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Today we're seeing an abundance of writing about the spiritual path. Contemporary authors are putting out a steady stream of rich and often highly personal accounts, while ancient texts are being unveiled to a wider public, often for the first time in history… In Words of Wisdom, we've culled some of the best works both contemporary authors and from classics of the past to give you inspiration and insight.

Hua Hu Ching by Lao Tsu 
Lao Tsu, the great sage of ancient China, lived in the sixth century B.C. He is considered to be the founder of Taoism. His most famous work, the Tao Te Ching, is a perennial favorite. Here are some selections from another work of his, called the Hua Hu Ching (pronounced "wha hoo jing").
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The Kingdom Within by Swami Muktananda 
All philosophies and scriptures say the same thing: "God dwells in this human body."
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The Vision Quest by Lame Deer 
It takes courage to find your own vision. But, as a Sioux legend explains, it also takes humility.
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Ritual, Ceremony and Us by Malidoma Patrice Somé 
In an African traditional culture, ritual observance is as important as gathering food or taking care of the material necessities of life.
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Meditation FAQ 
Meditation has become a standard part of the spiritual path for many seekers today. What is meditation? What is it supposed to do? How do you learn it? This FAQ from a British spiritual school called Saros gives some pointers.
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Taoism by Huston Smith 
Lao Tsu (a name meaning "the Old Boy" in Chinese) made little effort to leave an impact on his time. Yet he is venerated as the founder of a great world religion.
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Eastern Lingo for Westerners by Richard Smoley 
Do you know what karma is? Or nirvana? If you’ve been hearing these words and want to know what they mean, here’s a brief glossary.
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