Salem; Massachusetts; is the quintessential New England town; with its cobbled streets and strong ties to the sea. With the notoriety of the Salem witch trials; the citys reputation has been irrevocably linked to the occult. However; few know the history behind the religion of Spiritualism and the social movement that took root in this romanticized land. At the turn of the century; seers; mediums and magnetic healers all hoped to connect to the spiritual world. The popularity of Spiritualism and renewed interest in the occult blossomed out of an attempt to find an intellectual and emotional balance between science and religion. Learn of early converts; the role of the venerable Essex Institute and the psychic legacy of "Moll" Pitcher. Historian Maggi Smith-Dalton delves into Salems exotic history; unraveling the beginnings of Spiritualism and the rise of the Witch City.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Its Nouwen again...By albert l adamsIve never read anything by Nouwen that I didnt like. I have been to Eastern Europe several times; and each time; tried to purchase an icon or some religious artifact to remember my trip by. I had seen Orthodox Christians praying with Icons (not praying to; mind you...praying with); and wanted a better understanding of the practice. Nouwen writes that they are to be used like windows into heaven; not as base objects to be worshiped. Nouwen actually takes several icons and explains the meaning behind them (such as the empty space at the table in Rublevs "Trinity") in order to help the reader learn to focus on certain aspects of faith. Offers clarity to the practice of praying with icons. A good companion piece to Linette Martins "Sacred Doorways".1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. An Inspirational Read!By CustomerThis is a beautiful book to read if you have an interest in the beautiful icons and the meaning behind them. Perhaps you have seen these icons in Catholic and Orthodox churches here and abroad; icons are a Liturgical Art; and have significant meaning behind each step in the painting process. The author has done a beautiful job of explaining the meaning as he sees it with each of five icons. It is a beautiful book to own.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Behold the Beauty of the Lord; Praying With IconsBy Elizabeth HeidlerExactly that for which I was looking; a small yet mighty book by a favorite author on a subject of great interest. This is well thought out; the icons researched; studied and as understanding and spiritual insights were expanded; adimiration grew and the icons became treasured and loved. The author shared his inspiration and explanations with warmth; wisdom and clarity.
