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Whatever you bind on Earth...
When Jesus said to Peter "Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven..." (Matthew 16:29) he wasn't talking about a book being bound -- necessarily -- but he could have been -- because the result of that charge is bound in this book. Or, put it more accurately what Peter, the Apostles, and those that that succeeded them...what they decided under the infallible guidance of the Holy Spirit (John 16:13...he will lead you into ALL truth)...is documented in this book. This is what Jesus was talking about. And to think that for a few bucks, you can have your own indexed, hardbound, edition. That is perhaps not a miracle, but it's pretty incredible. If left stranded ona deserted island, this is the book you want...along with a Bible.

The authoritative source of what Catholics believe
While I grew up Protestant (Baptist) I didn't know that any Christian group had such a thing as a Catechism book, a book of their confession, or even by-laws. I thought all that was needed was the Bible (sola Scriptura). As a result all I learned about who the Catholics are and what they believe was from pastors with an anti-Catholic ax to grind, mis-informed or non-practicing Catholic classmates, and biased anti-Romish Protestant literature.
Lynyrd Skynyrd said "Does your conscience bother you? Tell the truth."
With 121 reviews, what possibly more could be said?
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Subjects:  1. Catechetics    2. Catechisms    3. Catechisms, English    4. Catholic Church    5. Christianity - Catechisms    6. Christianity - Ritual & Practice    7. Christianity - Theology - Catholic    8. Religion    9. Religion - Classic Works    10. Christian theology    11. Religion / Catechisms    12. Roman Catholicism, Roman Catholic Church   

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Revelation Unveiled
This excellent book gives us an orthodox Catholic insight into both the nature of the Mass and into the book of Revelation, or the Apocalypse. Using the Hebrew apocalyptic literary style that figures greatly into the Old Testament books of Daniel and Ezekiel, St John gives us an apocalyptic view of the end of an age, that of the destruction of the temple in Jerusalem and of the animal sacrifices of the ancient Hebrews. He does this by painting a panoramic picture of the demise of ancient Judaism and its successor, the early Christian Church.
Excellent explanation
This book offer a very nice and logical and easy to understand on the book of Revelation. This book should be subtitled : the Revelation for Dummies. Very entertaining and easy to read.

Buy this book
Ok I pray the everyone who takes the time to attend Mass on Sunday would read this.I pray that those who don't attend Mass would read this.I wish that anyone that felt the were attending Mass just because it was an obligation, have a ho-hum attitude or felt bored at Mass would READ THIS BOOK! If you thought that the Book of Revelations was put there to scare you this book will change you life. Dr. Hahn has done it again he has really made the Bible and the Mass come to life.I no longer go to Mass just going through the punches. You know, walk in five minutes before Mass, holy water, a quick lowering of the knee, songs, readings,... and off to breakfast. Ok I really tried to get my head into Sunday worship but I just did not get it.Now I can't get enough. You can even see me at daily Mass I love it so much.I didn't get the why from my parents, I didn't get the why from society, and sadly I didn't get the why from the church.Dr. Hahn has helped me to understand why we should all love going to Mass. Buy this book or even better get the DVD. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Bible    2. Bible - Commentaries - New Testament    3. Bible.    4. Celebration    5. Christianity - Catholicism    6. Christianity - Ritual & Practice    7. Christianity - Theology - Catholic    8. Christianity - Theology - Ecclesiology    9. Criticism, interpretation, etc    10. Ecclesiastical Theology    11. Mass    12. N.T    13. N.T.    14. Religion    15. Religion - Classic Works    16. Revelation    17. Christian theology    18. Religion / Catholicism    19. Religious rites & ceremonies    20. Roman Catholicism, Roman Catholic Church   

Subjects:  1. Christianity - Christian Life - General    2. Christianity - Ritual & Practice    3. General    4. Religion    5. Religion - Inspirational/Spirituality    6. Religion - Socialissues    7. Spirituality - General    8. Roman Catholicism, Roman Catholic Church   

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A GOD OF LOVE?
After reading this book you will either rejoice because you are "saved" and get to miss Hell, or in denial of this awful place, or frightened into seeing what you can do to avoid it. However, some questions need addressing. Would it be better for the human race to stop having children and become extinct rather than risk a loved one winding up in Hell? Are all the people who have had the bad luck to be born Jewish, or Hindu, or Muslim, and aren't smart enough to embrace Jesus as Lord and Messiah, damned to this terrible place? If all non-Christians are going to Hell, does this mean that the victims of the Holocaust are all in Hell? Why was Hitler stopped if most of these people would wind up in a lake of fire anyway? When you go to a funeral, and the person wasn't a Christian, why doesn't the minister or pastor remind the family that their loved, deceased, relative is rotting in the lake of fire and that's the way it goes for all unbelievers and tough luck? Are any of Baxter's loved ones in Hell? does she give a hoot? PEACE IN CHRIST

Great Book
This is a great book that has many inspirational and wonderful insights of heaven and hell. My advise read very careful and alone. If you could experience reading the book of Revelation then this is not bad for you to read!

In Response to J. Hagg "Wholly His"
I don't think Satan would want you to know how bad hell is.Seriously doubt if he would help the author describe it and keep people away.Just a thought.
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Subjects:  1. Baxter, Mary K    2. Christianity    3. Hell    4. Mysticism    5. Private revelations    6. Religion    7. Religion - Charismatic / Pentecostal    8. Christian theology   

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In 1941, a brilliant, good-looking young man decided to give up a promising literary career in New York to enter a monastery in Kentucky, from where he proceeded to become one of the most influential writers of this century. Talk about losing your life in order to find it. Thomas Merton's first book, Read more

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The Call of the Wild
This story of youthful conversion strangely remains the most famous of Merton books, and is usually called a "classic spiritual autobiography"though it is really neither.Which is not to say it lacks value; it is evident that decades after publication it retains its original power for many.Doubtless its status owes a lot to its partial inarticulateness, and the obvious youth of its subject.Others at about the same stage of life may justly understand it and prize those qualities, and gloss over its faults. It has a certain unabashed personal quality that cannot be faked.
Rich in detail and compelling in plot, Thomas Merton's life makes for a stellar read.
Upon reading the spiritual autobiography of Thomas Merton, the immediate details of his life that boldly jutted out and painted the overall portrait of the man was his controlled yet cyclonic whirlwind of pell-mell inconsistency and the overall amorphousness of his ever evolving life up into manhood.
Interesting, inspiring, & thoughtful
I'm not a Catholic and knew nothing of Thomas Merton, but came across this book by following links of "customers who bought this, also bought..." and by reading Amazon reviews.I was not disappointed.Reading like a novel at times, this book is an autobiography of a faith.I was very impressed with the author's search for a faith, his many trials and searches in the wrong place, and his determination to find somthing "bigger than himself."This book written over 50 years ago is dated in ways by theology and politics that seem out of place now; however, the overall impact of Merton's search is well worth the effort to read.This book is for someone who is searching for a deep quiet faith -- one that is found through searching, reading, praying and worshiping quietly and individually.
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Subjects:  1. 1915-1968    2. Biography    3. Biography & Autobiography    4. Biography / Autobiography    5. Christianity - Catholicism    6. Inspirational - Catholic    7. Merton, Thomas,    8. Monasticism    9. Religion    10. Religious    11. Trappists    12. United States   

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Born In William Wallace's Blood
If you enjoyed the movie Braveheart (the 1997 film epic based on the life of Sir. William Wallace, perhaps Scotland's greatest hero and most significant historical figure) you'll enjoy the first part of this book. William Wallace and Scotland's 13th century Peasant's Rebellion is the stuff of great legend, and John J. Robinson's Born in Blood (as well as Braveheart)immortalizes the legend and the man.
A fascinating book
This is a fascinating and well researched book - not only on the subject of the Freemasons, but also on the evolution of government from the feudal system into modern democracy. Author John J. Robinson (a non-mason), provides an un-biased history of the Freemasons and those who have sought to oppress or slander them throughout the centuries.

Second part is better
The book is a bit of a tough read during the first half, which discusses the Knights Templar.Great info, but a challenge to read without wanting to skip a page or two every now and then.The second half regarding the Freemansons is very interesting and eye opening.I would by the book alone for the Fremason section. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Freemasonry    2. Freemasons    3. General    4. Great Britain    5. History    6. History - General History    7. Religious Cults    8. Rituals    9. Social Science    10. Sociology    11. Templars    12. Freemasonry & secret societies    13. History / General   

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Young Children and Worship
Young Children and Worship is an inspiring way to draw young children into the stories of scripture, the stories of God, enabling them to worship, interact with God, and ponder who He is. The form is a simplified version of the traditional order of worship emphasizing quiet, beauty and awe. After the introductory chapters most of the book tells you how to present specific stories. The focus in this book is on basic stories that tie into the church year and traditional worship. I found it very inspiring, whatever your worship tradition.

Kids love it - and so do I
Jerome Berryman and Sonja Stewart offer a reverence for telling Bible stories that is unmatched by other curriculum with which I am familiar.I attended a workshop with him 15 years ago, and have used this style of teaching off and on since then.I am working with a new church development, and our kids are loving Sunday school.I like that we don't have to spend a lot of money, and can expand and contract as needed without having to buy a lot of expensive "take home" flyers that end up in the trash.Our kids are learning the Bible - how exciting is that!

Wonderful Resource with All Patterns and Instructions!
I have this book and the newer Godly play books.Young Children and Worship has been more useful to my small team because it includes the patterns and instructions needed to make the presentation materials for each story.(The Godly Play books simply direct you to use a set, presumably purchased online from Godly Play Resources).We are on a budget and have been able to use inexpensive materials (candles, construction paper, felt, cardboard, etc.)to make many presentations as we work on making some wooden sets. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's sermons    2. Christianity - Education - General    3. Christianity - Ritual & Practice    4. Religion    5. Religion - Church Music    6. Religious Education Of Children    7. Worship    8. Worship (Religious education)    9. Children    10. Christian religious instruction    11. Religious groups   

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By a recent count, the continent of Africa comprises some 1,300 cultures. Some of them number millions of people, some only a few families; some are thriving, while others are in danger of disappearing, the victims of acculturation or, in extreme cases, of genocide. This diversity--and the dangers to it--is little known outside Africa. PhotographersCarol Beckwith andAngela Fisher highlight both matters in Read more

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Book is good, but the supplement CD is...
There is no-doubt about the photos are more than good.
See it before it disappears
A beautiful look at cultural conventions that may soon be relegated to the quaint and unusual.

BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE
HOW CAN ANYONE SAY THAT THESE CULTURES DON'T EXIST ANYMORE, OR THIS IS AN AFRICA THAT NO LONGER EXISTS. THEY TOOK THESE PICTURESWITHIN THE LAST 10 YEARS.. DIDN'T THEY ? DUH ?EVERYONE KNOWS THERE IS A COMMON EVERYDAY AFRICA.. GOING TO WORK GENERAL LIVING ( JUST LIKE US HERE IN AMERICA FOLKS) BUT STILL THERE IS AFRICAN TRIBAL SPLENDOR. JUST LIKE IN AMERICA INDIAN'S GET TOGETHER FOR TRIBAL POW WOWS. THEY STILL EXIST TOO. THE PICTURES IN THIS BOOK ARE SHOCKINGLY GORGEOUS...AFRICAN PEOPLE STUNNINGLY BEAUTIFUL. PLEASE! THE MEN ARE HANDSOME, THE WOMEN WONDEROUS. IT JUST MAKES ME WONDER WHY THE EUROPEAN STANDARD, HAS ALWAYS BEEN THE "STANDARD" OF BEAUTY. THIS REVUE MAY SOUND SHALLOW, BUT IF YOUR INTO THE HUMAN HAS ART FORM ...BUY THIS BOOK!! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Africa    2. Africa - General    3. Anthropology - Cultural    4. Customs & Traditions    5. Initiation rites    6. Marriage customs and rites    7. Photo Essays    8. Photography    9. Photojournalism    10. Rites and ceremonies    11. Ritual    12. Sociology    13. African studies    14. Anthropology    15. Customs & folklore    16. Photographs: collections    17. Religion / Ethnic & Tribal    18. Religious rites & ceremonies   

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A light-hearted, yet thoroughly informative text on Freemasonry
Having read many texts on this subject this one does a commendable job filtering out the less than useful volumes of information on the workings of Freemasonry. It covers a broad range of areas from history, myths, symbolism and personal experiences. It include information on how to join, what to expect and where Freemasonry is heading.
Reader beware
Would have been a better book if the author had stuck to the subject of Freemasonry instead of spreading misinformation about the OTO.The author does a disservice to the reader who might not know any better, as well to the many fine Masons who enjoy membership in both Freemasonry and the OTO.Perhaps if he had spoken to one of these Brothers some of his misconceptions might have been corrected and I would encourage the Brother to consider interviewing a few Masons who are also OTO members for any subsequent editions or other books so that information is more factual and less sensationalized.

A lot of answers at your fingertips, but not much esotericism
As a petitioner for initiation into the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, I've found myself scouring the Internet with question after question. What is the history of Freemasonry? What is the relationship of Freemasonry to religion and to politics? Does Freemasonry have roots in the Rosicrucians or Knights Templar or ancient mystery cults? Finally, in this book, I found an enjoyable, accessible compendium of answers to most of these questions.
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Pleased with the Basics
I sincerely appreciated the authenticity of Rory and his commitment to holding true to a strong set of core values.While his task of leading talented people requires give and take and some degree of "tolerance", Rory was encouraging leaders not to sacrifice on core matters just to hold on to talented people.Often times the best action for a person who has lost site of his/her talent and value is the shock of realizing life is full of performers who need a reality check.

Heart of the Artist, The
I am using this book as a study tool for my Christian contemporary worship band.We have all found it very useful in identifying character issues that confront musicians and singers of all levels of ability.The book addresses those issues from a Judeo-Christian perspective.I highly recommend it.

Dr. Phil for the Christian artist
I really don't want to go negative on this book, however...some folks reading this will use it as a crutch to explain away subjects like...
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Subjects:  1. Artists    2. Christian life    3. Christianity - Pastoral Counseling    4. Christianity - Pastoral Ministry    5. Christianity - Ritual & Practice    6. Church musicians    7. Religion    8. Religion - Worship - Music    9. Religious - Hymns    10. Religious life    11. Christian Interest    12. Christian spiritual & Church leaders    13. Religion / Christian Education   

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If author Mary Roach was a college professor, she'd have a zero drop-out rate. That's because when Roach tackles a subject--like the posthumous human body in her previous bestseller, Read more

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Spook Is Superb Science
If Woody Allen were to write a science book, this would be it.Mary Roach utilizes her enormous wit to make her sometimes highly technical investigations fascinating and fun.She admits to being a skeptic, but suspends disbelief as she investigates the supernatural world.She is enormously fair.She readily admits that the skeptics may be right "but they are no fun to go to the graveyard with."So she maintains that spirit of wonder as she exacts the high standard of proof that science demands.If you are looking for validation that ghosts, without a doubt, are watching you sleep, she will not provide that certainty.But she will tell you about the sometimes ingenius ways that spiritualists and paranormal specialists are going about trying to prove it.So her book is somewhat like Lewis Thomas' NOTES OF A BIOLOGY WATCHER in that you get a layman's education on how the soul has been searched for.You get Woody Allen's wit and Carl Sagan's concern for unbiased evidence as you travel through this fascinating culture of afterlife specialists who just may, in the end, be privy to dimensions the rest of us cannot see.

Boring - Avoid this Book!
I love ghost stories and stories of the 'beyond' and all that those categories entail.That said, I hate this book.Mary Roach has the authorial voice of a 12 year old.I read the first chapter thinking, 'wow, this book might as well have been edited by a middle school yearbook writer.'There are a plethora of books on the market dealing with this subject matter.Pick any of them.Leave Mary Roach on the bookshelf.

Science writer researches the afterlife
Spook: Science Tackles the Afterlife. Mary Roach
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Subjects:  1. Earth Sciences - General    2. Future life    3. General    4. New Age / Body, Mind & Spirit    5. Reincarnation    6. Religion and science    7. Science    8. Science/Mathematics    9. Scientology    10. Supernatural    11. Science / General    12. Unexplained phenomena   

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Changed my life!!!!!!!!
Fantastic book.His research changed my life.
Awesome read and very helpful self improvement text!
I found this book incredibly helpful in explaining what was going on with me and how to improve myself. I read the book and then did some of the techniques and WOW, they work and I love it.
A truly new way to be happy
Hubbard introcuces the concept of the "Reactive Mind" and sure enought you are better off without it. Dianetics shows you how, and allows you to become much less effect of your subconscious and be 'at cause' in your life. Strong recommendation. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Alternate Spirituality    2. Applied Psychology    3. Dianetics    4. Personal Growth - Happiness    5. Psychology    6. Religion / Scientology    7. Scientology    8. Church of Scientology    9. Hubbard, L. Ron    10. Religion   

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A Guide on Your Spiritual Journey
In "Sacred Rhythms," author and spiritual director, Ruth Haley Barton, has skillfully added to the growing literature in the field. Her personal writing style is a breath of fresh air compared to similar books that at times feel a tad too "spiritualized" and other-worldly.
It's Great If You Already Own...
Unfortunately, the best that I can say of this book is that it should only be purchased after Richard Foster's Celebration of Discipline. His treatment is still, by far, the best and most comprehensive material on these matters.
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The experiences in this book hold up to scripture
This book, although offspring of the more popular "Divine Revelation of Hell" does have an excellent description of heaven.None of it sounded alarms to me while reading it.As with all books, ask the Holy Spirit to help you discern truth and lie.

Great Book
This book will blow your mind of the wonderful things that happens in heaven. She use a lot of scriptures to relate to the things she seen in heaven. I believe that this book was trulyinspired by God.

Is Baxter telling the truth? NO!
She is a LIAR!
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Subjects:  1. Baxter, Mary K    2. Christianity    3. General    4. Heaven    5. Mysticism    6. Private revelations    7. Religion    8. Religion - Inspirational/Spirituality   

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Did we just throw prose out the window?
I know that David Crowder is a popular musician and a fairly decent one at that.Yet who was it that thought this man could write?Honestly, after the first ten sentence fragments I gave up.Am I the only one who finds this book entirely unreadable?Does this man have an editor?Or are the numerous grammatical errors supposed to make this 'post-modern'?I have a thousand more questions like these, but I will spare you.While I have respect for the music of the author I just cannot believe that a book this poorly written could have been published by any respectable publishing company.I can't even speak for the content as I was so put off by the lack of basic writing skills of that author that I was unable to finish any of the chapters I started.Do yourself a favor.Go read some Thomas Merton or Kathleen Norris instead.

Refreshing departure from typical Christian literature
Be aware though, this book might not be what you think. While the first quarter of it is a spiritual contemplation on the nature of God and existence, the remainder is purely an examination of the Psalms.
Fun to read and good insights
If you have a busy life, this book can bring you laughters during your breaks, not only that, it will inspire you to reshape your view of worshiping God. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Bible    2. Bible.    3. Christianity - Education - Children & Youth    4. Christianity - General    5. Christianity - Ritual & Practice    6. Meditations    7. O.T    8. O.T.    9. Praise of God    10. Psalms    11. Religion    12. Religion - Youth Issues    13. Spirituality - General   

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We need to know.
1. The world needs to know how much of the material in this book is true.
There are NO coincedences.
After you finish reading this book you will come to the same conclusion that I have.THERE ARE NO COINCEDENCES.Decade after decade the same people and organizations always seem to "pop" up in major world events.This is not by chance my friends.Read your bible.Don't take Jim Marrs's word as gosple either, research some of this stuff yourself to verify the contents of the book.Second best book he has written!

MUST READ FORINTELLECTUALS ONLY
Comprehensive review of history and current events. The linking of modern history to the ancient wars and the struggle over ancient knowledge is unequalled. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Conspiracy & Scandal Investigations    2. Freemasonry    3. History    4. History: World    5. International Relations - General    6. Modern - General    7. Politics / Current Events    8. World - General    9. Controversial Knowledge & Mysteries    10. Freemasonry & secret societies   

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Excellent on the Basics
I received my copy from our Grand Master.I immediately read it and enjoyed it greatly.My only complaint was that some of the book repeated itself and was a bit basic.But, it is a great place to start oneself on the path further light in Masonry.

Wealth of knowledge
Complete Idiot's Guide to Freemasonry is for everyone that wants to know or even think that they know what freemasonry is about.

The BEST book on Freemasonry
Dr. Morris has done the world of Freemasonry a great service by writing this book and, through his erudition and scholarship, he has also advanced the cause of knowledge and learning generally, for which everyone ought to be thankful. This is by far the BEST, one volume reference book on Freemasonry published to date. It is an excellent, all purpose book. It covers all aspect of American and international Freemasonry, it discusses, history, rituals, anti-Masonry, and even includes a photo section classifying and explaining a wide assortment of Masonic symbols, emblems, and regalia. Perfect for the non-Mason who wants to know "what's really going on," perfect for the new Master Mason seeking more light, and equally perfect for longtime members of the Craft who have forgotten more than they knew, and wish to have a handy, easy to read but astonishingly thorough book on hand. Thank you, Brent Morris, for this superbly done book. Highly recommended to all! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Freemasonry    2. General    3. History - General History    4. Social Science    5. Sociology    6. Sociology Of Organizations    7. Freemasonry & secret societies    8. History / Reference    9. Social history   

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Older Editions are Better
I currently have a 1979 version of this book; however, it is published by the International Headquarters Sufi Movement, Geneva, and not by the Shambhala. I must say that I am a little shocked that the current version being offered to the public does not have the same content (as described by the table of contents) as the 1979 version. My version has "The way of illumination", "The Inner life", "The Soul, Whence and Whither", and "The Purpose of Life". Now, the publishers at/of Shambhala, for whatever reason, thought that they were justified to change things up a bit or a lot by changing the titles of the contents(I can not even imagine why it would be necessary), rearranging the contents, and even omitting content in it's original version. In any event, I find this terribly unsettling. At any rate, if it is possible to get an older version, then do so. Anything written by Hazrat Inayat