The temple, cemetery and family mansion of Confucius, the great philosopher, politician and educator of the 6th-5th centuries B.C., are located at Qufu, Shandong Province. Built to commemorate him in 478 B.C., the temple has been destroyed and reconstructed over the centuries; today it comprises more than 100 buildings.The cemetery contains Confucius' tomb and the remains of more than 100,000 of his descendants. The small house of the Kong family developed into a gigantic aristocratic residence, of which 152 buildings remain. The Qufu complex of monuments has retained its outstanding artistic and historic character due to the devotion of successive Chinese emperors over more than 2,000 years.
A landmark new translation of the sacred text of Islam- in anelegant deluxe edition Literally "the recitation," The Qur'an is considered within theMuslim faith to be the infallible word of God. Tarif Khalidi, theforemost scholar of Islamic history and faith, provides a freshEnglish translation that captures the startling, exquisite poetryof one of the world's most beloved religious texts. Retaining thestructure and rhythms of the original Arabic, Khalidi enlivens theancient teachings and prophetic narratives central to the Muslimfaith and solidifies The Qur'an as a work of spiritual authorityand breathtaking beauty.
Regarded by Susan Sontag as "one of the most uncompromising and troubling witnesses to the modern travail of the spirit," Weil grips the moral imagination as few others before or since.
Karl Barth was, without doubt, one of the most significant religious thinkers of modern times. His radical affirmation of the revealed truth of Christianity changed the course of Christian theology in the twentieth century and is a source of inspiration for countless believers.
"The Koran" is universally accepted by Muslims to be theinfallible Word of God as first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad bythe Angel Gabriel nearly fourteen hundred years ago. Its 114chapters, or surahs, recount the narratives central to Muslimbelief, and together they form one of the world's most influentialprophetic works and a literary masterpiece in its own right. Butabove all, the "Koran" provides the rules of conduct that remainfundamental to the Muslim faith today: prayer, fasting, pilgrimageto Mecca and absolute faith in God.
Hitchens takes on his biggest subject yet--the increasingly dangerous role of religion in the world. With insight and wit, he describes the ways in which religion is man-made, immoral, and repressive and argues for a new enlightenment through science and reason. (World Religions)
The game of Chinese Chess (called "Elephant Chess" in China) hasbeen played for centuries, and is one of the most popular boardgames in the world. In Chinese Chess, author H. T. Lau explains thegame's fundamentals--the rules, the board, and the basic moves andvalues of pieces--with clear examples and over 170 diagrams. Once he's covered the basics, Lau introducesbasic tactics, methods for escaping difficult posi-tions, andcunning strategies for winning. The book also includes eighty mid- and end-gameexercises designed to sharpen playing skills, and concludes withtwo appendixes devoted to the elegantly constructed games found inThe Secret Inside the Orange and The Plum-Blossom Meter, two classic seventeenth-century works about Chinese Chess.
Stephanie NeUe in the US Justice Department. Now she seeks his help again to crack a series of puzzles that have confounded experts for centuries - and could Lead to the legendary Lost treasure of the Knights. But Malone soon realizes someone else in on the trait-someone prepared to commit the ultimate crime in pursuit of the ultimate prize Malone and NeUe find themselves in a heart-stopping race through the villages, castles and cloisters of Europe in pursuit of a secret that. 作者简介： STEVE BERRY's first two novels, The Amber Room and The Romanov Prophecy, were national bestsellers. His third novel, The Third Secret, was a New York Times bestseUer. He lives on the Georgia coast and is a lawyer who has traveled extensively throughout the Caribbean, Mex-ico, Europe, and Russia. Rights to his books have been sold in thirty-two countries. He is currently at work on his next thriller. Visit his website at www.steveberry.org.
Feng shui is the 3,000-year-old Chinese art that looks at how objects affect energy, an important concern when arranging furniture, building a home, or planting a garden. There are several different variations of feng shui, which has led to confusion about its most basic principles. Clear Englebert explains the differences and then discusses how to put feng shui into practice. He addresses concerns about architectural features such as doors and windows, about finding the right place to situate beds and other furniture, and about landscaping. Other topics include removing clutter, creating empowered positions, avoiding "poison arrows," and what to know about clocks, mirrors, glass, air circulation, and the five elements. Straightforward and comprehensive, this guide enables anyone to practice the art of feng shui for a more peaceful and harmonious living environment.
This is the book that Bruce Lee had intended to publish as anin-depth follow up to his Chinese Gung Fu. Prior to his death, hehad written the majority of the text, which explores such topics asyin-yang as it applies to martial arts, Eastern and Western fitnessmethodologies, and martial arts and self-defense techniques. Themanu* was completed by martial arts expert John Little incooperation with the Bruce Lee estate. 100+ photos.
Welcome to the Build a Bible"design system.It's a fresh new approach to the Bible-buying experience that lets you create the look, feel, and function of the most important book you will ever own. The Build a Bible system lets you customize your Bible by giving you an array of cover styles, colors, textures, and accessories to choose from. Design a Bible that allows you to change covers and accessories without ever losing your notes highlighted verses, and favorite study passages. Imagine being able to change the look, feel, and functionality of your Bible without having to purchase another Bible--ever!
Not just another youth Bible - it's edgy, appealing, feature-packed, and challenging. Planet Word will push tweens to find ways they can impact their community and the world. This Bible is designed to appeal to the global and multicultural perspective of young people. It challenges them to see beyond themselves and make a difference in the world now - instead of waiting until they are adults.
The year 2010 is the Chinese Year of the Tiger -- what will this mean for you? This complete guide contains all the predictions you will need to take you into the year ahead -- a year which offers great hope, advancement and opportunity. The ancient art of Chinese astrology, which predates the Western zodiac, is a detailed system of divination that has been in use in the Orient for thousands of years. The depth of its wisdom and the accuracy of its character analysis and prediction has caught the imagination of the Western world in recent years and led to a rapid rise in its popularity. This popular and enlightening bestselling guide -- now in its 21st year -- includes: / Everything you need to know about the 12 signs of the Chinese zodiac / An explanation of the Five Elements: metal, water, wood, fire and earth, and which one governs your sign / Individual predictions to help you find love, luck and success / What the Year of the Tiger has in store for you, your family, your loved ones and friends.
The Astrology of I Ching is far more than a book of portents.It is a complete philosophy and way of life as well ... it shows ow to handle any situation, and the improvenlents man can make by following the laws of heaven and earth'from the Introduction by W. A. Sherrill。
"The Psychedelic Experience", created by the prophetic shaman-professors Timothy Leary, Ralph Metzer and Richard Alpert, is a foundational text that serves as a model and a guide for all subsequent mind-expanding inquiries. In this wholly unique book, the authors provide an interpretation of an ancient sacred manu*, the "Tibetan Book of the Dead", from a psychedelic perspective. "The Psychedelic Experience" describes their discoveries in broadening spiritual consciousness through a combination of Tibetan mediation techniques and psychotropic substances.
