Religious

Recognized as a landmark of twentieth century intellectual history, I and Thou is Buber's masterpiece. It proposes nothing less than a new form of the Deity for today, a new form of human being and of a good life.Recognized as a landmark of twentieth century intellectual history, I and Thou is Buber... More

In the Dalai Lama's own words: "it is my hope that the reader of this small book will take away a basic understanding of Buddhism and some of the key methods by which Buddhist practitioners have cultivated compassion and wisdom in their lives. The methods discussed have been taken from three sacred ... More

This is a concise but comprehensive introduction to a key figure in the history of modern philsophy, Benedict Spinoza.This is a concise but comprehensive introduction to a key figure in the history of modern philsophy, Benedict Spinoza.... More

A guide to how Socratic principles of dialogue can be used for improving communication and developing satisfying relationships.- Shows how to develop methods of dialogue for growth in personal and business relationships.- Includes clear and detailed lessons on how to begin and hold a dialogue on imp... More

A lucid and understandable guide to Soren Kierkegaard, the nineteenth-century Danish philosopher and founding father of Existentialism.... More

The Perennial Philosophy is defined by its author as "The metaphysic that recognizes a divine Reality substantial to the world of things and lives and minds." With great wit and stunning intellect, Aldous Huxley examines the spiritual beliefs of various religious traditions and explains them in term... More

Conceived originally as a serious presentation of the development of philosophy for Catholic seminary students, Frederick Copleston's nine-volume "A History Of Philosophy has journeyed far beyond the modest purpose of its author to universal acclaim as the best history of philosophy in English. Copl... More

Conceived originally as a serious presentation of the development of philosophy for Catholic seminary students, Frederick Copleston's nine-volume "A History Of Philosophy has journeyed far beyond the modest purpose of its author to universal acclaim as the best history of philosophy in English.... More

This comprehensive anthology of Russell's writings brings together his definitive essays from the period 1903 to 1959. It covers the most fertile and lasting work on every significant area he published in. Whether from his seminal work in the philosophies of mathematics and language or in his provoc... More

This remarkable book offers a clue to life s greatest mystery- you yourself. The Answer Lies Within proposes self-conquest as a means to self-knowledge, propels us to believe in ourselves and work out our own salvation. In succinct lines of pure wisdom, the author shares some rare revelations and il... More

"What is required if men and women are to feel at home in society and are to recover their vitality? Into wrestling with that question, Simone Weil put the very substance of her mind and temperament. The apparently solid edifices of our prepossessions fall down before her onslaught like ninepins, an... More

Kierkegaard, described by Wittgenstein as "by far the most profound thinker of the Ýnineteenth¨ century," has influenced a wide range of philosophers and theologians. "Fear and Trembling," which investigates the nature of faith and its relation to ethics via a discussion of the story of Abraham and ... More

This engaging introduction to Buddhism explains the Buddha's earliest teachings, and is a practical guide for how to live fully in today's stressful world. "The Feeling Buddha" is a lucid account of how the Buddha's path of wisdom and loving kindness grew out of the challenges he encountered in life... More

What does it take to get into heaven? If you're Roman Catholic, Portmann argues, the red-hot issue is sex. Since the late 1980s, the Vatican has made great efforts to encourage Jews to celebrate their faith, yet continues to reject homosexual Catholics. Portmann, himself a Catholic, finds it strikin... More

Martin Buber believed that life's deepest truth lies in human relationships. In this classic work he puts this belief into practice, applying it to the concrete problems of contemporary society.Martin Buber believed that life's deepest truth lies in human relationships. In this classic work he puts ... More

The debate about what to teach as science in our schools has reached boiling point, both inside and outside the classroom. From Young Earth to Intelligent Design creationism, the intrusion of political and religious ideals is damaging the integrity of our public education system. Doubting Darwin? pu... More

,,"." a graceful, refreshing and enlightening book, applied philosophy that is relevant, timely and metaphysical in the best sense." -- The New York Times Book Review",,"." a graceful, refreshing and enlightening book, applied philosophy that is relevant, timely and metaphysical in the best sense." ... More