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Shalom Inshallah - Encountering Jews, Christians And Muslims [Bok / Inbunden]

Ivar Segelberg (19141987), between 1951 and 1979 professor of philosophy in Gothenburg, is an important figure in Swedish philosophy but still only known within a rather narrow circle. Trained in both phenomenology and analytical philosophy, Segelberg developed highly original theories about time con­sciousness, the unity of consciousness, and general ontology. He published his three main works in Swedish, and only in 1999 were they (collectively) made available in English. The present volume will hopefully help make Segelbergs work more widely known. It is partly based on a 2008 symposium in Gothenburg, also called Philosophy and Botany, but contains several independent contributions including a newly written biography.

More Than Mythology - Narratives, Ritual Practices And Regional Distribution In Pre-christian Scandinavian Religions [Bok / Inbunden]

This book presents a unique method for working with runes, blending deep philosophy with practical application. Once hidden and shrouded in secrecy, Stav now emerges to share its timeless wisdom, offering readers the chance to explore layers of the runes previously inaccessible to the modern world. Stav appeals to individuals seeking personal growth and self-discovery. Stav offers spiritual seekers a connection to Scandinavian traditions and martial arts practitioners a distinctive system shaped by Nordic heritage. Stav is a rich and deep tradition that shares meaningful insights to those drawn to the mysteries of the runes or Norse mythology.<br/><br/> Even though Stav has contemporary been labelled as a martial art, at its core, it is a Scandinavian educational tradition with the aim of fostering growth and personal development. Through its integration of runes and its own framework of Norse mythology, Stav gives the practitioners profound insights. While Stav encompasses a deeply spiritual and philosophical perspective, it remains non-dogmatic.<br/><br/> The martial arts training within Stav promotes both physical and mental well-being, showing parallels to what is today known as mindfulness or breathwork, Stav can also be seen as a Scandinavian counterpart to yoga. For those seeking a connection to Scandinavian native spirituality or wishing to practice a martial form deeply rooted in Nordic cultural heritage, Stav offers a meaningful and authentic path. This book helps you to take the first steps on your journey and discover the wisdom and balance that Stav can bring to your life.

This book is a reflection upon the anarchist turn. It takes three newish anarchists and interprets their work following the method of exegesis. Two questions guide the work. What can the anarchist turn tell us about revolution and nonviolence and what can it tell us about contemporary religion? The protagonists are David Graeber, Timothy Morton and Simon Critchley. This book is of interest to anarchists, activists, and philosophers. Indeed anyone doing and interested in interdisciplinary approaches to important cultural questions and the building of nonviolent cultures should find at least parts of this book interesting.

What happens to peoples sense of belonging when globalization meets with proclaimed regional identities resting heavily on conceptions of religion and ethnicity? Who are the actors stressing cultural heritage and authenticity as tools for self-understanding? In Rethinking the Space for Religion, the authors aim at a broad discussion on how history and religion are made part of the production of narratives about origin and belonging in contemporary Europe. The contributors offer localized studies where actors with strong agendas indicate the complex relations between history, religion, and identity. The case studies exemplify how public intellectuals and academics have taken active part in the construction of recent and traditional pasts. Instead of repeating the simplistic explanation as a return of religion, the authors of this volume focus on public platforms and agents, and their use of religion as a political and cultural argument. The approach makes a nuanced and fresh survey for researchers and other initiated readers to engage in.