Buddhism's influence is growing in the West, as seen in the widespread use of "Buddhist mindfulness apps" in people's attempts to unwind, or the casual use of words like "nirvana" and "karma" that have crept into the English language. Whether we meet it in the East or West, what is Buddhism? What is at the heart of its teachings? How does Buddhism differ from Christianity, and are they compatible? Through a collection of true short stories and testimonies, Buddhism in the Light of Christ--...

The Routledge Companion to Big History guides readers though the variety of themes and concepts that structure contemporary scholarship in the field of big history.The volume is divided into five parts, each representing current and evolving areas of interest to the community, including big history’s relationship to science, social science, the humanities, and the future, as well as teaching big history and ‘little big histories’. Considering an ever-expanding range of the...

Dive into the gripping world of J. Jefferson Farjeon's "No. 17" where suspense lurks around every corner and secrets are waiting to be unveiled. Set in a seemingly ordinary suburban neighborhood, this thrilling audiobook transports listeners into a web of mystery and intrigue. When a disparate group of travelers finds themselves stranded at a remote country inn, they soon realize that they are not alone. With tensions rising and suspicions mounting, each guest harbors their own dark secret...