Skylight Paths imprint: 235 books

The timeless wisdom of this classic Taoist text can become a companion on your own spiritual journey.The Chuang-tzu is the second major text of the Taoist tradition. It was compiled in the third century BCE and follows the lead of the best-known and oldest of all Taoist texts, the Tao-te-ching (Book...

The recently discovered mystical sayings of Jesus, with facing-page commentary that brings the text to life for you."The Gospel of Thomas really is, I believe, the clearest guide we have to the vision of the worlds supreme mystical revolutionary, the teacher known as Jesus. To those who learn to unpack...

An ancient classic that can become a companion for your own spiritual journey.Millions of people turn daily to India's most beloved holy book, the Bhagavad Gita ("Song of the Lord"), to instruct their spiritual practice. A Hindu classic, it has universal appeal for people of all faith traditions who...

The book of Job, celebrated as a classic of world literature and one of the glories of the Bible, can often be puzzling and frustrating: puzzling for its dialogue form and off-putting because of the many questions it leaves unanswered. This inviting SkyLight Illuminations edition, with probing facing-page...

The timeless wisdom of an ancient Stoic can become a companion for your own spiritual journey.Stoicism is often portrayed as a cheerless, stiff-upper-lip philosophy of suffering and doom. Yet as experienced through the thoughtful and penetrating writings of Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (121180 CE),...

Introduces the four spiritual paths of yogaKarma-Yoga, Bhakti-Yoga, Raja-Yoga and Jnana-Yogaand what you can expect as an aspirant on each path. Covering the message and practice of each of the yogas as well as philosophy and psychology, preparatory practices, common obstacles and ways to overcome them,...

Guarded for centuries by saints and ascetics in the forests and mountains of India, the universal principles of Vedanta were deemed too precious to be understood by the masses until Swami Vivekananda first introduced them in the West at the end of the nineteenth century. This comprehensive guide examines...

Presents the theology for Interfaith as a faith—to love each other, act with compassion and in community—and how to make it work. Explores who might be called to Interfaith and the questions, “What can I do?” and “How can I get involved?” For anyone interested in exploring the world’s spiritual paths without feeling they must abandon their own.

An intriguing introduction to Weil’s quest to integrate faith, philosophy and justice for the oppressed. Details her short, eventful life and shows her profound spiritual influence on thinkers from T. S. Eliot and Flannery O’Connor to Albert Camus.

This engaging introduction to Black Elk will show you how one person can accomplish big things.This colorful book introduces you to the world of Black Elk, one of the most amazing people of the twentieth century. You will learn about Black Elks lifefrom his childhood in the American West to his efforts...

This engaging introduction to Gandhi will show you how one person can accomplish big things.This colorful book offers you a window into the world of Mahatma Gandhi, one of the most amazing people of the twentieth century. You will learn about Gandhis lifefrom his time as a student in London to his work...

How Does God Listen? encourages children to use all of their senses to explore and develop a personal relationship with God.

A colorful, fun-to-read introduction that explains the ways and whys of Muslim worship, faith and religious life. Will satisfy kids curiosity about what goes on in mosques attended by their friends, broadening awareness of other faiths at an important age when opinions and prejudices can first form,...

Combines the legendary stories of Islam’s great comic foil, Mulla Nasruddin, with sayings from the Qur’an, the Prophet Muhammad, Rumi, Hafiz and other Islamic sages. Shows how spiritual seekers of all traditions—as individuals or as part of a group—can apply the Mulla’s wisdom teachings to their spiritual lives with easy-to-follow spiritual practices.