20.10.2020

“Tantric Kali: Secret Practices and Rituals” by Daniel Odier

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"Tantric Kali: Secret Practices and Rituals" by Daniel Odier
"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 Nirrutara Tantra, translated here for the first time • Presents devotional chants, meditations, and mudras specific to Tantric worship of Kali According to traditions going back to pre-Vedic times, Kali sprang from the third eye of the Goddess Durga as a destructive and terrifying manifestation of feminine power sent to lay waste to the forces of evil. Throughout India to this day, Kali is worshipped as the destroyer of bondage, capable...>>
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20.10.2020

“The Book of Tarot: A Guide for Modern Mystics” by Danielle Noel

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"The Book of Tarot: A Guide for Modern Mystics" by Danielle Noel
"A gorgeously illustrated, accessible introduction to the Tarot’s many uses, from mystical touchstone to practical resource. More than a guidebook, The Book of Tarot offers a space in which to set goals and intentions with clarity and purpose. With both clarity and warmth, seasoned practitioner Danielle Noel instructs readers in using the Tarot as a tool for self-understanding, meditation, and soulful introspection."...>>
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20.10.2020

“The Herbalist’s Way: The Art and Practice of Healing with Plant Medicines” by Nancy Phillips and Michael Phillips (revised edition)

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"The Herbalist's Way: The Art and Practice of Healing with Plant Medicines" by Nancy Phillips and Michael Phillips (revised edition)
"This updated edition of The Village Herbalist provides a complete guide to the art and practice of herbalism, as well as an introduction to the herbalist's role in family and community life. Inspirational profiles of practicing herbalists from across the country add a human touch to the authors' wealth of practical herbal knowledge. The Herbalist's Way includes time-honored healing wisdom from many cultures, as well as information on: • Roles and responsibilities of herbalists in their communities • Herbal workshops, conferences, and education centers • Growing, drying, and preparing medicinal herbs • Learning to listen to clients and recommend holistic treatments for healing and continued wellness • Licensing, marketing, and other legal and business issues facing modern herbalists • Comprehensive resources...>>
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20.10.2020

“An Herbalist’s Guide to Formulary: The Art & Science of Creating Effective Herbal Remedies” by Holly Bellebuono

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"An Herbalist's Guide to Formulary: The Art & Science of Creating Effective Herbal Remedies" by Holly Bellebuono
"Explore the ancient art of formulary with award-winning herbalist Holly Bellebuono's comprehensive guide to creating effective herbal medicine. Organized by body systems, An Herbalist's Guide to Formulary shows how to design a holistic treatment for acute and chronic conditions. Packed with detailed information on more than one hundred plants, An Herbalist's Guide to Formulary is the go-to reference for formulary. Holly presents her 4-tier formula structure, a commonsense way to integrate a wide range of herbal actions while keeping the formula simple. She also shares the history of healing traditions as well as personal and clinical examples that illustrate the art of combining plants for illnesses, preventative care, and overall wellness. With this book's guidance,...>>
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19.10.2020

“The Way of Tarot: The Spiritual Teacher in the Cards” by Alejandro Jodorowsky and Marianne Costa

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"The Way of Tarot: The Spiritual Teacher in the Cards" by Alejandro Jodorowsky and Marianne Costa
"Filmmaker Alejandro Jodorowsky’s insights into the Tarot as a spiritual path: • Works with the original Marseille Tarot to reveal the roots of Western wisdom • Provides the key to the symbolic language of the Tarot’s “nomadic cathedral” • Transforms a simple divination tool into a vehicle for self-realization and healing Alejandro Jodorowsky’s profound study of the Tarot, which began in the early 1950s, reveals it to be far more than a simple divination device. The Tarot is first and foremost a powerful instrument of self-knowledge and a representation of the structure of the soul. The Way of Tarot shows that the entire deck is structured like a temple, or a mandala, which is both an image of the...>>
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