Nature As Spiritual Practice
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A Field Guide To Nature As Spiritual Practice
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Author : Steven Chase
language : en
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Release Date : 2011-05-17
A Field Guide To Nature As Spiritual Practice written by Steven Chase and has been published by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-05-17 with Religion categories.
Steven Chase s innovative On Earth As it Is uses a compelling blend of theological, scriptural, historical, and cultural discussions to reclaim the role of nature in the formation of Christian spiritual and moral identity. His thought-provoking creation practices will lead readers into more profound knowledge of themselves and their Creator, guide them to greater compassion for their neighbors, instill in them reverence for and companionship with nature, and awaken in them a greater commitment to creation care. · Encourages Christians to read the Bible, pray, and worship out of doors. · Demonstrates the power of nature to soothe and heal the soul. · Advocates befriending God s creation as a crucial element in Christian growth. · Show how the Bible is full of natural images and how nature itself can function as a holy text, testifying to the glory of God. Offers stories, anecdotes, research, scriptural tie-ins, practical advice, and contemplative exercises to help readers experience God in nature.
Nature As Spiritual Practice
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Author : Steven Chase
language : en
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Release Date : 2011-05-17
Nature As Spiritual Practice written by Steven Chase and has been published by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-05-17 with Religion categories.
Chase's innovative work uses a compelling blend of theological, scriptural, historical, and cultural discussions to reclaim the role of nature in the formation of Christian spiritual and moral identity.
Ecomysticism
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Author : Carl von Essen
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2010-10-19
Ecomysticism written by Carl von Essen and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-10-19 with Nature categories.
Explores the philosophy, science, and spirituality of nature mysticism and its Green calling • Offers a solid bridge between spiritual practice and environmental activism • Reveals how we can heal the environment by renewing our connection to it • Shows how spiritual encounters in nature are healing the Nature Deficit Disorder of our psyches and bodies Many have been struck by a majestic moment in nature--a sole illuminated flower in a shady grove, an owl swooping silently across a wooded path, or an infinitely starry sky--and found themselves in a state of expanded awareness so profound they can feel the interconnectedness of all life. These trance-like moments of clarity, unity, and wonder often incite a call to protect and preserve the earth--to support Nature as she supports us. Termed “nature mysticism,” people from all cultures have described such experiences. However, the ever-increasing urbanization of the world’s population is threatening this ancient connection as well as the earth itself. In Ecomysticism, Carl von Essen explores nature mysticism through the recorded experiences of outdoor enthusiasts as well as scientific studies in biology, psychology, and neuroscience. Citing consciousness scholar William James and a variety of well-known nature lovers such as Ansel Adams, Henry David Thoreau, and Ralph Waldo Emerson, von Essen shows how the spiritual transcendence from an encounter in nature--like other mystical experiences--is healing the Nature Deficit Disorder of our psyches and bodies, leading to an expansion of our worldview and a clearer understanding of our self and of our natural world. Offering a solid bridge between spiritual practice and environmental activism, von Essen’s spiritual ecology reveals how only through a renewal of humanity’s spiritual connection to nature can we effect true environmental healing.
Sky Above Earth Below
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Author : John P. Milton
language : en
Publisher: Sentient+ORM
Release Date : 2006-10-02
Sky Above Earth Below written by John P. Milton and has been published by Sentient+ORM this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-10-02 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
A renowned spiritual teacher guides you on a sacred passage into the temple of nature in this simple yet profound meditation guide. Since the 1940's, meditation master and vision-quest leader John P. Milton has led over 10,000 vision quests into the wilds of Colorado, the Himalayas, Bali, the Arctic, Mexico, and other powerful sites around the world. Now this pathfinder guides readers back to the wilderness within themselves, to discover how they are connected to the vast and wondrous mystery of nature. In Sky Above, Earth Below, Milton shares his Twelve Principles of Natural Liberation, then walks readers through the practice of relaxation, presence, cultivating universal energy, and more. “Written out of boundless reverence for the Earth and life itself, [Milton] transfers the wisdom of Taoism into simple terms accessible to all readers regardless of personal background” (Midwest Book Review).
The Earth Spirit Path
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Author : Solstice
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2023-10-25
The Earth Spirit Path written by Solstice and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-10-25 with categories.
The Earth Spirit Path is a spiritual practice that affirms our interconnectedness with nature. It looks to the Earth for wisdom and guidance as it helps us reconnect with our planet's sentient life web as well as the larger, living universe that surrounds us. This spiritual practice looks first to our local lands and ecosystems for guidance, and beyond these, to the Spirit of the Stars, Sun, Moon, and Earth. With these guides, we immerse ourselves in nature and its seasons. This journey of homecoming offers the simplicity of structure while remaining flexible and easily adapted to any lifestyle. The Earth Spirit Path is a timely book that outlines nature-based practices and explores how they can help us navigate the many issues of our modern world. It offers practical and approachable ways to feel more grounded as we explore ways to incorporate sustainability and wellness into our daily routines.
Spirit And Nature
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Author : Timothy Hessel-Robinson
language : en
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Release Date : 2011-08-01
Spirit And Nature written by Timothy Hessel-Robinson and has been published by Wipf and Stock Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-08-01 with Religion categories.
Spirit and Nature is a collection of essays exploring how the resources of Christian spirituality can inform the practice of a more ecologically sustainable faith. Our current ecological situation calls for people of religious faith to reexamine the way they envision the practice of spirituality. As environmental ethicists have called us to reconsider the human-Earth relationship so that the planet is not seen as simply an endless supply of resources to fill human wants and needs, so these essays call us to reconsider spiritual practice as it relates to Earth's ecology. Rather than viewing spirituality as an escape from the material world, the authors describe the embodiment of the God-quest within the human-nature relationship. Drawing on diverse disciplinary perspectives, these essays examine a variety of topics, including the relationship between Earth and humans in the Bible, the role of nature's beauty in Christian spirituality, the practice of Christian discernment and contemplation in light of the natural sciences, the role of nature in liturgical prayer, and others. These essays consider how scholarship in Christian spirituality can contribute to re-imaging faith in ways that better cherish the Earth's fragile beauty.
Listening At Lookout Creek
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Author : Gretel Van Wieren
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2019
Listening At Lookout Creek written by Gretel Van Wieren and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019 with Religion categories.
Listening at Lookout Creek recounts the author's attempt to reconnect with nature at the H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest in Oregon and back home at her family's cabin in northwest Michigan's Manistee National Forest. Weaving philosophical and spiritual interpretations of the natural world with personal, hands-on experiences of particular landed places, it will be of interest to students of environmental ethics and religion, conservationists, hunting and fishing enthusiasts, and those who work to connect children with nature.
At Home In Nature
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Author : Rebecca Kneale Gould
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 2005
At Home In Nature written by Rebecca Kneale Gould and has been published by Univ of California Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Nature categories.
"Gould's attention to the ironies and ambivalences that abound in the practice of homesteading provides fresh and insightful perspective."--Beth Blissman, Oberlin College "This luminously written ethnography of the worlds that homesteaders make significantly broadens our understanding of modern American religion. In richly textured descriptions of the everyday lives and work of the homesteaders with whom she lived, Gould helps us understand how the tasks of clearing land, making bread, and building a garden wall were ways of taking on the most urgent issues of meaning and ethics."--Robert A. Orsi, Harvard University "This is a fascinating, authoritative, and accessible look at one of America's most important subcultures. If you ever get around to building that cabin in the woods, or especially if you don't, you'll want this volume on the bookshelf."--Bill McKibben, author of Wandering Home: A Long Walk Across America's Most Hopeful Landscape "Rebecca Gould's compelling book on American homesteading brings the study of the religion-nature connection in the U.S. to a new place."--Catherine L. Albanese, author of Nature Religion in America: From the Algonkian Indians to the New Age "Gould provides brand new data and sheds new interpretive light on familiar figures and movements. At Home in Nature is a model of how to seamlessly blend ethnography and history."--Bron Taylor, University of Florida, editor of the Encyclopedia of Religion and Nature
Green Witchcraft Connecting With Nature For Spiritual Growth
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Author : Nick Creighton
language : en
Publisher: nick creighton
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Green Witchcraft Connecting With Nature For Spiritual Growth written by Nick Creighton and has been published by nick creighton this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
Embark on a Spiritual Journey with Green Witchcraft Discover the profound connection between the magic of green witchcraft and the nurturing embrace of nature in this enlightening guide. "Green Witchcraft: Connecting with Nature for Spiritual Growth" invites you on a transformative journey to explore the deep bonds we share with the earth and its myriad forms of life. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or new to the path of witchcraft, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of rituals, spells, and practices that honor nature's cycles and energies. Inside, You'll Discover: An introduction to the foundations of green witchcraft and its role in the modern world. Detailed guides on working with plants, herbs, stones, and the elements to enhance your spiritual practice. Seasonal rituals and spells to align your energy with the Earth’s cycles. Practical advice for creating a sacred space and cultivating a personal connection with nature. Stories, traditions, and wisdom from green witches around the globe. With a focus on sustainability and ecological harmony, "Green Witchcraft: Connecting with Nature for Spiritual Growth" offers not just a way of practice, but a way of life. Embrace the power of green witchcraft to find balance, heal, and connect with the magic that surrounds us all.
The Great Conversation
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Author : Belden C. Lane
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2019-05-01
The Great Conversation written by Belden C. Lane and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-05-01 with Religion categories.
"We are surrounded by a world that talks, but we don't listen. We are part of a community engaged in a vast conversation, but we deny our role in it." In the face of climate change, species loss, and vast environmental destruction, the ability to stand in the flow of the great conversation of all creatures and the earth can feel utterly lost to the human race. But Belden C. Lane suggests that it can and must be recovered, not only for the sake of endangered species and the well-being of at-risk communities, but for the survival of the world itself. The Great Conversation is Lane's multi-faceted treatise on a spiritually centered environmentalism. At the core is a belief in the power of the natural world to act as teacher. In a series of personal anecdotes, Lane pairs his own experiences in the wild with the writings of saints and sages from a wide range of religious traditions. A night in a Missourian cave brings to mind the Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius of Loyola; the canyons of southern Utah elicit a response from the Chinese philosopher Laozi; 500,000 migrating sandhill cranes rest in Nebraska and evoke the Sufi poet Farid ud-Din Attar. With each chapter, the humility of spiritual masters through the ages melds with the author's encounters with natural teachers to offer guidance for entering once more into a conversation with the world.