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This gripping collection gathers together imaginative and adventurous folktales from Finland, paired together with the national epic of poetry, the Kalevala. Considered to be lesser known in the world of mythology and folklore, these tales will show that Finnish folklore is bursting with life and wonder.

First published in 1952.<br/><i>The Real Tripitaka</i> gives an account of the seventh century pilgrim's adventures, spiritual and material, both in India and after his return to China. In addition the book contains an account of a Japanese pilgrim's visit to China in the ninth century, which describes the Wu-t'ai Shan, China's great place of Pilgrimage, and an eye-witness's account of the great persecution of Buddhism in 842-845 A.D.

This book presents the first comprehensive description of the Stav tradition, introducing the hidden structure of the Younger Futhark through Stavs blend of philosophy and practice.<br/> <br/> The third edition includes updated chapters and a strengthened presentation of the author's thesis on the structure of the Younger Futhark, offering new insights into the runic reformation at the dawn of the Viking Age.<br/> <br/> The previous editions were praised for their clarity and for placing Stav within its Scandinavian cultural and historical context. Stav is rooted in Norse mythology, revealing layers of runic meaning not available elsewhere. Stavs martial philosophy and training provide a practical route to embodied understanding, with breathwork and mindfulness at its core.

Milton's Paradise Lost [Bok / Inbunden]

How can our faith in God grow - and why doesn't it always? What causes our love for God to so easily grow cold, and at times even fade away?<br/> <br/> This book is a practical and accessible guide that helps us understand the Christian life as a daily walk with Jesus. Following Jesus isn't about sitting at life's station, waiting for a train to take us to heaven when we die. The Christian life is a journey - a walk we're invited to take every day. This is the language of the Bible: we are called to walk through life, and life itself is a journey.<br/> <br/> In this book, Niclas Ljung - pastor in Malmö, Sweden - explores how we can get off to a good start in our walk with Jesus. At the same time, it offers encouragement and guidance for those of us who want to continue walking with Him, no matter where we find ourselves along the way.<br/> <br/> The book was born out of Niclas's own journey with Jesus, during which he has helped people of all ages discover Christ and begin their walk with Him in the best possible way.<br/> <br/> Faith in God is not merely about accepting a set of truths or values; it's about knowing the one true, living God. Salvation is not simply a line we cross, but a road we walk - following Jesus through the ups and downs of life.<br/> <br/> Written in clear and engaging language, this book is suitable for both young readers and those who may find it difficult to sit down with a book. It was originally created for use in a local church, with short daily readings designed to complement Sunday sermons. It's also ideal for small groups, encouraging deeper faith and challenging us to follow Jesus in every area of life.<br/> <br/> Rich in Scripture references and direct Bible quotations, the book also has a theological nature - it seeks to describe God and help us better understand who He is.<br/> <br/> David Pawson, John Wimber, John Stott, and John Mark Comer are among Niclas Ljung's key influences - and their legacy is clearly reflected throughout the book.

The Swedish Evangelical Mission's (SEM) A-plan was to reach the Oromo People in Ethiopia with the Gospel. By the cooperation of evangelical Christians from Ethiopia, Eritrea and Sweden this was made possible. Early important pioneers were the previously freed slaves Onesimos Nesib and Aster Ganno Salbana. Their translation of the Bible and a hymnbook into the Oromo language made the Oromo people "to feel at home" in the evangelical faith. Emmanuel Gebre Selassie and Emmanuel Abraham were two later important leaders. Their unity in the Christian faith made differences in ethnic background irrelevant. Step by step, strong relations developed between Ethiopian evangelical Christians and the SEM missionaries in Ethiopia. A decisive step was the founding of the Mekane Yesus Church in 1959 with 20 000 members. This church has now grown to become the largest evangelical Lutheran church in the world with approximately 12 million members. In this book you will follow the longstanding relations between Ethiopian evangelical Christians and the SEM missionaries. The relations survived dramatic external factors such as: the Italian occupation, the two larger famines of the 1970s and the 1980s, the Ethiopian revolution, the "Red terror" with persecution of Christians and closed churches. Rev. Dr. Staffan Grenstedt is a retired senior lecturer at the Johannelund School of Theology in Uppsala. He worked in the Mekane Yesus Church and the Ethiopian Graduate School of Theology for ten years.

Shalom Inshallah - Encountering Jews, Christians and Muslims [Bok / Inbunden]