In 1965; Allen Ginsberg; Gary Snyder and Philip Whalen gathered at the base of Mt. Tamalpais; a lovely small mountain in Marin County that anchors the San Francisco Bay on its northwest side. Inspired by Tibetan and Indian practices of walking clockwise — “the way of the sun†— around a venerated object; they “opened the mountain†by completing the first circumambulation. They did it again two years later; a month after the “Human Be-in†in Golden Gate Park; and with greater company as they invited the public to join them. The practice has continued almost uninterrupted for forty years; with Matthew Davis finding an organizing role on April 8; 1971; the Buddha's birthday; when he first led the walk. He has led the celebrations more than 140 times since.The ritual walk — slightly less than 15 miles in length — marks the four quarters of the year. Ten way stations have been established for ceremonial chanting and prayer. With 80 remarkable photographs by Michael Farrell Scott; lovely drawings and maps; chants and poems; this book documents not only this particular spiritual practice but offers guidance for others wishing to establish similar practices in their own areas.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Dive into ancient Egyptian teachingsBy Danijela NestorovicYou know what is the next best thing to actually going to Egypt? It's reading one of the Nicki Scully's and Normandi Ellis' books. And when I say 'reading'; it is much more than that! Through the authors' gentle and wise guidance; you are brought into direct connection with the Neteru; establishing your own link and experience with the Mystery Teachings of ancient Egyptian Wisdom. 'The Union of Isis and Thoth' fulfills this promise and intention with much generosity - you are gifted with a vibrant means to relate with the welcoming and embracing energies of the Egyptian Deities. Upon the last page of the book; you walk away knowing that your Temple is forever in your heart; exactly where it is supposed to be!'The Union of Isis and Thoth' brings both knowledge and its application; so try it; you will be enriched. If you ever felt at least bit attracted to Egypt; this book will show you the way. And even if you are 'just curious'; without any previous encounter with Egyptian wisdom; you will be thrilled with discovery. Enjoy!6 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Reading this book reminded me why I write about information like this.By Rahasya-Lotus GuideBuilding on and giving an emotional depth of understanding to some of R. A. Schwaller de Lubicz and John Anthony West’s work; this research brings out something often overlooked by researchers—the sacred temples were more than a place where sacred knowledge was imparted; the structures themselves were the teaching. In today’s world; where the history of healing has been sanitized and condensed into “sound bites;†I found this book to be a breath of fresh air; clearing out the dysfunctional thinking of our “modern†worldview of traditional healing and ancient history.Reading this book reminded me why I write about information like this...to wake people up.Rahasya Poe; Lotus GuideTo Believe Or Not To Believe: The Social and Neurological Consequences of Belief Systems: The Social and Neurological Consequences of Belief Systems6 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Comprehensive and meant for everyone to enlighten their spirtual health.By CustomerI would recommend everyone to read this book at least once. It is written in such a comprehensive form. Some authors of this type of book fail to get their point cross to the reader. Their message can get misconstrued in a bunch of goobly gook that no one understands but the author. But Ellis and Scully has provided the world with a book that is easy to comprehend and apply to our daily activities. There are many passages in this book that slapped me in the face and woke me up spiritually. Enjoy and enhance your spirit.
