 Angel Spirits The Art of Sulamith Wülfing
No other artist has captured the wonders of angels and otherworldly spirits as delightfully as Sulamith Wülfing (1901-1989). The Angel Spirits 2008 wall calendar makes this hidden world apparent to the naked eye by capturing its beauty and spirituality. The childlike innocence and hope portrayed in each painting acts as a balm to the spirit, more needed than ever in this modern world.
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 Celtic Blessings Illuminations by Michael Green
It is an often overlooked fact that Celtic art is iconic for two very different world views: primeval Christianity and pagan/new age. Celtic art and spirituality stand on an overlap between these two cultures, and act as connecting links between them. Both cultures can learn from their differences, ultimately supporting and nourishing the spiritual aspirations of each.
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 Celtic Mandala 2008
 Earth Mysteries & Mythology The Art of Jen Delyth
The Celts perceived the presence of divine forces in all aspects of nature. Patterns of harmony and balance, dark and light, winter and summer, female and male, are woven throughout Celtic tradition. Celtic knots and patterning reflect their belief in the continuity of life, the interconnection of all things, plants, animals and otherworldly divinities.
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 Chakras 2008
 Paintings by Pieter Weltevrede
Chakras are the seven centers of spiritual energy in the human body representing behavioral characteristics and stages of spiritual growth. The specific psychophysical energies can be activated and influenced by directed spiritual practice. Aroused by the practices of tantra yoga, the dormant spiritual Kundalini energy can be made to leave the first chakra and pierce the chakras above, causing spiritual experiences to occur. The understanding of the seven chakras offers a way to balance one's desires and lead a happier and more spiritual life.
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Dalai Lama: Heart of Wisdom
 His Holiness, the Dalai Lama, is one of the most respected spiritual leaders and teachers living in the world today. He is revered by Buddhists as the living god of love and compassion, and yet he refers to himself as a simple monk. His gentle, humorous expression of wisdom and compassion serves as an inspiration to millions.
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Hafiz
 Versions by Daniel Ladinsky
"A poet is someone who can pour light into a cup, then raise it to nourish your beautiful, parched, holy mouth." The poetry of the 14th century Persian, Hafiz, has been referred to, along with Rumi, Shakespeare and Dante, as one of the seven great literary wonders of the world. To Persians, the poems of Hafiz are not classical literature from a remote past but cherished wisdom, humor and love from a dear friend.
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Hidden Messages in Water
 By Masaru Emoto
Using high-speed photography, Dr. Emoto shows that crystals formed in frozen water reveal changes when specific, concentrated thoughts are directed toward them. He found that water from clear springs and water that has been exposed to loving words shows brilliant, complex and colorful snowflake patterns. In contrast, polluted water or water exposed to negative thoughts, forms incomplete patterns with dull colors.
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Hindu Gods & Goddesses
 Paintings by Pieter Weltevrede
Hinduism is one of the world's oldest and most widely practiced religions. As the great Hindu sage Sri Ramakrishna has said, "There can be as many spiritual paths as there are spiritual aspirants, and as many gods as there are devotees." One of the hallmarks of Hindu spirituality is the worship of this infinite diversity of the One Unknowable God in a multiplicity of forms.
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The Illuminated Rumi
 By Michael Green
Based on One Song: A New Illuminated Rumi, this calendar is an interweaving of poetry and art: a magnificent meeting of ancient tradition and modern interpretation that uniquely captures the spiritual wealth of Rumi's teachings. Michael Green's magical art, along with his sensitive renderings of Rumi's poetry, makes this work a classic guide to the life of the soul for a whole new generation of seekers.
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The Lakota Way
 Native American Wisdom on Ethics and Character By Joseph M. Marshall III
The Lakota Way 2008 wall calendar features text from Joseph M. Marshall III, and original medicine shield artwork from the author as well as Joseph Chamberlain and Gerald Cournoyer. Each spread will also include the Lakota names for the months, such as "When the Geese Return" and "When Berries are Good." Marshall's text presents a traditional Lakota virtue for each month, guiding the reader along the Lakota path of wisdom.
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Lotus Blossoms & Water Lilies
 Lotus flowers and water lilies are revered the world over as symbols of the aspiring soul. These captivating photographs and fine art masterworks illustrate the seeker's path to purity and enlightenment. The roots of a lotus and a water lily are in the mud. Each stem grows upward through the murky water, reaching for the light of the sun, until at last the fragrant flower opens above the water to bask in the sunlight.
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Maps of Tibet
 Historic Images of the High Plateau International Campaign for Tibet
The Maps of Tibet 2008 wall calendar features rare images of Tibet through the ages in painting and cartography. The maps come from a time in which maps were an art form as well as political representations of shifting dynasties and empires. Antique thangka paintings of Tibetan cities and monasteries illustrate Tibet's unique architecture and culture, while the maps show Tibet's long history as an independent or autonomous state.
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Mount Shasta
 Where Heaven and Earth Meet Edited by Jane English
Towering 14,162 feet above sea level in far northern California, Mount Shasta is a landmark comparable to Japan's Mount Fuji. Home to California's largest glacier, it is also one of the volcanoes of the Cascade Range, part of the Pacific Ocean's "Ring of Fire."
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The Organic Kitchen Garden
 Recipes and tips by Ann Lovejoy, Photography by Robin Bachler Cushman
The Organic Kitchen Garden 2008 wall calendar is a perfect companion to every cook's kitchen. This popular calendar features beautiful photographs of kitchen gardens and the lush produce they offer, The images are paired with recipes and tips inspired by the bounty of kitchen gardens and the local farmers' market. Each month offers a simple, seasonal and healthful recipe along with tips on growing, harvesting, canning and cooking - all with an emphasis on the importance of an organic approach.
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The Power of Now Text by Eckhart Tolle, Photography by David and Marc Muench
In the best-selling book The Power of Now, Eckhart Tolle explains in remarkably clear terms how living in the Now is the truest path to happiness and enlightenment. Tolle is a widely respected teacher whose views go beyond any particular religion, doctrine or guru, showing us how we can access our deepest self by living fully, and intensely, in the now.
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Spirit Horses
 Photographs by Tony Stromberg
Through his luminous photography of horses, Tony Stromberg works to bridge what he calls "modern life's disturbing separation between people and nature." This gorgeous Spirit Horses 2008 wall calendar is filled with extraordinary portraits of horses, both wild and domestic, paired with quotations from teachers and writers exploring equine wisdom and its intersection with spirituality. | |
Thich Nhat Hanh: The Energy of Prayer
 Renowned Zen Master and author of more than 60 books, Thich Nhat Hanh presents a celebration of spirituality in this interfaith dialogue between Buddhism and Christianity, demonstrating the power of prayer in our daily lives. Each month pairs an image with teaching text and breathing meditations to support the practice of mindfulness.
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Rumi: Heart of the Beloved
 Translations by Coleman Barks
Jelaluddin Rumi (1207-1273) was a master of ecstatic poetry. His masterpieces have inspired countless people throughout history; and today, thanks to the magical translations of Coleman Barks, Rumi's poetry is more popular than ever. In the Rumi: Heart of the Beloved 2008 wall calendar, Barks' translations are paired with exquisite Persian miniatures. The rich intricacy of the artwork complements Rumi's mystical metaphors, in which the yearning for the divine beloved represents the soul's quest for wholeness.
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