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Author
Publisher
Penguin Press
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
254 pages : map ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
In expert yet vibrant modern language, Hall lays out the crux of Aristotle's thinking, mixing affecting autobiographical anecdotes with a deep wealth of classical learning. For Hall, whose own life has been greatly improved by her understanding of Aristotle, this is an intensely personal subject. She distills his ancient wisdom into ten practical and universal lessons to help us confront life's difficult and crucial moments, summarizing a lifetime...
Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
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Description
In 2015, Leland set out to meet members of America's fastest-growing age group: 85 and up. He anticipated learning of challenges, of loneliness, and of the deterioration of body, mind, and quality of life. But the elders he met lived with a surprising lightness and contentment, revealing the late stages of life as unexpectedly rich and the elderly as incomparably wise. Here are reflections on how to "live better"-- from those who have mastered the...
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Language
English
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"Fitness, money, and wisdom--here are the tools. Over the last two years, #1 New York Times best-selling author Tim Ferriss has collected the routines and tools of world-class performers around the globe. Now, the distilled notebook of tips and tricks that helped him double his income, flexibility, happiness, and more is available as Tools of titans"--Page 4 of cover.
Author
Publisher
Tundra Books
Pub. Date
[2004]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (some color) ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
Rachel convinces the people of Chelm to build a library full of books and everyone will think that the people are wise.
Author
Publisher
Random House
Pub. Date
[2015]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"The one and only Dr. Seuss dispenses invaluable advice about life in this collection of his most memorable quotes. Featuring over sixty pages of cherished Seuss art and quotes from such classics as The Cat in the Hat, Horton Hatches the Egg, Green Eggs and Ham, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, Oh, the Places You'll Go!, and many more, this humorous and inspiring collection is, indeed, a perfect gift for those just starting out. or those who are already...
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Language
English
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"Little Wise Wolf is very wise. He loves reading books and soaking up all the knowledge embodied within them. One day, Little Wise Wolf is called on to use his impressive wisdom to help the ailing king. But on his way to the palace, he slowly realizes he may not be as wise as he thinks he is, and that the world is much bigger than that contained within his books."--
Author
Publisher
FaithWords
Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
xiv, 252 pages ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
"The book of Proverbs is a treasure trove of spiritual and practical wisdom that equips us to live our best lives. Knowledge is important, but if it isn't converted into action, it fails to create transformational change in our lives. It is important to gain a thoughtful and practical understanding of the seven foundational principles in the book of Proverbs: Wisdom, Understanding, Prudence, Knowledge, Discretion, Discernment, and Fear of the Lord....
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Language
English
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Description
"In her new book, Grace Bonney continues where In the Company of Women left off and connects the dots between women of all generations (from ages 18 to 100), offering a brand-new perspective on empowering and empowered women. Collective Wisdom will include a multilayered tapestry of interviews, conversations, intimate photos, wish lists, artwork, images of handwritten letters, and more, designed so it's both a keepsake and a treasury of wisdom that...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Mia wants a puppy more than anything, but her mom insists that they don't have room. So, Mia and her grandma invite some furry and feathered friends for a visit--Grandma's parrot, Mia's class bunny, a neighbor's cat, even the book club's pet pig. The apartment is overrun! But how will this yowling, squawking, snorting, snuffling chaos help Mia's cause? She plans to convince her mom that there's plenty of room for a pup--at least, once all the other...
Author
Publisher
Shambhala
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
134 pages ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This extraordinarily clear exposition on the wisdom section of A Guide to the Bodhisattva Way of Life is based on an oral teaching given in Switzerland by H.H. the Dalai Lama before an audience of thousands of Tibetans and Westerners in 1979. Shantideva's A Guide to the Bodhisattva Way of Life is one of the most important texts in the Mahayana tradition of Buddhist practice. Its ninth chapter, the section on transcendent wisdom, is known among Buddhist...
13) Inheriting Lies
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Language
English
Description
Jerry Mitchell, author of Tradition to Truth: One Man's Search for Honest Answers and God's Universe God's Rules, again brings serious, thought-provoking, forensic biblical analysis to light, digging through the language, culture, and history to uncover the truth hidden by centuries of traditions, legends, and man-made doctrine and shining a light on the dark lies that we have inherited from our fathers. Discover the truth that has been hidden in...
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Language
English
Description
In this insightful interpretation of the Holy Bible, the profound spiritual and power-bestowing truths of the sacred language of such Old Testament stories as 'the Creation', 'the Flood and Tower', 'the Life of Joseph as a Mystery Drama', and 'Moses and the Exodus' are liberated from their cryptic enclosure. The second of a two-part abridgement, published in 1994.
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Language
English
Description
An Introduction to the Psalms from Biblical Scholars Bruce K. Waltke and Fred G. Zaspel
Written over the course of 1,000 years, the book of Psalms is a collection of religious poetry voicing a wide variety of human emotions expressed in different genres-imprecatory psalms, psalms of praise, and more. It has become one of the most popular books of the Bible, but most readers have only a surface level understanding of the Psalms and how it fits into...
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Language
English
Description
Medium for a 'dead' priest
Anthony Borgia transcribed the thoughts of a deceased priest and author whom he had known in life: Monsignor Robert Hugh Benson, son of former Archbishop of Canterbury, Edward White Benson.
From the next world, the spirit priest dictated a wealth of scripts to his friend. He had a great deal to say which he hopes will correct the teachings contained in his previous influential Christian books written when he was living...
17) Un Día a La Vez
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Language
Español
Description
Este libro está enfocado en comprender porque hay mucho sufrimiento o diversas situaciones en la vida que pueden ser menos dolorosas, pero que por vivir afanados no nos damos cuenta que, aunque no lo vemos existe; está ahí para nosotros, para todos. Alguien que nos puede cambiar el panorama y de hacer ver lo importante que es vivir Un día a la vez. Cuantas veces hemos escuchado "Estoy haciendo estos planes a futuro" y, lastimosamente, no se llegan...
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Language
English
Description
The Quest for God is a study of the explosion of interest in newer approaches to spirituality that took place in the west among Christians, Jew, and Muslims in the twelfth century. The book explores the historic internal and external forces that influenced members of the three major faith groups who were looking for new ways to approach their personal relationship with God. It contains a detailed explanation of the new attitudes and religious practices...
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Language
English
Description
I believe the Bible is, no use to us unless we learn to apply it correctly and directly to our day-to-day life and progress. People will fail you because we are only humans who are in need of a Savior. However, God's applied word will never fail you, especially during tough times.
I believe that the best way to apply God's word is to study it every day. Get into a Bible-believing church and spend time around Bible-believing Christians. Have a regular...
Author
Language
Español
Description
Gobierna la Tierra, el principio de autoridad.
?Que pasa con un sistema en el que no se respeta la autoridad en la cadena de mando?
Las fuerzas armadas tienen diferentes ramas que controlan las distintas especialidades a distribuir y, dada la importante labor que desempenan y la enorme responsabilidad que sostienen en sus hombros, no se pueden dar el lujo de permitir interrupciones en la cadena de mando. La insubordinacion en estos grupos no es...
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