This series of fresh renderings of sacred texts from the world's chief religions is an inspiring testament to the universality of the human spirit. Each text is accompanied by an instructive essay as an aid to reflection. In the ancient world, before the proliferation of print, seekers of wisdom thought it a great privilege to learn a text, and sought oral instruction from a Teacher in the quest for enlightenment. The scriptures of all traditions are guides to the attainment of serene continuity of consciousness through the practice of self-study, self-transcendence and self-regeneration in daily life.

THE GOLDEN VERSES OF PYTHAGORAS
The essential wisdom of Pythagorean thought is presented in the Golden Verses. Those less familiar with Pythagorean ideas will be struck by their clarity and their relevance to the evolving Aquarian movements of today. An essay on "Pythagoras and His School" is provided as well as the extensive Commentary by Hierocles.
90 p. Sewn, softbound $12.75

RETURN TO SHIVA
A Garland of Ancient Hindu Wisdom
From the oldest Hindu tradition, Return to Shiva lays a firm philosophical foundation based upon the transmission of ancient wisdom by the Sage Valmiki. Presented in eighteen selections, the text presents ideas as pertinent today as they were in Rama's time. An introduction entitled "Jnana Yagna" precedes the writings; "The Ten-Versed Hymn" of Sri Shankaracharya concludes the work.
86 p. Softbound $12.75

THE SEALS OF WISDOM
The Essence of Islamic Mysticism
By Ibn Al-`Arabi
Islamic thought, exemplified within the Sufi movement, joins effortlessly with other religious traditions in The Seals of Wisdom. Eleven selections from the central work of Ibn Al-`Arabi, the most renowned Muslim philosopher, are preceded by an introductory essay, "The Current of Islam."
98 p. Sewn, softbound $12.75

IN THE BEGINNING
The Mystical Meaning of Genesis
For those seeking to explore the depths of Judaic religion, this extract from the mystical Zohar will provide a critical point of entry. A generous selection from Bereshith, the first part of the Zohar, is accompanied by Qabbalistic diagrams and an introductory essay.
75 p. Sewn, softbound $12.75

SELF-PURIFICATION
The Jaina Path of Freedom
A luminous translation of a fundamental Jain scripture on self-purification, leading to emancipation from bondage to karma. The text is accompanied by a general introduction to the Jain tradition and a specific consideration of this scripture. A glossary completes the book.
130 p. Sewn, softbound $12.75