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As private secretary to the Emperor Hadrian, the scholar Suetonius had access to the imperial archives and used them (along with eyewitness accounts) to produce one of the most colorful biographical works in history. The Twelve Caesars chronicles the public careers and private lives of the men who wielded absolute power over Rome, from the foundation of the empire under Julius Caesar and Augustus, to the decline into depravity and civil war under Nero and the recovery that came with his successors.

Whether you’re discovering Stoicism for the first time or revisiting its timeless teachings, this audiobook offers the perfect guide to clarity, self-mastery, and a deeper appreciation for life.

Chuck says, "So, we gotta go to our people and say, Look, I'm not the big shot I would have had you believe. I'm an alcoholic. And I found a way to live that might let me live one day at a time for a lifetime without taking another drink. And one of its conditions is that I make amends. And that's why I'm here. I've done you wrong. And I'm not only here to apologize, but to tell you I will make restitution just as quickly as possible.

حان الوقت لتواجه الحياة كشخص ناضج. هذا الكتاب هو مساعدة ذاتية مكثفة يوجهنا نحو الاعتماد على أنفسنا ونحو تحسين ذواتنا. واحدٌ من من أشهر كتب التنمية الذاتية في...

A lo largo de la historia, algunos libros han cambiado el mundo. Han transformado la manera en que nos vemos a nosotros mismos y a los demás. Han inspirado el debate, la discordia, la guerra y la revolución. Han iluminado, indignado, provocado y consolado. Han enriquecido vidas, y también las han destruido.

What makes a person good? What does it mean to be evil? And what does it tell us about being human? Philosophers have been grappling with these questions for thousands of years, and they remain as pressing as ever in our present moment. Here we explore twelve thrillingly different approaches to this fundamental human predicament, each written by a different world expert.

Whether you're a lifelong believer, a devout atheist, or someone who remains uncertain about the role of religion in our lives, this insightful manifesto will engage you with its provocative ideas. With a close and studied reading of the major religious texts, Christopher Hitchens documents the...

La obra está compuesta por doce secciones, una para cada hijo de Jacob: Rubén, Simeón, Leví, Judá, Isacar, Zabulón, Dan, Neftalí, Gad, Aser, José y Benjamín. En cada testamento, el patriarca respectivo —ya anciano y próximo a la muerte— convoca a sus hijos y les transmite una serie de exhortaciones, confesiones personales, advertencias, consejos morales y, en algunos casos, profecías acerca del futuro de su tribu y del pueblo de Israel en general.

Beyond Recovery: Nonduality and the Twelve Steps is a "bridge book" that introduces Nonduality to people in recovery, and recovery to people who are already involved in nondual spirituality. Very often in recovery, participants will hit a "plateau" in whatever system they're using to clean up and clear up. They feel like they've outgrown the rigid dogma sometimes found in some recovery programs, but they still have a pull toward the relative safety of their group or tradition.

Contents: The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli, The City of the Sun by Tommaso Campanella, The New Atlantis by Francis Bacon, Utopia by Thomas More, Utilitarianism byJohn Stuart Mill, On Liberty by John Stuart Mill, An Answer to the Question What is Enlightenment by Immanuel Kant, The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran, A Confession by Leo Tolstoy, Orthodoxy by G.K. Chesterton, The Madman, His Parables and Poems by Kahlil Gibran, On the Duty of Civil Disobedience by Henry David Thoreau.

Are you struggling to pay the bills? Are you burdened with debt? Are you getting by, but not saving as much money as you would like? Do you fear for your family's future? In tough economic times, millions of families are finding it harder than ever before to manage their money, prioritize their needs and wants, and lead a Christian life while still maintaining a prosperous lifestyle. As Christians, we have faith that God will provide for us - and this truth is more apparent than ever when we take charge of our own financial futures.

Compilación de 12 escritos del Emperador y filósofo romano Marco Aurelio, quien destacó por su serenidad, su modestia y su búsqueda de la verdad, a la vez que fue un césar brillante en el campo de batalla.

Stoicism School is designed to give you the most in-depth look into the practicalities and concepts of a Stoic mind-set. It is a combination of the following three audiobooks stacked one on top of the other: Master the Ancient Philosophies of Productivity & Peace of Mind, Practical Ways to Harness Your Emotions & Thrive with This Philosophy, and Mindsets & Thinking Tools for Modern Day Success.

The proclaimed hope of America rings most hollow for Native peoples, people of color, the rural poor, and other communities pressed to the margins. Author Jonathan Walton exposes the cultural myths and misconceptions about America's identity. Focusing on its manipulation of Scripture and the person of Jesus, he redirects us to the true promises found in the gospel. Walton identifies how American ideology and way of life has become a false religion and reveals that orienting our lives around American nationalism is idolatry.

Unlock the enigma of one of the 20th century's most influential psychoanalysts! The Lacan Dictionary meticulously unravels Jacques Lacan's dense and challenging lexicon, offering a profound study of his most frequently used words and concepts.

The problems of life do not demand a method, because they are so vital and alive that if we approach with a method we totally misunderstand and don’t adequately meet that problem. Where there is efficiency there is ruthlessness. The means and the end are not separate. Reality or God is something that cannot come by a technique, a means, or through a long determined practice and discipline. Aloneness implies no means. You are not alone when you have a means.

Wdziecznosc to stan umyslu czlowieka o wysokim poziomie swiadomego JA. Wdziecznosc to umiejetnosc patrzenia na zycie i na to co nas spotyka z wielu perspektyw, to docenianie kazdego doswiadczenia, nawet tego bolesnego i przykrego. Ten stan otwarcia przestrzeni czakry serca, zwany tez Koherencja Serca pozwala na otwarcie „furtki do nieba”, a dokladnie do kontaktu z wlasna dusza i czerpania obfitosci inspiracji z zasobów wszechswiata.

In August 2024, Polishing the Pulpit (PTP) celebrated 30 years of helping preachers, elders, deacons, ladies, and every church member. With over 2,000 people in attendance, PTP is a wonderful, uplifting experience with over 150 speakers and 500 lessons. The keynote presentations focused on penetrating, timeless questions asked by Jesus, the Master Teacher: “What Do You Think of Christ?” “By What Authority Do You Do These Things?” “What Do You Do More than Others?” “What Is the Kingdom of God Like?” “What Do You Seek?” “What Profit Is It to Gain the World, but Lose Your ...

Floppy, host of 12 Hop Flop, discusses life and world from the viewpoint of a rabbit. Her unique take on matters of health, heart, faith, and living are meant to get the listener thinking from a different perspective.

En los siglos anteriores a él, la filosofía había sido peligrosa para los filósofos, pero con Friedrich Nietzsche resulta peligrosa para todo el mundo. Nietzsche enloqueció y su locura presagió la demencia colectiva que había de tener consecuencias horrendas en Europa durante la primera...