Religious genre books (119)


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Les fils de la médina by Naǧīb Maḥfūẓ FR

Rating: 4 (1 vote)
Country: Africa / Egypt flag Egypt
Description:
Sur les ruines des somptueux palais fatimides a poussé la Gamaliyya, un quartier populaire du vieux Caire. De ce petit monde truculent, qui oscille au fil des rumeurs de la ville ou voltige sur les fumées somnolentes du haschisch, s'élève parfois la voix du poète populaire disant l'évasion, proférant l'illusion, tandis que se succèdent des protagonistes qui mobilisent les ferveurs du peuple et suggèrent les trois révélations. Toujours interdit par la censure égyptienne, qui l'identifia comme une scandaleuse transposition de l'histoire sainte dans la chronique familière des hommes, ce fastueux ... continue

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Letters to a Young Muslim by Omar Saif Ghobash EN

Rating: 5 (1 vote)
Description:
**A New York Times Editor's Pick** From the Ambassador of the UAE to Russia comes Letters to a Young Muslim, a bold and intimate exploration of what it means to be a Muslim in the twenty-first century. In a series of personal and insightful letters to his sons, Omar Saif Ghobash offers a vital manifesto that tackles the dilemmas facing not only young Muslims but everyone navigating the complexities of today’s world. Full of wisdom and thoughtful reflections on faith, culture and society. This is a courageous and essential book that celebrates individuality whilst recognising it is our shared h... continue

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Life Without Limits : Inspiration for a Ridiculously Good Life by Nick Vujicic EN

Rating: 3 (1 vote)
Country: Oceania / Australia flag Australia
Description:
ECPA BESTSELLER—Over one million copies sold! • What Would Your Life be Like if Anything Were Possible? Born without arms or legs, Nick Vujicic overcame his disabilities to live an independent, rich, fulfilling, and “ridiculously good” life while serving as a role model for anyone seeking true happiness. Now an internationally successful motivational speaker, Nick eagerly spreads his message: the most important goal is to find your life’s purpose and to never give up, despite whatever difficulties or seemingly impossible odds stand in your way. Nick tells the story of his physical disabilities... continue

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Like a Mighty Wind by Mel Tari, Cliff Dudley EN

0 Ratings
Country: Asia / Indonesia flag Indonesia
Description:
Translated into dozens of languages, with millions of copies sold, Like a Mighty Wind remains a beloved classic from global evangelist Mel Tari. Recounting the incredible story of revival on the island of Timor during 1965 in the midst of political turmoil, the book is an amazing testament to the power of faith and the reality of God's power to work miracles in modern times.

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Living Buddha, Living Christ

Living Buddha, Living Christ by Thich Nhất Hạnh EN

Rating: 4 (5 votes)
Country: Asia / Vietnam flag Vietnam
Description:
Explores, in lucid, meditative prose, the crossroads of compassion and holiness at which contemplative Christianity and Buddhism meet.

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Maktub by Paulo Coelho EN

Rating: 5 (1 vote)
Description:
An essential companion to the inspirational classic The Alchemist, filled with timeless stories of reflection and rediscovery. From one of the greatest writers of our age comes a collection of stories and parables unlocking the mysteries of the human condition. Gathered from Paulo Coelho's daily column of the same name, Maktub, meaning "it is written," invites seekers on a journey of faith, self-reflection, and transformation. As Paulo Coelho explains, "Maktub is not a book of advice--but an exchange of experiences." Each story offers an illuminated path to see life and the lives of our fellow... continue

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Mere Christianity : Comprising The Case for Christianity, Christian Behaviour, and Beyond Personality by C. S. Lewis EN

Rating: 4 (1 vote)
Description:
Discusses the essence of Christian faith and the doctrine of the Trinity.

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Miracles by C. S. Lewis EN

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Country: Europe / Ireland flag Ireland
Description:
Cites varied cases which substantiate belief in the supernatural acts recorded in the Bible.

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Mirror to the Church : Resurrecting Faith After Genocide in Rwanda by Emmanuel Katongole, Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove EN

Rating: 5 (1 vote)
Country: Africa / Uganda flag Uganda
Description:
In 1994, the most Christianized country in Africa became the site of its worst genocide. The tragedy was in Rwanda, but what happened was a mirror reflecting the deep brokenness of the church in the West. Yet by looking at what happened and why, we can find hope for the global body of Christ.

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Modernity and the Holocaust by Zygmunt Bauman EN

Rating: 5 (1 vote)
Country: Europe / Poland flag Poland
Description:
"Intellectually rich and provocative.... This is a text which belongs in our classrooms as well as on our shelves. Exceptionally well written."?Contemporary Sociology A new afterword to this edition, "The Duty to Remember--But What?" tackles difficult issues of guilt and innocence on the individual and societal levels. Zygmunt Bauman explores the silences found in debates about the Holocaust, and asks what the historical facts of the Holocaust tell us about the hidden capacities of present-day life. He finds great danger in such phenomena as the seductiveness of martyrdom; going to extremes in... continue