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Part oracle, part meditation book, and part Aladdin's cave of Middle Eastern myth and sacred story, Desert Wisdom offers a fresh way to hear the ancient visionary voices of the Middle East that generated three (or more) of the world's great religions. Renowned Sufi scholar and teacher Neil Douglas-Klotz, author of The Sufi Book of Life and Prayers of the Cosmos, has revisioned his acclaimed 1995 classic for the 21st century. Praised by scientists, poets and mystics alike for its ecological approach to "hearing" the native wisdom of the Middle East on its own terms, Desert Wisdom takes us on a journey from ancient Egypt throughout the Middle East to Sufi poets like Rumi and Hafiz. In between, we spend time hearing Genesis the way a storyteller might have told it and sit at the feet of the Aramaic-speaking prophet, Yeshua of Nazareth. Through it all, Desert Wisdom presents us with ancient wisdom about life's biggest questions like: Why am I here? Who am I? And how do I love?

"Through expansions of Aramaic's multiple meanings, as well as guided contemplations, this book provides a guide to transformation through the way of the prophet of Nazareth. It shows how Jesus's deepest teachings address contemporary challenges, such as our relationships with nature and each other, as well as the purpose of life itself"--

Neil Douglas-Klotz offers a radical new translation of the words of Jesus Christ with Prayers of the Cosmos. Reinterpreting the Lord’s Prayer and the Beatitudes from the vantage of Middle Eastern mysticism, Douglas-Klotz, the Sufi Founder of the worldwide network of the Dances of Universal Peace, reveals a mystical, feminist, cosmic Christ. Prayers of the Cosmos is a spiritual revelation—and in the words of Science of Mind, “When you read this book, you will have no further doubt that God loves you infinitely and unconditionally.”

A look at the words of Jesus, freshly translated from the original Aramaic language he spoke, brings his inspirational messages into sharp focus, for a fascinating alternative vision of his message. Tour.

Inspiration from wilderness mystics from around the world, including Henry David Thoreau, Bai Juyi, Rainer Maria Rilke, Lalla, Rachel Carson, John Muir, Edna St. Vincent Millay, Simone Weil, the Baal Shem Tov, Hermann Hesse, Kahlil Gibran, Emily Dickinson, Nan Shepherd, and many more. Sages and mystics throughout the centuries have sought inspiration in the wildness of nature. This little book gathers the sayings and stories of the women and men who have sunk their roots deep into inner retreat and brought forth wisdom for all times and peoples. Here we find the stories and voices of desert fathers and mothers, forest hermits, mountain mystics, wandering philosophers, and wise eccentrics who maintained their solitude while living in society and challenged the status quo with humor. From East and West and everything in between. From Christian hermits, wandering Kabbalists, itinerant Sufis, Zen practitioners, Yogis, court jesters, transcendentalists, and freethinkers, Wild Wisdom gathers a timeless harvest for spiritual renewal. By turns witty, startling, beautiful, and sublime, Wild Wisdom makes a fine companion for personal retreat, daily contemplation, or simply taking time out during a busy day.

Exploring the deeper meanings of Jesus's teachings, this book draws on Neil Douglas-Klotz's extensive research into Aramaic translations of the Lord's Prayer and the Beatitudes. It presents a transformative guide, addressing contemporary challenges in relationships and life purpose through meditations and personal reflections. Each chapter features a saying from Jesus, interpreted through an Aramaic lens, providing insights that inspire authentic living and compassion. This work aims to heal and enliven daily life, making ancient wisdom relevant today.

The scribe Shemuel ben Yahayye sat down heavily in the dust, hearing a waterfall that didn’t exist.... A new mystery novel by Neil Douglas-Klotz, author of Prayers of the Cosmos and The Sufi Book of Life. First century CE, Roman Palestine:Yehuda Tauma believes he’s found his lucky break when he finds a valuable pearl on the floor of the temple of Jerusalem where he works as a scribe. Convinced that his position at the temple only serves to maintain the network of corruption and greed that he eschews, Yehuda and his bodyguard Ioannis set out for a new life in Damascus. But when they come upon the body of Yehuda’s adopted father and mentor outside the village of Armageddon, Yehuda vows to find the killer and uncover the reason he was killed. Ever loyal, Ioannis promises to accompany Yehuda on his avenging mission. As the two men search for the killer, they meet surprising allies and treacherous adversaries along the way. Yehuda and Ioannis must unravel the intricate secret messages and visionary clues left behind by the dead man—while trying to stay alive themselves. Renegade scribes, revolutionary cells, temple spies, oppressive tyrants, and visionary prophets and priestesses collide in this mystery of the volatile first century in the Middle East.

Aramaic-the language of Jesus and his disciples-has captured the imagination of seekers from every faith and spiritual tradition. Since the publication of his bestseller Prayers of the Cosmos , Aramaic scholar Dr. Neil Douglas-Klotz has become a foremost expert at uncovering the rich layers of meaning found in Jesus's native wisdom sayings. Now, in Blessings of the Cosmos , this renowned author presents a collection of all-new translations of Jesus's best-loved benedictions and invocations for peace, healing, divine connection, and more, Whether for personal inspiration or for communal worship and rites of passage, Blessings of the Cosmos offers you a heart-opening prayerbook that offers guidance and encouragement toward an ever-deepening daily experience of the Divine.

Duchovní tradice Blízkého východu poukazují na to, že na každou větu svatých učení je třeba nahlížet alespoň ze tří hledisek: intelektuálního, metaforického a universálního (nebo mystického). Z prvního zvažujeme vnější, doslovný význam, z druhého zkoumáme, jakým způsobem se nám příběh může stát podobenstvím pro náš život nebo život společnosti. Z třetího dospíváme k prožití pravdy, na niž zkoumaná věta Písma míří. Tady musíme jít až za slovní pochopení a obsáhnout i bezeslovnou zkušenost, na kterou živá slova mystiků ukazují. Pro mystika z Blízkého východu, jako byl Ježíš, se tato hlediska navzájem nevylučují. Je proto dobré mít na paměti všechny možné významy posvátných slov modliteb a nechat je na sebe působit. Podle Fabre d’Oliveta spočívá tragédie moderních překladů bible přes řečtinu, jazyk zcela odlišný od hebrejštiny a aramejštiny Ježíšova původního jazyka, v důsledném okleštění mnoha významových rovin jednotlivých výroků pouze na materiální a zcela konkrétní pojmy. Na rozdíl od řečtiny nemá aramejština žádnou ostrou dělící čáru mezi prostředkem a účelem, mezi vnitřní kvalitou a vnějším jednáním. Svévolné hranice mezi „rozumem“, „tělem“ a „duchem“ zde vůbec nejsou přítomny. Nepřirozené vzájemné odloučení Boha, přírody a člověka, neznámé lidem, kteří žili svázáni se zemí, se vplížilo i do našeho jazyka. Ve srovnání s řečtinou a našimi moderními jazyky skýtá aramejština plynoucí a celostní vizi kosmu. Překlad Otčenáše, Blahoslavení a tří dalších Ježíšových výroků z evangelií z aramejštiny, původního Ježíšova jazyka, pořídil Neil Douglas-Klotz. Originální aramejský text, komentáře a modlitby těla. Předmluva Matthew Fox.

Wizjonerski głos pocieszenia, miłości i tolerancji. W tej pięknej książeczce odkryjesz podstawową mądrość dotyczącą życia. To nowe spojrzenie na słowa i mądrości Khalila Gibrana uwzględniające główne wpływy na jego życie: kulturę Bliskiego Wschodu, mistycyzm natury i duchowość. Według Gibrana życie jest energią, która nasyca wszystko, co widzimy i czujemy – a także to, co możemy sobie tylko wyobrazić. W ponad stu opowieściach, wierszach, przypowieściach i aforyzmach autora odnajdziesz tajemnice duchowej ścieżki i esencję mądrości w codziennym życiu. To pierwsza z serii książek. W przygotowaniu ponadto: Mała księga miłości Khalila Gibrana; Mała księga tajemnic Khalila Gibrana; Mała księga mądrości Khalila Gibrana; Mała księga opowieści sufickich. Khalil Gibran (1883-1931) – libański poeta, pisarz i malarz. Jeden z najważniejszych twórców współczesnej prozy poetyckiej w literaturze arabskiej. Autor wydanej w 1923 powieści poetyckiej Prorok, która pozostaje jednym z najlepiej sprzedających się inspirujących dzieł wszechczasów. Neil-Douglas-Klotz – światowej sławy uczony w dziedzinie religioznawstwa, duchowości i psychologii. Kieruje Edinburgh Institute for Advanced Learning i przez wiele lat był współprzewodniczącym Mysticism Group w American Academy of Religion.