Download or read book The Ideology of Ritual written by Frank H. Gorman, Jr. and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 1990-05-01 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For the Priestly writers, ritual was a fundamental form of theological reflection. This study analyses the conceptual categories of space, time and status in an effort to clarify the larger cultural and conceptual categories operative in the Priestly ritual system. Drawing on interpretative models derived from cultural anthropology, the author argues that Priestly creation theology forms a necessary context for understanding the Priestly rituals.
Download or read book The Interweaving of Rituals written by Nicolas Standaert and published by University of Washington Press. This book was released on 2011-07-01 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The death of the Italian Jesuit Matteo Ricci in China in 1610 was the occasion for demonstrations of European rituals appropriate for a Catholic priest and also of Chinese rituals appropriate to the country hosting the Jesuit community. Rather than burying Ricci immediately in a plain coffin near the church, according to their European practice, the Jesuits followed Chinese custom and kept Ricci's body for nearly a year in an air-tight Chinese-style coffin and asked the emperor for burial ground outside the city walls. Moreover, at Ricci's funeral itself, on their own initiative the Chinese performed their funerary rituals, thus starting a long and complex cultural dialogue in which they took the lead during the next century. The Interweaving of Rituals explores the role of ritual - specifically rites related to death and funerals - in cross-cultural exchange, demonstrating a gradual interweaving of Chinese and European ritual practices at all levels of interaction in seventeenth-century China. This includes the interplay of traditional and new rituals by a Christian community of commoners, the grafting of Christian funerals onto established Chinese practices, and the sponsorship of funeral processions for Jesuit officials by the emperor. Through careful observation of the details of funerary practice, Nicolas Standaert illustrates the mechanics of two-way cultural interaction. His thoughtful analysis of the ritual exchange between two very different cultural traditions is especially relevant in today's world of global ethnic and religious tension. His insights will be of interest to a broad range of scholars, from historians to anthropologists to theologians.
Download or read book Introduction to the Seven Rays written by Kurt Abraham and published by Lampus Press. This book was released on 1986 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book QUIMBANDA MAGIC SPELLS THE SECRETS OF AFRO BRAZILIAN SPIRITUALISM THE SEVENTH KINGDOM OF THE BEACHES No 7 written by CARLOS ANTONIO DE BOURBON-GALDIANO-MONTENEGRO and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2012-05-11 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: QUIMBANDA MAGIC SPELLS, THE SECRETS OF AFRO-BRAZILIAN SPIRITUALISM, THE SEVENTH KINGDOM OF THE BEACHES, No.7. Spells of Aura Enhancement & Spiritual Cleansing
Download or read book SPIRITUAL CLEANSINGS POWERFUL SPELLS and RITUALS of BRAZILIAN QUIMBANDA written by Carlo. . . de Bourbon-Galdiano-Montenegro and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2011-09 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The best part about casting Brazilian Quimbanda magical spells and cleansing rituals is that they work very fast. All of the following Brazilian Quimbanda spells and cleansing rituals are real and authentic. I have personally used all of them over the past years in my spiritual practice of traditional Brazilian Quimbanda with much success. All of the following spells and cleansing rituals should be followed exactly as they are presented here in this book if you want to see fast magical results and success. The following book was written to introduce interested individuals and religious practitioners from all magical traditions to explore and to experience the supernatural power and strength of Brazilian Quimbanda. I hope that you enjoy them as I have over the past years of working with the spirits and deities of the sacred Seven Quimbanda Kingdoms.
Download or read book The Seventh Ray Revealer of the New Age written by Alice A. Bailey and published by Lucis Publishing Companies. This book was released on 1995-05-14 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today two rays of great potency are functioning simultaneously. The Sixth Ray of Idealism and Devotion is slowly passing out and the Seventh Ray of Ceremonial Order or Ritual is coming into manifestation. This is bringing about a situation which is described in ancient archives in the following terms: “A time of rending, when the mountains which have sheltered, fall from their high places and the voices of men are lost in the crash and thunder of the fall.” Such periods come only rarely, and each time they come a peculiarly significant period of divine activity is ushered in: old things pass away, yet the ancient landmarks are restored.
Download or read book The Seven Rays of Life written by Alice A. Bailey and published by Lucis Publishing Companies. This book was released on 1995 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The teaching on the seven rays can enable all true servers to work with greater skill and effectiveness in their chosen field of activity. As Alice Bailey wrote, a study of the rays will mean that “...we shall have a practical method of analysis whereby we can arrive at a right understanding of ourselves as ensouling entities, and at a wiser comprehension of our fellow men We can then deal more intelligently with ourselves, with our children and with our friends and associates. We shall find ourselves able to co-operate more wisely with the Plan as it is seeking expression at any particular time”.
Download or read book SPIRITUAL WARFARE BRAZILIAN QUIMBANDA SPELLS RITUALS TO DEFEAT YOUR ENEMIES AND TO WIN EVERYTIME written by CARLOS ANTONIO DE BOURBON-GALDIANO-MONTENEGRO and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2011-09 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The best part about spiritual war is "revenge". All of the following Brazilian Quimbanda spells and rituals are real and authentic. I have personally used all of them over the past years to defeat and triumph over my occult enemies. All of the following spells and rituals should be followed exactly as they are presented here in this book if you want to see fast magical results and success. I hope that you enjoy them as I have over the past years of working in the world of Brazilian black magic in the "world of colored darkness". Lately, I have received a number of requests asking for help and guidance in relation to psychic or spiritual attacks. When I start to receive multiple requests on the same subject, it is time to write up what I know so that I can, I hope, help as many people as possible.
Download or read book BRAZILIAN QUIMBANDA SPELLS RITUALS TO DEFEAT YOUR ENEMIES AND TO WIN EVERYTIME written by CARLOS ANTONIO DE BOURBON-GALDIANO-MONTENEGRO and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Seven Types of Spirit Guide written by Yamile Yemoonyah and published by Hay House, Inc. This book was released on 2020-10-13 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the different types of spirit guides, how to communicate and work with them and how they can help you in every facet of life. Connect with your personal team of spirit guides, and draw on their ancient wisdom and healing to overcome challenges, unlock success and achieve your dreams. The Seven Types of Spirit Guide is the first-ever exploration of the cosmic helpers who have communicated with everyday people across cultures and throughout human history. Spirit guides take many forms, and in this book spirit guide medium Yamile Yemoonyah will introduce you to each of the seven types: angels, ancestors, nature spirits, star beings, animal spirits, ascended masters and deities. Each has specific characteristics, gifts and challenges, and you'll learn the unique reasons your spirit guides are here to support you on your personal path. Featuring an extensive quiz to help you discover which types of spirit guide, or guides, you have, and practical advice on identifying and communicating with them, this refreshing and inclusive companion will help you to further your spiritual development, manifest your dreams and live your purpose.
Download or read book SPIRITUAL WARFARE QUIMBANDA SPELLS RITUALS TO DEFEAT THE ENEMY written by CARLOS MONTENEGRO and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2012-05-26 with total page 101 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The best part about spiritual war is "revenge". All of the following Afro-Brazilian Quimbanda spells and rituals in this book are real and authentic. I have personally used all of them over the past years to defeat and triumph over my occult enemies. All of the following spells and rituals should be followed exactly as they are presented here in this book if you want to see fast magical results and success. I hope that you enjoy them as much as I have over the past years of working in the world of Afro-Brazilian black magic in the "world of colored darkness". This book will help and guidance you in relation to psychic or spiritual attacks.
Download or read book Seven Spheres written by Rufus Opus and published by . This book was released on 2016-03-17 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seven Spheres by Rufus Opus Seven Spheres is more than a simple book of traditional Hermetic Magic. It is designed to be a series of rituals that function on many levels to take an average ordinary magician and turn them into a self-actualized powerhouse of proactive reality engineering. It's entirely about attaining initiation and empowerment in the highest levels of un-manifest reality. These experiences and rites result in the release of a floodgate of power that pour down through the layers of progressive manifestation, building up awareness, understanding, and ultimately raw potential as you move from sphere to sphere through the rites, ultimately culminating in the anointing of the magician as Priest-King directing the forces that climax in your personal daily experience of the Joy of your life. This book isn't about physical or spiritual mastery, it is entirely about understanding that you, personally, are beloved, honored, blessed, and highly favored of every intelligence, spirit, angel, and god of every sphere. This is about understanding who you are and what you can accomplish as a human being manifest upon the surface of the Earth. Spiritual enlightenment and material mastery will be yours, if you do the work described. "There are few in the field today that have both technical expertise and a genuine love of the spirits. A man who is as on-fire with the Holy Spirit as a tent-revival preacher, but who can make complex evocation instruction as clear as your ABC's. Rufus Opus is that kind of Priest-Magician. For years he has been making laying down his brand of hermetic magic with style and sass on his blog and in his courses. Now with this book, he will be blowing open the gates for an even wider audience." -Jason Miller, author of Sex, Sorcery, and Spirit "Rufus Opus is a frequent speaker and panelist at Crucible convention that features active magical leaders from known and exotic paradigms. He has shown a great ability to add a combustive dynamic to his life through his own personal workings." -Arthur Moyer, Omnimancer, host of Crucible Convention "Rufus is a well-educated and experienced occultist who firmly knows and strongly communicates his field without scaring or dumbing down for an audience. He is one of my go to authors for collected works on the topic." -Andrei Freeman Note: This book is a stand-alone series of rites that can empower you and change your life if you do the magical rites as described in the book. However, it is also intended to be a textbook for a series of courses provided by Rufus Opus. If you are interested in additional training and more useful information, please contact Rufus at [email protected].
Download or read book Proceedings of the Seventh Annual International Conference on Shi i Studies written by Zoheir Ali Esmail and published by ICAS Press. This book was released on 2023-01-01 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Annual International Conference on Shi‘i Studies is organised by the Research and Publications Department of The Islamic College, London. The conference aims to provide a broad platform for scholars working in the field of Shi‘i Studies to present their latest research and explore diverse opinions on Shi‘i thought, practice, and heritage. This book comprises a selection of papers from the seventh conference held on 14 May 2022.
Download or read book The Seven Jewels of Reiki written by Michael Fuchs and published by Lotus Press. This book was released on with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Seven Jewels of Reiki reveals the seven core elements of the Japanese healing art of Usui Reiki Ryoho and the foundations of the Butterfly Reiki System. Using relatable examples in a friendly, engaging voice, the author shares the benefits of these transformative energies and offers guidance for anyone wishing to discover their secrets. This book is a valuable resource for Reiki students and instructors alike.
Download or read book Ritual and Mythology of the Chinese Triads written by Barend ter Haar and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2021-08-30 with total page 533 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The extensive ritual and mythological lore of the Chinese Triads form the scope of this new paperback title in Brill’s Scholars’ List. The author critically evaluates the extant sources and offers a wealth of contextual information. The core of the book is formed by a close reading of the initiation ritual, including the burning of incense, the altar, the enactment of a journey of life and death, and the blood covenant. Different narrative structures are also presented. These include the messianic demonological paradigm, political legitimation, and the foundation of myth. Triad lore is placed in its own religious and cultural context, allowing radically new conclusions about its origins, meanings and functions. This book is of special interest to social historians, anthropologists, and students of Chinese religious culture.
Download or read book The Making of a Savior Bodhisattva written by Shi Zhiru and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 2007-08-14 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In modern Chinese Buddhism, Dizang is especially popular as the sovereign of the underworld. Often represented as a monk wearing a royal crown, Dizang helps the deceased faithful navigate the complex underworld bureaucracy, avert the punitive terrors of hell, and arrive at the happy realm of rebirth. The author is concerned with the formative period of this important Buddhist deity, before his underworldly aspect eclipses his connections to other religious expressions and at a time when the art, mythology, practices, and texts of his cult were still replete with possibilities. She begins by problematizing the reigning model of Dizang, one that proposes an evolution of gradual sinicization and increasing vulgarization of a relatively unknown Indian bodhisattva, Ksitigarbha, into a Chinese deity of the underworld. Such a model, the author argues, obscures the many-faceted personality and iconography of Dizang. Rejecting it, she deploys a broad array of materials (art, epigraphy, ritual texts, scripture, and narrative literature) to recomplexify Dizang and restore (as much as possible from the fragmented historical sources) what this figure meant to Chinese Buddhists from the sixth to tenth centuries. Rather than privilege any one genre of evidence, the author treats both material artifacts and literary works, canonical and noncanonical sources. Adopting an archaeological approach, she excavates motifs from and finds resonances across disparate genres to paint a vibrant, detailed picture of the medieval Dizang cult. Through her analysis, the cult, far from being an isolated phenomenon, is revealed as integrally woven into the entire fabric of Chinese Buddhism, functioning as a kaleidoscopic lens encompassing a multivalent religio-cultural assimilation that resists the usual bifurcation of doctrine and practice or "elite" and "popular" religion. The Making of a Savior Bodhisattva presents a fascinating wealth of material on the personality, iconography, and lore associated with the medieval Dizang. It elucidates the complex cultural, religious, and social forces shaping the florescence of this savior cult in Tang China while simultaneously addressing several broader theoretical issues that have preoccupied the field. Zhiru not only questions the use of sinicization as a lens through which to view Chinese Buddhist history, she also brings both canonical and noncanonical literature into dialogue with a body of archaeological remains that has been ignored in the study of East Asian Buddhism.
Download or read book Incubation as a Type Scene in the Aqhatu Kirta and Hannah Stories written by Koowon Kim and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2011-05-10 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prior studies of incubation have approached it from a history of religions perspective, with a view to historically reconstruct the actual practice of incubation in ancient Near East. However, this approach has proven unfruitful, not due to the dearth of relevant data, but because of the confusion with regard to the definition of the term incubation. Suggesting a way out of this impasse in previous scholarship, this book proposes to read the so-called “incubation” texts from the perspective of incubation as a literary device, namely, as a type-scene. It applies Nagler’s definition of a type-scene to a literary analysis of two Ugaritic mythical texts, the Aqhatu and Kirta stories, and one biblical story, the Hannah story.
