Inner Traditions

Most Westerners believe that a daily physical exercise program helps slow the aging process. Yet those whose bodies appear most physically fit on the outside often enjoy only the same life span as the average nonathletic person. It is the internal organs and glands that nourish every function of the body, and it is the bone marrow that nourishes and rejuvenates the organs and glands through the pr

In The Haitian Vodou Handbook, Kenaz Filan, an initiate of the Société la Belle Venus, presents a working guide to the proper methods of interacting with the full Vodou pantheon, explaining how to build respectful relationships with the lwa, the spirits honored in Haitian Vodou, and how to transform the fear that often surrounds the Vodou religion. Until recently, the Haitian practice of Vodou was

In The Science of the Dogon, Laird Scranton demonstrated that the cosmological structure described in the myths and drawings of the Dogon runs parallel to modern science - atomic theory, quantum theory and string theory - their drawings often taking the same form as accurate scientific diagrams that relate to the formation of matter. Scranton, also, pointed to the close resemblance between the key

Taoists consider our sexual energy to be the creative force that we can use to regenerate the body's internal energy, but we must learn how to harness excess sexual energy and transform it into chi or life-force energy. When we circulate the sexual energy in the Microcosmic Orbit - a continuous energy loop that runs up the spine and down the front of the body - we transform it into self-healing en

After travelling at age 18 from his native California to India in 1969, Rampuri was drawn to the Naga Babas, an ancient and wild order of naked yogis whom he calls the “Hell's Angels of Indian Spirituality.” Organized into a sect by Adi Shankara in the 5th century BC, the Naga Babas see themselves as the ultimate protectors of the Sanatan Dharma, or what we call the Hindu religion. Rampuri became

Great thinkers and researchers such as Carl Jung have acknowledged the many broad similarities that exist between the myths and symbols of ancient cultures. One largely unexplored explanation for these similarities lies in the possibility that these systems of myth all descended from one common cosmological plan. Outlining the most significant aspects of cosmology found among the Dogon, ancient Eg

· Explores the use of crystals throughout history, including their role in Atlantis and in alien technology· Offers step-by-step instructions to successfully use crystals in scrying, meditation and Enochian magic· Includes never-before-published scientific findings on the author's crystal skull as well as other crystal skulls researched at the British Museum· Explains how the Space-Time Crystal Ma

Before the conversion of Europe to Christianity in the Middle Ages, Germanic tribes roamed the continent, plundering villages and waging battles to seek the favour of Odin, their god of war, ecstasy and magic. Centuries later, predatory Viking raiders from Scandinavia carried on similar traditions. These wild 'barbarians' had a system of social classes and familial clans with complex spiritual cus

· Details the 8 core forms of Wu-Style Tai Chi with fully illustrated instructions· Ideal for older practitioners as well as those with health disabilities due to the “small frame” primary stance, slower and smaller movements and conservation of energy· Explains how Wu Style provides a natural introduction to martial arts boxing· Reveals how Wu Style eases stiffness, relieves back pain and reduces

· Explains how to build relationships with Earth, Sun, Moon, Plants, Animals, Water, Fire, Craft, Air and the Ancestors through 83 practical exercises· Explores the role of altered states in spirit work· Outlines the ancient cultural rules and taboos to avoid spiritual debt or offence We are all surrounded by spirits. Many people feel called to work with them, but few know where to begin. Enjoined

· Demonstrates, based on the 12,000-year-old megalithic complex of Göbekli Tepe, that advanced civilisation extends thousands of years further back than generally acknowledged· Examines the catastrophic solar outbursts that ended the last ice age, wiping out antediluvian civilisation and incinerating much of the evidence of that period· Reveals data that show solar outbursts powerful enough to dev

Misfortune works in this world as living vibrant spirits - known in the Santería and Lucumí faith as Osogbo - that plague humanity but are, also, a catalyst for selfdevelopment and conscious evolution. Beginning with the story of his goddaughter's miraculous recovery from stage IV cancer, Ócha'ni Lele explains how Osogbo tries to bring us down and how if we follow the prescriptions of the Orishas

Good health depends on the free flow of life-force energy, chi, throughout the entire body. The accumulation of tensions in the muscles and tendons as well as the stagnation of negative energy can lead to blockages in the body's energy channels, resulting in pain, low energy or illness. In this full-color illustrated guide, Master Mantak Chia and William Wei detail massage techniques for unblockin

· Includes spells, talisman formulations and secret magical alphabets reproduced from the author's private collection of grimoires, with instructions for their use · Explains the basic principles of mediaeval magic, including the doctrine of names and the laws of sympathy and contagion· Offers an overview of magic in the Western Mystery traditionGrimoires began simply as quick-reference “grammar b

In this comprehensive introduction to Enochian magic and beyond, John DeSalvo explains how the magic system transmitted by the angels to John Dee and Edward Kelley in the 16th century has until now remained incomplete and thus not as powerful as the angels intended. Drawing on his in-depth study of John Dee's diaries, DeSalvo explains how Dee and Kelley were given the Enochian tables and calls but

Almost one thousand years ago a new and powerful nexus of spiritual transmission emerged in Central Asia and lasted for five centuries, reaching its culmination in the work of the Khwajagan or “Masters of Wisdom.” Like the much earlier Rishi Pantha of India, these masters of the Naqshbandi lineage of Turkish Sufism were not renunciates, but advocated maintaining an active connection with the world

In this extensive study of the Christian mythology that animated Europe in the Middle Ages, author, Philippe Walter, reveals how these stories and the holiday traditions connected with them are based on long-standing pagan rituals and myths and have very little connection to the Bible. The author explains how the church fathers knowingly incorporated pagan elements into the Christian faith to ease

A hands-on tool to connect with the healing frequencies and loving guidance of angels • Includes 50 full-color cards featuring intricate angel images by renowned surrealist artist Josephine Wall • The accompanying guidebook describes the wise and supportive message of each angel as well as how to use the cards for daily guidance or for insight into a specific issue Angels surround u

A hands-on tool to connect with the celestial wisdom of Dragons • Shares channeled wisdom and guidance for inner spiritual work and soul development from 44 individual Dragons • Includes 44 full-color cards, each designed to allow instant connection with the celestial energies of the Dragons for self-development and spiritual growth • Explains how to use the cards and apply Dragon wisdom to eve

Connect to your starseed heritage and integrate cosmic powers into your life • Includes 44 full-color cards featuring intergalactic star beings and wisdom for the age of ascension • The guidebook explores each card´s message accompanied by a matching exercise • Discover your cosmic starseed family and the talents and abilities you bring to Earth Has your intuition told you th