Summaries of books about New Age & Spirituality:
The Anunnaki Chronicles
A Zecharia Sitchin Reader
Zecharia Sitchin
The book is a compilation of Zecharia Sitchin's writings on the ancient astronaut theory, which posits that gods from Sumerian mythology were actually extraterrestrial beings known as the Anunnaki. It includes previously unpublished essays, articles, and lectures that explore Sitchin's interpretations of ancient texts and archaeological findings related to these celestial visitors and their influence on human civilization.
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The Scars of Eden
Has Humanity Confused the Idea of God with Memories of ET Contact?
Paul Wallis
The book explores the possibility that ancient human experiences and encounters with extraterrestrial beings have been misinterpreted as interactions with divine entities. It delves into historical texts, myths, and religious narratives from various cultures to argue that humanity's concept of God may stem from ancestral memories of contact with advanced alien civilizations.
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Falling into Grace
Insights on the End of Suffering
Adyashanti
The book explores the concept of spiritual awakening and the end of personal suffering through the understanding and release of the ego. It offers insights and teachings on how to surrender to the present moment, embrace inner peace, and experience the true nature of reality.
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A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To Heaven
Corey Taylor
The book delves into the author's personal experiences with the paranormal, recounting ghostly encounters and exploring the nature of hauntings. It combines humor with a serious look at the supernatural, offering both skepticism and belief in the unexplained.
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Spiritual Enlightenment
The Damnedest Thing
Jed McKenna
The book presents a narrative of a spiritual teacher living in Iowa, who guides others through a process of intense self-inquiry to achieve spiritual enlightenment. It challenges conventional beliefs about spirituality and enlightenment, often using a direct and irreverent tone to deconstruct illusions and encourage readers to see the truth of their own nature.
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The Priest and the Medium
The Amazing True Story Of Psychic Medium B. Anne Gehman And Her Husband, Former Jesuit Priest Wayne Knoll, Ph. D.
Suzanne Giesemann
The book chronicles the life of B. Anne Gehman, a renowned psychic medium, and her relationship with Wayne Knoll, a former Jesuit priest and academic. It explores their unique spiritual journey, delving into the intersection of faith, love, and the paranormal as they navigate their contrasting worlds and beliefs.
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Feeling Is The Secret
Neville Goddard
The book explores the concept that emotions and imagination shape an individual's reality, emphasizing the importance of the subconscious mind in manifesting desires. It provides practical guidance on how to harness the power of feeling and belief to bring about positive changes in one's life.
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American Cosmic
UFOs, Religion, Technology
D.W. Pasulka
The book explores the connections between belief in UFOs, technological innovation, and religious experience, drawing on interviews with scientists, engineers, and Silicon Valley professionals who interpret UFO phenomena through spiritual and mystical frameworks. It examines how the UFO narrative has permeated modern culture and influenced both personal belief systems and technological development.
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Care of the Soul Twenty-fifth Anniversary Edition
A Guide for Cultivating Depth and Sacredness in Everyday Life
Thomas Moore
The book offers a holistic approach to personal development and spiritual growth, emphasizing the importance of embracing everyday experiences as opportunities for deepening the soul's presence. It provides guidance on how to cultivate a meaningful life through the integration of spirituality, mythology, and psychology in daily practices and relationships.
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A New World
Whitley Strieber
The book explores the intersection of the paranormal, including alien encounters, with human consciousness and spirituality, drawing on Strieber's personal experiences. It also delves into the implications of these phenomena for understanding reality and our place within it, as interpreted by religious studies scholar Dr. Jeffrey Kripal.
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