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Spirituality and ReligionMay 2016
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Bad faith : when religious belief undermines modern medicine
by Paul A Offit
A controversial and rare glimpse into the minds of those individuals who choose to medically martyr themselves, or their children, in the name of religion explores this life-threatening phenomenon that is a rejection of the very best aspects of what belief itself has to offer. 30,000 first printing.
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Islam and the future of tolerance : a dialogue
by Sam Harris
A famous atheist and a former radical discuss the nature of Islam as it relates to tolerance, including such topics as why so many Muslims are drawn to extremism and if reformation of the religion is possible
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The Old Testament explained through modern revelation : Through Modern Revelation
by Dan Barker
Don't let the Old Testament intimidate you! Modern revelation has provided the tools we need to understand and apply this timeless scripture. By citing prophetic revelation, Dan Barker helps you reach past strange customs and difficult descriptions to feel the power of the promises in the Old Testament. This indispensible study guide will change the way you feel about this important book of scripture.
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What would you do? : words of wisdom about doing the right thing
by John Quiñones
"Every day is full of "what would you do?" moments. They can be as simple as times when you're considering whether to bother saying thank you to the taxi driver before getting out of the cab. Or they can be more complicated, such as when you've witnesseddiscriminating mistreatment of someone and you have to decide whether to speak up. We've all been there. What Would You Do?-Doing the Right Thing Even When You Think No One's Watching is full of real-life stories and staged ones from the highly rated ABC News program. Author John Quiñones takes readers on a journey of self-discovery and inspires them to act in ways they would if they thought a hidden camera was focused on them. "
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Buddhisms : an introduction
by John Strong
Presents an overview of Buddhism, recounting the story of Buddha's life, expanding on the theme of Middle Way, and examining the Buddhist community life
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| Have a Little Faith: A True Story by Mitch AlbomAuthor Mitch Albom, best known for his memoir Tuesdays with Morrie, became friends with a rabbi in New Jersey and a Christian pastor in Detroit, and these men offered Albom a new appreciation of religious faith. Recounting the insights he received from Rabbi Albert Lewis and Pastor Henry Covington, Albom adds reflections on his own spiritual growth in Have a Little Faith, revealing nuances and complexities of faith and friendship that surprised and inspired him. Though it's not specifically religious, Joan Anderson's A Walk on the Beach offers another reflective and inspiring consideration of friendship. |
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