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Religion

1954

The Road to Mecca


Muhammad Asad - 1954
    In this extraordinary and beautifully-written autobiography, Asad tells of his initial rejection of all institutional religions, his entree into Taoism, his fascinating travels as a diplomat, and finally his embrace of Islam.

Man's Quest for God


Abraham Joshua Heschel - 1954
    Internationally acclaimed author, scholar, activist and theologian, Dr Heschel's classic, "Man's Quest for God", originally published in 1954, continues to be a significant contribution to contemporary Jewish literature. In his poetic and inspiring style, Heschel offers insights that speak deeply to the essence of prayer.

My Daily Bread


Anthony J. Paone - 1954
    My Daily Bread is a series of short, daily reflections on the spiritual life. Written with loving care by Father Anthony Paone, this devotional will strengthen your love for Christ and his teachings. Written as a dialogue with Christ himself, Father Paone leads the reader through the three ways of the spiritual life: Purification, Imitation, and Union. Arranged for daily reflection, this pocket-sized book is an indispensible guide to the spiritual life. My Daily Bread overflows with reflections and prayers specifically designed to help you grow in the spiritual life and overcome failings, including: • How to cultivate, recognize, and follow your conscience (p. 18) • A contemplation of the Four Last Things that will help keep our focus on the eternal (p.25) • The power of prayer as the first remedy to temptation (p. 99) • A detailed guide on how to conquer a host of bad habits (p. 153) • How to overcome our fear of suffering and instead embrace it as Christ embraced it (p. 203) • How to live for Christ daily through spiritual reading, prayer, overcoming distractions, and cultivating devotions • Achieving union with Christ through the Eucharist (p. 382) • And much more… Each daily reflection begins with Jesus speaking directly to you, kindly, patiently, and with great love. The next part of the reflection asks you to consider the truths presented in the words of Jesus. The final part consists of a prayer asking for God for the help to receive His wisdom and use it fruitfully in your life. With more than one million copies sold, My Daily Bread is a true Christian classic. It's simple, yet carefully crafted daily reflections have led thousands to a drastically improved interior life and a deeper love for Christ. A portion of the proceeds from every purchase of this Confraternity of the Precious Blood title go directly to The Sisters Adorers of the Precious Blood in Brooklyn, NY to support them in their vocation.

Child Guidance (Christian Home Library)(Counsels To Seventh Day Adventist Parents)


Ellen G. White - 1954
    White. From the rear cover: Christ-Centered Parenting Operating under the premise that even "the humblest and weakest" child may reach heights that now seem impossible," Ellen White covers the essentials of parenting. Individual chapters focus on specific building blocks of character, such as purity, cheerfulness, self-control, reverence, industriousness, respect, honesty, cleaniness, industry, economy, and courtesy.

The Gospel Mark: The New Daily Study Bible


William Barclay - 1954
    Barclay explains why the first three Gospels are called synoptic, how they came to be written, and why many scholars believe that Mark was the first. Barclay's interpretation of the Gospel is full of wisdom, and it offers clear and captivating insight from beginning to end. Having picked up one section to study, the reader will find it difficult to stop reading until the whole volume is completed.For almost fifty years and for millions of readers, the Daily Study Bible commentaries have been the ideal help for both devotional and serious Bible study. Now, with the release of the New Daily Study Bible, a new generation will appreciate the wisdom of William Barclay. With clarification of less familiar illustrations and inclusion of more contemporary language, the New Daily Study Bible will continue to help individuals and groups discover what the message of the New Testament really means for their lives.

The Letters to the Galatians and Ephesians


William Barclay - 1954
    In the letter to the Ephesians, Paul was more meditative and poetic in his style as he wrestled with problems of good and evil to present that unity will be achieved ultimately when all things are gathered together in Christ. Here William Barclay offers his own translations of these texts, as well as insightful commentaries.For almost fifty years and for millions of readers, the Daily Study Bible commentaries have been the ideal help for both devotional and serious Bible study. Now, with the release of the New Daily Study Bible, a new generation will appreciate the wisdom of William Barclay. With clarification of less familiar illustrations and inclusion of more contemporary language, the New Daily Study Bible will continue to help individuals and groups discover what the message of the New Testament really means for their lives.

Riddles in Hinduism


B.R. Ambedkar - 1954
    There is no reason either to call them sacred or infallible … The time has come when the Hindu mind must be freed from the hold which the silly ideas propagated by the Brahmans have on them. Without this, the liberation of India has no future”—B.R. Ambedkar Hinduism claims one billion adherents worldwide. To all those who hold this religion dear, B.R. Ambedkar poses many riddles: Is it even a religion? Who is a Hindu? Like most of his writings, Riddles in Hinduism remained unpublished during his lifetime. When the state of Maharashtra finally printed it in 1987, the Shiv Sena sought a ban. While the liberals looked away, the Dalit movement circulated copies. At a time when the state and the Hindu right are painting Ambedkar as a ‘Hindu’ figure, this fierce critique—now with illuminating annotations—shows us how and why Ambedkar had no love for Hinduism. In his introduction, Kancha Ilaiah tells us why Hinduism is facing its biggest ever challenge from Dalitbahujans. Ambedkar was one, today there are a million Ambedkars.ISBN-10: 9788189059774ISBN-13: 978-8189059774

Doctrines of Salvation Vol. I


Joseph Fielding Smith - 1954
    The path to salvation and happiness is explored and explained. This book provides a rich treasury of President Smith's timeless gospel insights.

The Letters to the Corinthians


William Barclay - 1954
    In this hotbed of vice, writes William Barclay, some of the greatest work of Paul was done. In his endearing, simple, and illustrative manner, Barclay shows how the message that Paul communicated to the Corinthians continues to help us who live today in the midst of twenty-first century temptations.For almost fifty years and for millions of readers, the Daily Study Bible commentaries have been the ideal help for both devotional and serious Bible study. Now, with the release of the New Daily Study Bible, a new generation will appreciate the wisdom of William Barclay. With clarification of less familiar illustrations and inclusion of more contemporary language, the New Daily Study Bible will continue to help individuals and groups discover what the message of the New Testament really means for their lives.

Yoga: Immortality and Freedom


Mircea Eliade - 1954
    Drawing on years of study and experience in India, Eliade provides a comprehensive survey of Yoga in theory and practice from its earliest foreshadowings in the Vedas through the twentieth century. The subjects discussed include Pata�jali, author of the Yoga-sutras; yogic techniques, such as concentration on a Single Point, postures, and respiratory discipline; and Yoga in relation to Brahmanism, Buddhism, Tantrism, Oriental alchemy, mystical erotism, and shamanism.

The Real Story of Christmas


W. Cleon Skousen - 1954
    Oddly enough, however, the complete, historical account of that first Christmas is seldom told. There are forgotten chapters buried in scriptural records which the pageants at Christmas time fail to relate. The purpose of this writing is to try and tell the whole story the way history has preserved it.Since The Real Story of Christmas was written it has become tradition in many families around the world to read this story every Christmas season.

Time Vindicates the Prophets


Hugh Nibley - 1954
    A captivating thirty-part lecture series by Hugh Nibley, under the general theme “Time Vindicates the Prophets,” was featured from March 7 through October 17. Although recorded in 1954, the messages delivered in this broadcast are as interesting and relevant today as they were then, and they represent the characteristic Nibley style so many have come to appreciate. This extraordinary collection can be appropriately called “vintage Nibley.” Material in these broadcasts was eventually the basis for Hugh Nibley’s book The World and the Prophets. Published: February 2005 Running Time: 8 hours

Prayers


Michel Quoist - 1954
    With simplicity and strength, this collection of powerful prayers will help you structure and develop your own sense of prayer. This assembly of petition and thanksgiving represents the full range of human emotion from despair to mystical union.

Know Your Mass


Demetrius Manousos - 1954
    Demetrius Manousos. Originally published by the Catechetical Guild in 1954 (Imprimatur Francis Cardinal Spellman), this is a comic book unlike any other. Know Your Mass is a detailed, fully illustrated, step-by-step explanation of the Traditional Latin Mass now reprinted for the first time in full color! The book presents the theology of the Mass in a manner easily understood by children and yet is incredibly interesting and informative for adults as well. This should come as no surprise to those who have read The Seven Sacraments, another Angelus Press reprint by Fr. Manousos, who has the amazing ability to take solid theology and present it to children...without dumbing it down. He was truly a gifted writer. This makes Know Your Mass an excellent catechetical tool for all ages. All parts of the Holy Sacrifice are covered, from the preparation for Mass, the altar, sacred vessels and vestments, liturgical actions, the sanctuary, and some liturgical history as well, including helpful suggestions for children to get the most or should we say GIVE the most at Mass. Ideal, NO, PERFECT, as a First Holy Communion gift. Great for converts as well. Anyone who delves into this book cannot come away ignorant of the true significance of the liturgical representation of Our Lord s Sacrifice on Calvary that is the Holy Mass. Highly recommended.

31 Powerful Prayers - Guaranteed To Make Tremendous Power Available and Avail Much!


Gloria Coleman - 1954
    Prayer for Salvation2. Prayer for the Salvation of Your Loved Ones3. Prayer for the Baptism of the Holy Spirit with the evidence of Speaking In Other Tongues4. Prayer to Know God More5. Prayer for A Good Life6. Prayer for Freedom from every Addiction7. Prayer for Strength8. Prayer for Your Finances (Provision and Prosperity)9. Prayer for God’s Blessing10. Prayer for Fruitfulness11. Prayer for Supernatural Debt Cancellation12. Prayer for Your Healing and Health13. Prayer for Every Type of Cancer14. Prayer for Pulling Down Strongholds In My Mind15. Prayer for Help16. Prayer for Your Husband17. Prayer for Your Wife18. Prayer for Your Children19. Prayer for Protection20. Prayer of Thanksgiving21. Prayer for Abundance22. Prayer for Wisdom & Revelation23. Prayer for God’s Favour24. Prayer for Promotion25. Prayer for A Happy Marriage26. Prayer to Overcome Impossible Situations27. Prayer for Progress & Advancement28. Prayer for Someone About to Undergo an Operation29. Prayer for Someone Recovering from an Operation30. Prayer for Direction31. Prayer for a Turnaround in the Life of a rebellious Child or TeenagerRemain Blessed! Scroll up and grab a copy today.

The Golden String: An Autobiography


Bede Griffiths - 1954
    This is the life story of Don Bede Griffiths, now a Benedictine monk of Prinknash Abbey, in England. It opens with a mystical experience of school days which led Griffiths to becoming a sensitive nature worshiper -- but with steadily diminishing religious faith. Then, under the influence of C.S. Lewis at Oxford, he launched into a wide program of reading philosophy and literature. Disillusioned by World War I, Griffiths and two friends cut themselves off from the world in a ""return to nature"", living in a remote cottage, entering gradually on a regime of fasting, then Bible reading and prayer. By degrees, Griffiths became intrigued by the Catholic Church and finally was baptised and soon thereafter entered monastic life.

Labour, Nationality and Religion


James Connolly - 1954
    

Matthew Cowley Speaks: Discourses Of Elder Matthew Cowley Of The Quorum Of The Twelve Of The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints


Matthew Cowley - 1954
    

Victories of the Martyrs


Alfonso María de Liguori - 1954
    So that all their merits, as St. Augustine writes, were the effects of the grace that God in his mercy imparted to them. But it is also certain, and even of faith, that on their part the martyrs co-operated with the grace which enabled them to obtain their victory. Innovators have blasphemed against this truth, saving that all the crimes of the wicked and all the good works of the just are the offspring of necessity; but the same St. Augustine gives them the lie when he says that in this case no reward or punishment would be just.Aeterna Press

The Deliverance of Sister Cecilia


William Brinkley - 1954
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Prophetic Ministry


Austin T. Sparks - 1954
    The need for holiness is as urgent for today's Church as it was for the Old Testament Jews. This reprint of a classic book by the late T. Austin Sparks, a British pastor, paints a fresh picture of the prophet and challenges the Body of Christ to once again proclaim God's presence among the nations of the world!

Deliverance From Fear & Sickness: The Master Key To Your Healing


Oral Roberts - 1954
    It is the creator of bad things. It is an attitude that brings the human being into captivity, confusion, frustration, inner conflicts and tension."In the pages of this book, you will discover:• Why Fear Brings Calamity• How Belief Takes Away Fear• The Lesson from Job• The Question Jesus Asks When You Are Afraid• The Master Key to Your Healing• How to Keep Your HealingAs you learn more about God's amazing power of healing and deliverance, you will discover why Oral Roberts has been used so mightily during the past six decades to bring the ministry of signs and wonders out of the tent meetings and storefront churches directly into the world's living rooms!

On the Queenship of Mary: Ad Caeli Reginam


Pope Pius XII - 1954
    

College Apologetics: Proof of the Truth of the Catholic Faith


Anthony F. Alexander - 1954
    The classic apologetics for adult level. Ironclad logic! The existence of God, immortality of the soul, necessity of religion, reliability of the Gospels, nature of the Church, proof of her truth, etc. A work of genius; irrefutable!

Islam In History And Society


مالك بن نبي - 1954
    

What Catholics Believe


Josef Pieper - 1954
    The authors give, in brief and simple form, a summary of the fundamental teachings of the Catholic Church, and of the fruits of the faith contained in the teachings.

The Influences of Lucifer and Ahriman: Human Responsibility for the Earth


Rudolf Steiner - 1954
    With great compassion and understanding, he offers telling examples of how humanity must walk a conscious middle way between the two tempting powers of Lucifer and Ahriman. He describes the incarnation of Lucifer in the third millennium before the Christ event, out of which flowed not just the wisdom of paganism, but also the conscious intellect we enjoy today. Ahriman, on the other hand, is shown approaching human beings through such phenomena as materialism, nationalism, and literalism, all in preparation for his incarnation in the third millennium. Keep in mind, however, that these two powers do not work separately; rather, they are working increasingly together. Our task as human beings is to hold them in balance, continually permeating one with the other. Steiner tells us that "Lucifer and Ahriman must be regarded as two scales of a balance, and it is we who must hold the beam in equipoise. How can we train ourselves to do this? By permeating what takes ahrimanic form within us with a strongly luciferic element." To accomplish this task we need a new, more conscious inner life.