Ergebnis für "The Islanders" in Religion & Spiritualität

Best-selling author Brian D. McLaren followed his love of nature (specifically, tortoises) all the way to the Galapagos Islands. There, he paid close attention to the flora and fauna around him but also to what was happening within him, how the natural world awakened his soul in a way that organized religion could not. McLaren's descriptions of birds, reptiles, fish, and flowers sing; he walks in the footsteps of Charles Darwin and grieves that Darwin has been demonized by his fellow Christians; and he reflects on how his own faith has evolved in the years since he left the pastorate.

Two historical researchers, Corjan Mol and Christopher Morford, now reveal the astounding secret of what happened to the Menorah. Through their meticulous research as well as a jaw-dropping stroke of luck, Mol and Morford discovered that the Menorah was dug up from the Temple Mount in Jerusalem in the time of the Crusades by the Knights Templar and smuggled to France with the help of the French King Louis IX. From there it was taken to Portugal, to end up in North America after interventions by Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin and George Washington.

Unlock the mysteries of Oak Island with Secrets in the Shadows: Oak Island Conspiracy Theories. This thrilling collection features over 20 captivating mini-stories that delve into the perplexing legends, hidden treasures, and conspiracies surrounding one of the most mysterious sites on Earth. For centuries, Oak Island has intrigued explorers, treasure hunters, and conspiracy theorists alike. What secrets are buried beneath its surface? Is there a treasure trove waiting to be discovered, or is something far darker hidden in the depths?

Once, the peaceful sounds of the beach brought me solace—seagulls calling, waves caressing the shore, the sun kissing my skin. But everything changed after my fateful encounter. Amidst a raging storm, a figure materialized on the beach, revealed only by flashes of lightning. He was no ordinary man; in those brief moments of illumination, it was clear—he was dead. And he was watching me.

While Western accounts of North American history traditionally start with European colonization, Indigenous histories of North America—or Turtle Island—stretch back millennia. Drawing on comparative analysis, firsthand Indigenous accounts, extensive historical writings, and his own experience, Omaha Tribal member, Cherokee citizen, and teacher Taylor Keen presents a comprehensive re-imagining of the ancient and more recent history of this continent’s oldest cultures.

Acclaimed travel writer Oliver Smith sets out to radically reframe our idea of ‘pilgrimage’ in Britain by retracing sacred travel made across time, from murmurs of ritual journeys in the depths of Ice Age to new pilgrimages of the 21st century. He embarks on an epic adventure across sacred British landscapes – climbing into remote sea caves, sleeping inside Neolithic tombs, scaling forgotten holy mountains and once marooning himself at sea.

Explore mysterious islands in the Arabian Sea populated with giant Greek gods until an aerial war between flying cities sank them. Was this related to missing biblical passages of flying towers, or the blue-eyed giants with red and flaxen hair? Delve into provocative theories on the decline of humanity, the Antichrist, the rapture of humans to an off-world location for safety, the arrival of New Jerusalem in the sky, the nature of our “new bodies” and “new heaven” and “new Earth”, and human life after the End of Days. What comes next?

Geologists have amassed data that indicate that islands have disappeared in the Pacific, a phenomenon that oral traditions of many groups of Pacific Islanders also highlight. This book explores the issue of vanished islands in the Pacific by bringing together the geology and the myths.

Does Earth have portals to an extraterrestrial world? Do these portals lead to the legendary island paradise where the old grow young again? Our ancestors believed in a physical place that promised health, happiness, and immortality. Today we consider the old legends to be myths, nothing more than sailor's fish stories. Yet some of the most prominent names in history devoted their entire lives to searching for the lost island of paradise - and they found it.

Are you intrigued by the idea of an afterlife? Are you questioning whether you're getting signs and messages from the Other Side? Renowned psychic/medium, Cindi Sansone-Braff, the Romance Whisperer, talks with the dead to show you how to live well and love better. She will be your own personal guide on this enlightening excursion through the metaphysical world. Cindi candidly reveals her own unique journey toward all things psychic. She'll help you hone your own psychic gifts and show you how to look for and recognize signs from the Other Side.

THE STORIES OF THOSE WHO HAVE VANISHED ON KAUAI Experience the bizarre, unusual, and heartbreaking stories of those who have gone missing on Kaua’i, never to be seen again. In recent years, this Pacific paradise has been plagued by a series of disappearances and unexplained occurrences that have left families shattered, communities stunned, and authorities baffled. Through meticulous research and intimate storytelling, we'll explore the cases of those who have vanished from the island without a trace.

Recent Messages from Pastor Fred Franks and other Speakers from the Island Church in Orange Beach, AL. Visit theislandchurch.tv for more information.

Moving to Mystic Island would be an adventure for Sue and Ron - a new town, a new home, far from the town this couple had grown used to. Does "mystic" tell the real meaning of what goes on in their new location, and what kind of happenings could they represent?

The sound of waves crashing on the shore. The wind blowing through palm trees and leaves. You can hear animals scurrying through bushes, frogs croaking, fish jumping out of the ocean to catch their prey, and seagulls crying overhead! There is nothing like closing your eyes and feeling the warm sand between your toes as you hear nature’s tropical sounds wash and cleanse you—it has been proven to be healing for both body and soul! Whether you want to meditate, study, relax, or fall asleep, it’s the perfect sound to feel calm, safe, and protected.

OneTwo Church is located in South Padre Island, TX. We study the Word of God with passion and a deep commitment to the New Covenant of Grace. Join us as we journey through the Bible verse by verse together.

A random email containing what purports to be news of the Lost Temple of Solomon sends day-dreaming New York-based reporter Matthew Fishbane on a journey halfway around the world - to the Solomon Islands. There, in the remote jungles of Malaita, he encounters self-described Melanesian Israelites with apocalyptic visions, dreamers guarding archaeological ruins of unknown but apparently ancient provenance, and a warlord who rallied an ethnic militia under the Star of David, as well as canny modern politicians who are leveraging the tiny island nation's greatest asset - sovereignty - for development assistance from the modern Jewish state.

The purpose of this book is to bring awareness as to the importance of healthy living. Sometimes all it takes is a simple lifestyle, doing the things that you are already aware of and that you know will benefit you positively. The everyday things we can do, which is what Keto Island Girl is about, are recommended for both males and females, whether young and old or rich and poor.

Indulge in the immersive serenity of Coastal Forest Rain. Experience the gentle crescendo and subsiding rhythm of raindrops, capturing the essence of a coastal forest in tropical Hawaii. Delicate echoes of birds and insects provide a subtle accompaniment, offering a tranquil auditory escape to the lush landscapes of the Hawaiian islands. Let the soothing sounds of nature transport you to a state of relaxation and bliss, creating a harmonious ambiance reminiscent of the tropical paradise.

God's Country is the first book to tell the complete story of Christian Zionism in American political and religious thought - from the Puritans to 9/11. It identifies three sources of American Christian support for a Jewish state: 1. Covenant, or the idea of an ongoing relationship between God and the Jewish people, 2. Prophecy, or biblical predictions of return to the Promised Land, and 3. Cultural affinity, based on shared values and similar institutions.

Sermons and Anthems from James Island Presbyterian Church worship services.