DescriptionZen Buddhism emphasizes meditation as the means to study ourselves and understand who we truly are. The Mountains and Rivers Order of Zen Buddhism (MRO) was founded in 1980 by American Zen Master John Daido Loori, Roshi. The MRO is an organization of asso…
DescriptionBuddhism began with Gotama the Buddha in the sixth century BCE and has developed two chief forms: Theravada (or Hinayana) is found especially in Sri Lanka, Burma, and Thailand; Mahayana is found in Japan, China, Korea, and Indochina. Zen, a more recent form of Buddhism, is found throughout the world. Some believe Buddhism is not properly understood as a religion, though this presentation describes its religious qualities: a belief in transcendent reality, sacred scriptures, monastic life, and views on a future life and the goal of human existence. The Religion, Scriptures, and Spirituality series describes the beliefs, religious practices, and the spiritual and moral commitments of the world's great religious traditions. It also describes a religion's way of understanding scripture, identifies its outstanding thinkers, and discusses its attitude and relationship to society.
DescriptionIt has been scientifically proven that just a few minutes a day of quiet stress-reducing relaxation has positive effects that last the entire day. This audio is the perfect way to relax more deeply, and to relieve daily or chronic anxiety. It is filled with easy and effective methods that thousands of people have used to ease the demanding pace of their careers and their lives.
DescriptionIf you meditate - or if you've always wanted to meditate - this unique audio compendium is specifically designed to meet your needs and requirements. Each section has one specific guided meditation. No annoying introductions of interruptions! Beautifully written, with sensitive music backgrounds, this collection offers the perfect combination of meditations for you to create your own personal regimen. Whether you're an experienced or a beginning meditator, this program will help you achieve all the life-enhancing benefits of meditation.
DescriptionConfucius (551-479 BCE) taught a moral wisdom that would become a predominant social force in China from the second century BCE until the mid-20th century. Confucianism does not teach a central doctrine that a God or gods should be worshipped, but it does…
DescriptionThe traditional religion known as Shinto was present in Japan from prehistoric times, long before Buddhism and other traditions arrived from the Asian continent. Shrine Shinto, centered around local shrines and seasonal festivals, has greatly influenced J…
DescriptionWriting, according to Thomas Moore, is sacred practice. Though we often don't think of it in these terms, everything we write - whether a love letter or a shopping list - connects us to the classic tradition of logos, or word. Once a revered practice, guarded by monks in the sanctity of the scriptorium, writing continues to offer us all direct passage to the soul's innermost corridors. In this recording Moore - the best selling author of Care of the Soul - provides us with a new look at the writer's art as he discusses the historical, philosophical, and spiritual roots of writing, provides insights on journal writing, letter writing, and the writer's life, and explores reading and writing as contemplative disciplines.
DescriptionThese 13 guided meditations, based on the mystical poetry of Paramhansa Yogananda, are ideal for evoking deep spiritual awareness. Set to a background of well-known and inspiring classical music, Metaphysical Meditations draws listeners inward to the calm, joyful, expansive states of awareness that accompany deep meditation. All 13 selections are easy to follow and perfect for both beginning and experienced meditators. One of our most popular programs, this is a completely redesigned and remastered edition.
