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God by Nils Horn God by Nils Horn May 18, 2012 56998 words Read a sample
What is God? Existence of God. What is Enlightenment? God and Enlightenment. God and Quantum Physics. Afterlife. Paradise. Reincarnation and Christianity. Yoga and Christianity. Religious Toleration. Discussion about God. Angel oracle.
Ahimsa (Non-Violence): In View of Indian Sages by Shri Paramhans Swami Adgadanandji Ashram Trust Ahimsa (Non-Violence): In View of Indian Sages by Shri Paramhans Swami Adgadanandji Ashram Trust May 15, 2012 21489 words Read a sample
Ahimsa is a complicated question. It is a Yogic word, the word which points out to the inner spiritual Sadhana, but later on people linked it with the violence of living beings of the external world.
Glories of Yog by Shri Paramhans Swami Adgadanandji Ashram Trust Glories of Yog by Shri Paramhans Swami Adgadanandji Ashram Trust May 13, 2012 22111 words Read a sample
Pranayam is the withdrawal of all the five senses from the physical objects and turning the mind away from the world of matter towards the Supreme Spirit...Meditation is the stillness of the flow of thoughts...
The Dynamics of Meaning by Toby Fadida The Dynamics of Meaning by Toby Fadida May 05, 2012 4667 words Read a sample
What is the meaning of life? How are we to go about pursuing enlightenment out of such a dynamic and perplexing question? Somehow we arrived here. We know that we will one day depart. So what is it all about? The timeless search continues. The Dynamics of Meaning takes the reader on an emotional, spiritual and philosophical journey deep into the search for what it's all about.
Al'lah and the Beginning of Creation by Mohammad Amin Sheikho Al'lah and the Beginning of Creation by Mohammad Amin Sheikho May 03, 2012 6681 words Read a sample
The cause of coming to this world
Rewriting the Buddha by Susan Cogan Rewriting the Buddha by Susan Cogan May 01, 2012 3665 words Read a sample
So I told myself the Dhammapada is one of the oldest books of Buddhist thought. I should read it. What I wanted was a nice simple readable version that I could dip into. I discovered that most translations are completely unreadable, some more than others. A few modern versions attempt to clarify the text. I may be the first person to notice the problem who was a writer and not a translator.
Wagging My Redshift Tail - A Philosophy of Madness by Nepomuk Onderdonk Wagging My Redshift Tail - A Philosophy of Madness by Nepomuk Onderdonk April 27, 2012 91642 words Read a sample
It's work of philosophy and literature; the book "Writing and Madness" suggested that, after madness was set free from the insane asylums in the 60's, it's new home is literature, where it cannot talk directly to us, but instead intimates itself to us through the mysterious altars of the odd lives we read about and try to piece together.I have given my madness a home in "Wagging My Redshift Tail".
The Sources of Spring Water in the World by Mohammad Amin Sheikho The Sources of Spring Water in the World by Mohammad Amin Sheikho April 23, 2012 29272 words Read a sample
A Dialogue Between Sir John G. Bennet and Scholar M. Amin Sheikho
Unveiling the Secrets of Magic and Magicians by Mohammad Amin Sheikho Unveiling the Secrets of Magic and Magicians by Mohammad Amin Sheikho April 23, 2012 120548 words Read a sample
How terrible are the words that issued from the mouths of those deceivers from amongst the jews, who used false statements to insert intrigue into the books of Islam. Their words about the possible use of magic to bewitch the most honorable one of all creation, Mohammad (cpth), are nothing more than mere lies.
Is Happiness Really Beyond Reach?! by Mohammad Amin Sheikho Is Happiness Really Beyond Reach?! by Mohammad Amin Sheikho April 15, 2012 14900 words Read a sample
A research about the real happiness, in the world of poor people! in the world of youth and adolescence! in the world of childhood! and very important point. Praise be to God for every state. What is the way?
Islam…! What are the Veil, Divorce, and Polygamy for? by Mohammad Amin Sheikho Islam…! What are the Veil, Divorce, and Polygamy for? by Mohammad Amin Sheikho April 15, 2012 27075 words Read a sample
A Dialogue Between a Western Orientalist and a Muslim Savant
Willing the Will That Wills? by Austin Torney Willing the Will That Wills? by Austin Torney March 20, 2012 2322 words Read a sample
Free. Color Illustrated. Is the will free, not depending on anything, or fixed, depending on something, such as who one has become? This is not to say that the will is not dynamic, one fixed state being able to progress to another fixed state, via learning.
'Being' Explained by Austin Torney 'Being' Explained by Austin Torney March 16, 2012 3522 words Read a sample
Free. Why the reality of being is the way it is.
The Vault of Everything by Austin Torney The Vault of Everything by Austin Torney March 14, 2012 3077 words Read a sample
Free. A visit to the Library of Babel, where every possible book that could exist may be found.
Librarian no Chronist by Priestley E. E. B. Librarian no Chronist by Priestley E. E. B. March 08, 2012 4097 words Read a sample
A work in the spirit of "Kino's Journey" (Kino no Tabi) light novels and Ted Chiang's mind boggling short stories. What is like to be a librarian? The answers, in form of short stories, involve self-reference, feedback loops, symmetry and dualisms. The start of a journey of self-knowledge, a travel across worlds where form and meaning literally swap roles.
Next Generation Philosopher - January 2012 by Tin Kin Next Generation Philosopher - January 2012 by Tin Kin March 08, 2012 3851 words Read a sample
This collection contains all of the articles within the month of January. My philosophical teachings are meant to be shared. They are meant to resonate with the vast leagues of humanity in a different, yet still influential way. I write from the heart and the viewpoint of my mind is a gift I hope to give the world by continuing to write.
Dialogues to Think By by Barry Krusch Dialogues to Think By by Barry Krusch March 05, 2012 1713 words Read a sample
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Cercando dove l’acqua è più profonda by Marco Crestani Cercando dove l’acqua è più profonda by Marco Crestani Feb. 22, 2012 6342 words Read a sample
Cercare la sapienza, il senso delle cose, degli eventi e forse del mondo è un po’ come cercare l'acqua. Per questo è necessario immergersi e setacciare dove l'acqua è più profonda e cercare, osservare, frugare… Un po' come quando si cerca di capire che la vita è un eterno fluire, mutare, trasformarsi e rinnovarsi…
Creativity and Intention in Evolution by Albert Low Creativity and Intention in Evolution by Albert Low Feb. 19, 2012 8847 words Read a sample
Charles Darwin has changed for ever the way we see ourselves, and our place in the universe. The debate between the Creationists and the neo-Darwinians continues in full fury. One outcome of this has been to see Darwin’s theory become entrenched as a dogma, defended by evangelical apologists, and no longer a reasonable account of how human beings have evolved from earlier life forms.
Why: An Agnostic Perspective on the Meaning of Life by Travis Haan Why: An Agnostic Perspective on the Meaning of Life by Travis Haan Feb. 06, 2012 42472 words Read a sample
A logical attempt to analysis of the meaning of life. It comes to the conclusion that even if we can never know the true meaning of life we still have to use logic to deduce what to do with our lives. The most logical thing we can do with our lives is to grow to our full potential as sentient beings.
La Ciencia Del Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu La Ciencia Del Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 13, 2012 11160 words Read a sample
Este libro describe los métodos de los diferentes sistemas de Yoga: teórica y práctico
Ciência Do Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu Ciência Do Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 13, 2012 10160 words Read a sample
Este livro descreve os métodos de vários sistemas de Yoga: teórica e prático
Scienza Dello Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu Scienza Dello Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 12, 2012 10222 words Read a sample
Questo libro descrive le modalità di vari sistemi di Yoga: teorico e pratico.
Wissenschaft des Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu Wissenschaft des Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 12, 2012 9836 words Read a sample
Dieses Buch beschreibt die Methoden der verschiedenen Systeme des Yoga: sowohl theoretische als auch praktisch
La Science Du Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu La Science Du Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 11, 2012 10714 words Read a sample
Le livre décrit les divers systèmes de yoga - significations, théories et pratiques.
Tantra Cult by Ratan Lal Basu Tantra Cult by Ratan Lal Basu Dec. 16, 2011 2245 words Read a sample
There are many misgivings and superstitions around the Tantra Cult. This booklet attempts a scientific analysis and explanation of the Tantra Cult as originated in India and practiced now a days in various forms all over the world.
LOREM IPSUM by Juna Firmansyah LOREM IPSUM by Juna Firmansyah Dec. 09, 2011 2073 words Read a sample
Biarkan perahu kehidupanmu menjadi ringan, ambil hanya yang perlukan, seseorang yang kau cintai dan mencintaimu, satu atau dua sahabat, rumah nyaman serta hiburan sederhana, seekor kucing, sandang dan pangan terpenuhi kemudian sediakan banyak air lebih dari cukup karena dahaga itu berbahaya.
Medium Uditivi e Medium Visuali. Radio, Televisione, Podcasting: per un’Analisi Dinamica by Alberto Pian Medium Uditivi e Medium Visuali. Radio, Televisione, Podcasting: per un’Analisi Dinamica by Alberto Pian Nov. 25, 2011 10353 words Sample 15%
Questo lavoro ha lo scopo di portare all?attenzione alcuni spunti di riflessione culturale, antropologica, psicologica e linguistica riguardo la "specificità" della radio e del podcasting rispetto alla televisione, e allo statuto di "ascoltatore"e di "spettatore".
What To Do When The Earth Splits In Two by Carl Frederick What To Do When The Earth Splits In Two by Carl Frederick Nov. 18, 2011 11489 words Read a sample
Apocalypse in 2012? To answer this, reference is made to a Universal Law: "For Every Action There Is An Equal And Opposite Reaction." It follows logically then, that our collective hubris will inevitably be followed by Nemesis. According to this messenger's words from Mother Earth, that time is rapidly approaching, and each of us must choose: Pro or Con. Read all about your critical options, now!
Philosophy of a Boy : Introduction and Chapter I by Pawel Majewski Philosophy of a Boy : Introduction and Chapter I by Pawel Majewski Nov. 03, 2011 1143 words Sample 20%
A life of a boy is complicated, when he wants to know everything about the world. All those questions and all those unsatisfying answers lead him to writing this book. To share his thoughts, to share my thoughts with you. WARNING Do not take this book seriously Serious damage may occur
Philosophy of a Boy : Introduction and Chapter I by Pawel Majewski Philosophy of a Boy : Introduction and Chapter I by Pawel Majewski Nov. 03, 2011 1143 words Read a sample
A life of a boy is complicated, when he wants to know everything about the world. All those questions and all those unsatisfying answers lead him to writing this book. To share his thoughts, to share my thoughts with you. WARNING Do not take this book seriously Serious damage may occur
Church of the Animated Bunny - vol 1 by Terrence747 Church of the Animated Bunny - vol 1 by Terrence747 Oct. 22, 2011 1314 words Read a sample
A humorous and hopefully enlightening work to introduce the works of the Bunny. 22 "pages" of illustrations and brief comments capture the essence of the Church of the Animated Bunny in the first volume, "The Bunny Bible". Makes it hard not to believe in Eternal Life.
From Homosapiens To Homo-Novus by Teymur Roshdi From Homosapiens To Homo-Novus by Teymur Roshdi Aug. 19, 2011 325 words Read a sample
This is short article I wrote by watching the classic 'horror' movie 'Invasion of the body snatchers' version 1955.
An Introduction To The Nature Of Things by Cassius Amicus An Introduction To The Nature Of Things by Cassius Amicus Aug. 13, 2011 103428 words Sample 20%
This ebook is devoted to the epic poem composed in 50 BC by Titus Lucretius Carus, entitled in Latin "De Rerum Natura." This poem is devoted to explaining how to live a happy life through Epicurean philosophy. The primary feature of this ebook is the complete nineteenth century translation by H.A.J. Munro, one of the foremost classical scholars of his time.
Of Myth and Magic by M.E. Brines Of Myth and Magic by M.E. Brines Aug. 13, 2011 3202 words Read a sample
A comparison of religion, philosophy and magick throughout history. Are all religions basically the same? Is there a way to Truth and contentment?
Atharva Veda, A Brief Outline by Ratan Lal Basu Atharva Veda, A Brief Outline by Ratan Lal Basu Aug. 05, 2011 2693 words Read a sample
This booklet incorporates a representative section headlines from the first ten chapters of the available text of Atharva Veda. They are likely to give a fairly good idea about the non-Aryan characteristics of Atharva Veda, an unique ancient Indian text depicting the superstitious cults of the primitive religions.
Universe: An Equation! by Teymur Roshdi Universe: An Equation! by Teymur Roshdi Aug. 04, 2011 1572 words Read a sample
'Universe:An Equation' is a philosophical article in which I tried to treat the concept of 'Justice' by the help of scientific explanations.
Blood! by M.E. Brines Blood! by M.E. Brines Aug. 01, 2011 2435 words Read a sample
Explains the influence of blood on modern history, warfare, religion, secret societies, government and popular culture. Really weird
Tragedy and Comedy by Teymur Roshdi Tragedy and Comedy by Teymur Roshdi July 29, 2011 846 words Read a sample
'Tragedy and Comedy' is a philosophical article which treats the reasons of human tears and mainly the human ability to laugh.
Lord Krishna Mystery by Ratan Lal Basu Lord Krishna Mystery by Ratan Lal Basu July 26, 2011 1724 words Read a sample
This booklet endeavors to explain the fact that Lord Krishna is the symbol of the Supreme Lord and not an Avatar (incarnate) of Lord Vishnu of Hindu Puranas.
Enlightenment to Go by Zorba Publishers Enlightenment to Go by Zorba Publishers July 24, 2011 3579 words Read a sample
In Enlightenment to Go, David Michie provides a lively, accessible antidotes to contemporary problems, including stress, anxiety and depression. He also offers a structured meditation program to help readers integrate transformational insights at deeper levels of consciousness where genuine change becomes possible.
Bhakti Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu Bhakti Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu July 23, 2011 2323 words Read a sample
This booklet explains the principle of Bhakti Yoga (Devotional Yoga) and explains why devotion without true wisdom degenerates into self seeking, avenues of fulfilling baser desires, blind ritualism, idolatry and morbid fantasy. The text also explains the relation between science and true wisdom
MENNONITES IN MISSOURI, Volume 1 by Ray Speckman MENNONITES IN MISSOURI, Volume 1 by Ray Speckman July 21, 2011 2099 words Read a sample
The first in a series about the customs, beliefs and lives of Mennonites in Missouri, told by an "Englishman" (non-Mennonite), an impressed admirer.
Principles of Hatha Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu Principles of Hatha Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu July 19, 2011 2465 words Read a sample
The book gives a general outline of the Hatha Yoga methods as delineated in the Book “Hatha Yoga Pradipika”, written in Sanskrit by Yogi Svatmarama during the fifteenth century A.D.
Karma Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu Karma Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu July 16, 2011 7468 words Read a sample
The book defines different types of Yoga and elaborates the principles of Karma Yoga with personal experience and excerpts from the Hindu sacred text ‘Gita’ & ‘Karma Yoga’ by Swami Vivekananda.
The Doctrines of Epicurus - Annotated by Cassius Amicus The Doctrines of Epicurus - Annotated by Cassius Amicus July 10, 2011 30060 words Read a sample
The Doctrines of Epicurus, philosopher of happiness and freedom, annotated with references from the authoritative ancient Epicurean sources.
Raj Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu Raj Yoga by Ratan Lal Basu July 10, 2011 4089 words Read a sample
This book gives the brief outlines of the Yogic Methods on the basis of Patanjali's 'Yoga Sutra' which is in perfect conformity with Vedic Hindu Religion which is Free From Idolatry, Mysticism and Esoteric Rituals and conceives of a Supreme God who is 'One and Only-one', 'Ubiquitous', 'Invisible' and 'Attribute-free'.
Seven Truths for a New Age by Lawrence John Brown Seven Truths for a New Age by Lawrence John Brown July 04, 2011 14467 words Read a sample
If I could speak before the UN, I’d say: 1. No one can own our Mother Earth. 2. God is present in the world and there is no evil. 3. All things are conscious and are created with rights. 4. The physical universe was designed by non-physical beings. 5. The main purpose of government is protecting rights. 6. There are too many people on Spaceship Earth. 7. Power corrupts everyone who holds it.
Forbidden Love! by Teymur Roshdi Forbidden Love! by Teymur Roshdi June 14, 2011 967 words Read a sample
The Great Love described in the stories:Romeo and Juliet,Splendor in the grass,Thorn Birds and Twilight saga, makes me ponder on this subject...
A Life Worthy of the Gods - The Life And Work of Epicurus by Cassius Amicus A Life Worthy of the Gods - The Life And Work of Epicurus by Cassius Amicus June 12, 2011 59826 words Read a sample
This book provides the core ancient texts which are the primary documentation for all our knowledge of the Life and Work of Epicurus, the philosopher of Happiness and Freedom.