The Sacred Arts:
Sacred Architecture & Sacred Sexuality
Soon to be republished by Chrysalis Books, UK
Sacred Architecture
By A T Mann
Element Books (UK, 1993), Barnes & Noble,
Quality Paper Backs (US, 1994);
AstroData
(Switzerland,Germany, 1996); Atrium (Holland, 1996)
For much of our history all architecture - not only religious monuments and buildings - created a context of the sacred. Sacred Architecture is a re-discovery of our collective heritage, showing us how to understand the symbols of change provided by the buildings and monuments of our ancestors. The language of the sacred can be seen buildings in which astronomical, mythic, geometric and structural patterns have been incorporated, reflecting the ancient traditions rooted in astrology and cosmos. Such sacred images, buildings and sites are not merely stylistic ornaments, but also depict cosmic principles which still have meaning and relevance to us today.
From the early astrological and mythical influences that determined the location, siting, form and function or early monuments, the book travels around the world and through history up to the present time, showing us how the reflection of the images of earth and heaven in architecture has all but disappeared.
You can order this book through your local bookshop or:
"Sacred
Architecture" (Barnes & Noble Hardback) @B&N Online
"Sacred Architecture" (Element Boooks Softcover) @B&N Online
"Sacred Architecture" @ Amazon.com
In the UK: "Sacred Architecture" @ Amazon.co.uk"Mystische Architektur" @ Amazon.de
Sacred Architecture: ISBN: 1-85230-391-3
Soon to be republished by Chrysalis Books, UK
Sophia by Caroline SmithSacred Sexuality
By A T Mann and Jane Lyle
Element Books (UK & US, 1995), Barnes
& Noble, Quality Paper Backs (US, 1995)
AstroData
(Switzerland/Germany, 1996), Hovedland (Denmark, 1997)
In many ancient faiths sexuality was the ultimate sacred act and the central holy sacrament. Lust originally meant joy experienced through unity with the highest divinity, and was a central element of the religions and cultures which revered the feminine. Tantric Buddhist beliefs identify sacred sexuality with the bliss which engendered life and the universe. Sexuality is a sacred function and brings life-giving benefits, precious stores of essence and energy, and is the ultimate source of initiation and teachings about life.
Sacred Sexuality explores the origins and practices of sexuality as an integration of heaven and earth in many diverse cultures throughout the world. Attitudes toward sexuality have changed profoundly since the ancient Mother Goddess fertility rites and the images of integration between female and male throughout history present an antidote to the repression and gender divisions in modern society.
Sacred Sexuality belongs to our ancient past and to our future. It unites mind, body and spirit and offers us a link between natural, sensual pleasures and profound feelings which are universal and innocent. In this beautifully produced, lavishly illustrated book, A.T. Mann and Jane Lyle explore the rich heritage of the mythology, practices, poetry and beauty of sexuality as a spiritual process in many diverse cultures throughout the world. In many ancient faiths sexuality was the ultimate sacred act and a central holy sacrament, and lust an experience of oneness with divinity.
This timely book exerts a potent force for change in our attitudes toward sexuality, showing how its symbolism is a source of wisdom and a celebration of the mysteries of male and female growth together. The images are those of a dream and vision whose goal is unity.
You can order this book through your local bookshop or:
"Sacred
Sexuality" (Barnes & Noble Hardback) @B&N Online
"Sacred
Sexuality" (Element Books Softcover) @B&N Online
Sacred Sexuality: ISBN: 1-85230-658-0
An Essay on Feng Shui in:
Contemporary Earth Design: A Feng Shui Anthology
By Jami Lin
Earth Design Inc (US, 1997)
Contemporary Earth Design is an anthology of essays by prominent Feng Shui masters and practitioners such as Grand Master Lin Yun, Sarah Rossbach, Angel Thompson, Derek Walters and Dennis Fairchild.
Read the text of A T Mann's essay: "Feng Shui and Healing Architecture."
You can order this book through your local bookshop or:
Earth Design Incorporated, P O Box 530725, Miami Shores, FL 33138, Tel: 305 756 6426 Fax: 305 751 9995
"A Feng Shui Anthology: Contemporary Earth Design" @B&N Online
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