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This is an inspirational how-to guide for making and praying with prayer beads. Every major religion uses them and this book includes blessings and prayers from these different traditions.This is the kind of book that Morehouse are supremely good at - a practical craft book that also has a spiritual benefit. This particular book is a guide to making and using prayer beads as a creative and spiritual exercise.Beading is the fastest growing sector of the crafts market in America, and is also expanding in the UK.This book is similar in format to some of their other best-selling craft books such as "Knitting Into The Mystery" or "Fabric of Faith" - inspirational stories with hands-on strategies, ideas and how-to's.The book includes 12 colour photographs as well as line drawings.There is also a selection of blessings, prayers and liturgies for beads, from different religious traditions, as every major world religion has a tradition of praying with beads.
About the Author
Kimberly Wintson is the recipient of the 2005 American Academy of Religion ward for Best In-Depth Reporting on Religion. She has written extensively on knitting as a spiritual practice. She is author of Faith Beyond Faith Healing: Finding Hope after Shattered Dreams. She lives in California.
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There is something about human beings and a craving for adornment. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
Front Cover | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Back Cover
There is something about human beings and a craving for adornment. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
Front Cover | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Back Cover
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is interesting if you are into beading and are religious. I was disappointed to not find information where you could get the tree of life and labyrinth charms on the front cover and have searched unsuccessfully.
I would have liked more prayer suggestions than there are but apart from that it is well put together and researched through world faiths.
I would have liked more prayer suggestions than there are but apart from that it is well put together and researched through world faiths.
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38 of 39 people found the following review helpful
Enter the world of prayer, one bead at a time.
26 Mar 2008
Format:Hardcover
I read a lot of books on different forms of religion, as well as meditation and prayer. And I have had an interest in malas and other types of prayer beads. So when I saw that my boss had ordered this book for our library, I was psyched. I couldn't wait to dip into it.
And wow, am I glad I did. Not only is the format friendly and well-planned, with plenty of beautiful color photos and quotes, but it is also quietly non-judgmental and refreshingly open to a variety of influences. I really enjoyed that the author didn't just spend a lot of time telling about how she liked to bead without covering other important "stuff." It's nice to have a researched history, for example, that covers different faith traditions. And a section on prayers that are particularly tailored to the Anglican rosary, which is her main focus throughout, although she touches on others as well. I was especially glad to see a nice list of websites that carried other pertinent information and lovely, lovely beads to shop. In short, I was glad she covered all the bases.
I don't own this book yet, but I have a feeling it won't be long before I do... it's just too good to pass up. And I definitely look forward to recommending it to my patrons at my library.
And wow, am I glad I did. Not only is the format friendly and well-planned, with plenty of beautiful color photos and quotes, but it is also quietly non-judgmental and refreshingly open to a variety of influences. I really enjoyed that the author didn't just spend a lot of time telling about how she liked to bead without covering other important "stuff." It's nice to have a researched history, for example, that covers different faith traditions. And a section on prayers that are particularly tailored to the Anglican rosary, which is her main focus throughout, although she touches on others as well. I was especially glad to see a nice list of websites that carried other pertinent information and lovely, lovely beads to shop. In short, I was glad she covered all the bases.
I don't own this book yet, but I have a feeling it won't be long before I do... it's just too good to pass up. And I definitely look forward to recommending it to my patrons at my library.
25 of 26 people found the following review helpful
An Invitation Worth Accepting
24 Mar 2008
Format:Hardcover
In her most ambitious, personal, and gorgeous book yet, Kimberly Winston presents an engaging survey of the world's traditions with prayer beads, and invites us to try these tools ourselves as a way of deepening our own relationships with God.
I love Winston's writing. She has a warm, conversational way of imparting information. She educates without preaching. She offers options; she makes suggestions. There is a powerful undercurrent of kindness and affection throughout this book, as if we are all her good friends and she wants us to be happy. "Try this," she seems to be saying, "and let me know what happens."
I think I'll be referring to this book often. There's the accumulated information about various prayer traditions. There are the many prayers to help you get started. There is a practical section on making prayer beads that includes a thoughtful exploration of giving prayer beads. Perhaps best of all, there are sidebar quotes and verses on prayer that are surprising and inspiring.
A copy of this book would make a lovely gift for anyone who likes beading, is exploring spirituality, or loves prayer.
I love Winston's writing. She has a warm, conversational way of imparting information. She educates without preaching. She offers options; she makes suggestions. There is a powerful undercurrent of kindness and affection throughout this book, as if we are all her good friends and she wants us to be happy. "Try this," she seems to be saying, "and let me know what happens."
I think I'll be referring to this book often. There's the accumulated information about various prayer traditions. There are the many prayers to help you get started. There is a practical section on making prayer beads that includes a thoughtful exploration of giving prayer beads. Perhaps best of all, there are sidebar quotes and verses on prayer that are surprising and inspiring.
A copy of this book would make a lovely gift for anyone who likes beading, is exploring spirituality, or loves prayer.
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Beautiful!
19 April 2008
Format:Hardcover
This is a beautiful book! Every page resonates prayer and calm. I have enjoyed touching the pictures, reviewing the quotes, and considering the bead making options and history. Each word and picture is a gift! Ms. Winston's book is not about art or prescribed structure. It is about opening yourself up to a mystery bigger than yourself and feeling the presence of the divine. What a rich evocative book!
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