetani
World Wisdom, 2006
Sufism: Love and Wisdom
Sufism, one of the richest of living esoteric traditions, has been referred to as the heart of Islam. It transmits the science of Union, a state that, when arrived at, transcendends the subject/object polarity and subsists in the eternal Presence of the Absolute. This science, first explicated by the Prophet to certain of his close companions, chief amongst whom were Abu Bakr and 'Ali, is ...
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Honen The Buddhist Saint: Essential Writings and Official Biography (Spiritual Masters: East and West)1 review
Joseph A. Fitzgerald
World Wisdom, 2006
A condensed biography in English translation of a 1925 original publication
Joseph A. Fitzgerald edits Honen The Buddhist Saint: Essential Writings And Official Biography, a condensed biography in English translation of a 1925 original publication. Buddhist readers will relish the rare presentation of Honen's life and teachings, as well as the background history and Fitzgerald has done a fine job of synthesizing an original multi-volume scholarly presentation into a ...
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The Essential Seyyed Hossein Nasr (Perennial Philosophy)2 reviews
William C. Chittick
World Wisdom, 2007
A Beautiful Book
This is an absolutely beautiful book. Although it might be called a primer, it is deep and rich and filled with sentences that make you stop and ponder and contemplate the wonders of the inward and outward aspects of the Divine. The chapter on love and beauty alone is pure gold. What I also liked about Dr. Nasr's narrative is his respect and appreciation for other mystical traditions, both ...
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A Christian Pilgrim in India: The Spiritual Journey of Swami Abhishiktananda (Henri Le Saux) (The Library of ...1 review
Harry Oldmeadow
World Wisdom, 2008
An excellent survey packed with quotes and source material references.
A CHRISTIAN PILGRIM IN INDIA: THE SPIRITUAL JOURNEY OF SWAMI ABHISHIKTANANDA offers an excellent set of insights into the spirituality and writings of a missionary and ashram pioneer which builds on the biographical studies of Le Saux and probes the insights of his legacy. Libraries strong in Eastern religion and missionary experience will find it an excellent survey packed with quotes and source ...
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The Fullness of God: Frithjof Schuon on Christianity (Writings of Frithjof Schuon)
Frithjof Schuon
World Wisdom, 2004
For the first time, this book collects from Schoun's vast corpus his writings on Christianity, including selections from his personal correspondence and other previously unpunblished materials.
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The Way and the Mountain: Tibet, Buddhism, and Tradition (Perennial Philosophy)
Marco Pallis
World Wisdom, 2008
The Way and the Mountain is a selection of Marco Pallis' most important writings on Tibetan Buddhism. Pallis traveled extensively in the Himalayas and studied Buddhism from Lamas within the tradition before the communist invasion of Tibet in 1949.
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In the Face of the Absolute (Library of Traditional Wisdom)1 review
Frithjof Schuon
World Wisdom, 1994
A philosophical masterpiece
Schuon has a fascinating ability to look at how things are spiritually relevant to us here and now. It may be a philosophical idea, or a denominational world, or a work of art--his aim is to turn it to account in a way that brings us into contact with the rays of divine Reality that transpierce the husks of everyday life. This book contains one of the seminal articles of the entire Schuon ...
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