Books written by Joanne O'Brien
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Feng Shui: An Introductory Guide to the Chinese Way to Harmony
... COLD DEW CHI SHUANG CHIANG HOAR FROST DESCENDS CHIEH LÀ TUNG WINTER BEGINS CHI HSAIO HSUEH SLIGHT SNOW CHI TA HSUEH GREAT SNOW CHIEH TUNG CHIH WINTER SOLSTICE CHI HSIAO HAN SLIGHT COLD CHI TA HAN GREAT COLD The seventh ring contains ...
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Confucianism
Examines Cufucianism in conjunction with its resurgence in China a nd the rest of the world. Presents its history, basic beliefs, and evolutionin response to historical events in China.
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The Eight Immortals of Taoism: Legends and Fables of Popular Taoism
A collection of tales and legends about the semi-divine Eight Immortals of Chinese Taoism, each of whom is supposed to have lived as an historical person. However the main role...
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World Religions
The marriage is not binding until seven steps have been completed around the sacred fire, the couple reciting a vow ... The varnas are the social classes, the ashramas are the stages of life, and the dharma is religious and social duty ...
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Chinese Myths and Legends
Chinese Myths and Legends
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The Atlas of Religion
The Atlas of Religion also locates the origin, the heartland, and the sacred places of each of the major religions and provides essential background with a valuable table showing the fundamental beliefs of Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, ...
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Le feng shui
Le feng shui
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The Essential Teachings of Buddhism
This anthology explains the history, theology and spirituality of the ancient religion of Buddhism. The volume contains daily readings from Buddhist texts and commentaries which explain to non-Buddhist readers the...
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Religions of the World: The Illustrated Guide to Origins, Beliefs, Traditions & Festivals
Discusses the religions of the world and their festivals, rituals, beliefs, ceremonial objects, and history
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Festivals of the World: The Illustrated Guide to Celebrations, Customs, Events, and Holidays
A colorfully illustrated introduction to festivals that are central to the major religions of the world identifies where each faith's calendar year begins, documents the history and significance of each celebration, and describes observance ...
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The Eight Immortals of Taoism: Legends and Fables of Popular Taoism
28 legends and fables featuring the Eight Immortals--an illuminating study of popular Chinese religious beliefs with special appeal for readers of the Tao Te Ching and Joseph Campbell's works on...