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Publications by Randy Bell

Fall 2022 Catalog

(*for “1,2,3,4,5,6” – see Order Form for ordering sources)

Item #

Title

Price*

 

SPIRITUAL TEACHINGS

 

001

The Divine Intention For Our Human Life          978-0-9895428-6-9

This narrative explains the spiritual reason human life was created; how God has structured that life to unfold; why challenges and difficulties are a necessary part of that life; and where we thereby need to put our energies, time and thoughtful attention. With that greater understanding, we are better able to fulfill our desire to live our life in synchronicity with God and the Universe. 

$17.00

(1,3,5,7)

101

God and Me: A Statement of Belief                    978-0-9710549-5-0

One person’s view of human life, the directions we pursue, the guidance that we receive along the way, and the spirituality that surrounds us.

$15.00

(1,3)

103

Lessons From The Teacher Jesus - A Contemporary Reference Drawn From the Thomas Jefferson Bible           978-0-9710549-2-9

A contemporary reference of the core teachings of Jesus of Nazareth as drawn from the Thomas Jefferson Bible, re-presented in the language and context of today’s modern life.

$15.00

(1,3)

110

Lessons From The Teacher Buddha                     978-0-9710549-7-4

A re-presentation of selected teachings of the Buddha that focus on ethics, inter-relationships, and how we should look at the life made available to us.  These lessons are presented in the language and context of today's modern life, following the tradition of the Buddha himself as he spoke to the vast audiences that he encountered.

$15.00

(1,3,4,5)

113

Lessons From The Teacher Muhammad        978-0-9710549-9-8

A re-presentation of selected teachings of Muhammad from the Qur'an that focus on ethics, inter-relationships, and how we should surrender and commit to living a life according to the religious teachings provided over the centuries.  These lessons are presented in the language and context of today's modern life, following the tradition of Muhammad himself who brought the Word of Allah in Arabic to the Arab world.

$15.00

(1,3)

116

Lessons From The Teacher Moses                       978-0-9710549-8-1

A re-presentation of selected teachings God as revealed by Moses in the Torah, focusing on ethics, inter-relationships, and committing to living according to God’s commandments.  This re-presentation follows in the tradition of Moses himself, who brought the Word of God  to the Twelve Tribes of Israel and thereby established for that Hebrew community the basis of Jewish religion and culture.

$15.00

(1,3)

120

Buddhism: An Introductory Guide                       978-0-9710549-1-2

A book written for the non-Buddhist to answer the questions that westerners / Americans typically ask as they attempt to relate Buddhism to their own personal spiritual experience and thinking.

$12.00

(1,3)

 

 

 

 

MEDITATION INSTRUCTION

 

122

Starting A Personal Meditation Practice     A Beginning Guide

                                                                            978-0-9895428-0-7

An introduction to the practice of formal, structured meditation.  Designed for the beginner meditator.  The approach avoids adherence to any specific tradition or form of practice.  Once a proper perspective and foundational practice for meditation are established, the meditator can then pursue more particular forms of meditation practice as she/he may choose.  (digital/.pdf file)

$12.00

 (1,3,4,5,7)

123

Forms of Meditation: Methods and Practices for Contemplation and Prayer                                                              978-0-9710549-6-7

The various structural components of a complete meditation practice that lead to quiet reflection, within which we actively pursue a greater understanding of ourselves and our spirituality, thereby in turn connecting with the greater world around us.

$15.00

(1,3)

 

 

 

 

PERSONAL GROWTH

 

145

Unpacking The Boxes Of Our Attachment : Freeing Our True Happiness Within                                           978-0-9895428-1-4

Illustrates everyday examples of how we unconsciously create inappropriate attachments to people, things, ideas, and ways of acting.  How our deep clinging to these attachments prevents us from achieving the true happiness that we seek.  It then describes the steps needed to reduce their hold on us, thereby leading us to the personal and spiritual freedom, and genuine connections, that we seek in our life.

(Available in paperback and eBook formats.)

$15.00

(p-back)

(1,3,4,5,7)

 

$ 7.00

(eBook)

(6)

150

Awareness, Insight & Mindfulness: 3 Steps On The Path To Wisdom                                                                              978-0-9895428-4-5

Examines three concepts prevalent in contemporary spiritual practice today, clarifies the distinct meanings and purpose of each practice, and describes the working interrelationship among them.  With their great power to guide us, Awareness, Insight, and Mindfulness help move us on the path to spiritual Wisdom.

$12.00

(1,3,4,7)

175

Career Choices For Your Soul                             978-0-9710549-4-3

A way of thinking, a mindset, and a view of work from a spiritual perspective about your Life that should be the context for one’s career decisions.

$15.00

(1,3,4,5)

180

Executive’s Guidebook for Institutional Change  978-0-9710549-0-5

A guidebook for executives and leaders responsible for instituting significant institutional change within their organizations.

$15.00

(1,3)

 

 

 

 

GENERAL ESSAYS

 

530

The Seven Virtues Of A Spiritual Life

A description of the Seven Virtues of a spiritual life, and how these are present in a truly Spiritual Person: Patience, Lovingkindness, Forgiveness, Humility, Commitment, Trust, and Wisdom.  (12 pgs; digital/.pdf file)

Free

(2)

532

8 Attitudes For Opening To Insight

Short discussion of 8 personal Attitudes we need to cultivate in order to allow moments of Insight to occur. (3 pgs; digital/.pdf file)

Free

(2)

533

 Our Relationship With God

A description of the ways in which God relates to us, and we seek to relate to God.  (10 pgs; digital/.pdf file)

Free

(2)

535

Lessons In Dying – A Memoir

A personal story of one person’s unexpected and untimely death, and the lessons about death and dying learned from that experience. (7 pgs; digital/.pdf file)

Free

(2)

540

Some Things I Have Learned

A reflective list of 50 Spiritual and Life Lessons the author has learned in the course of this lifetime.  (7 pgs; digital/.pdf file)

Free

(2)

545

Companion To History

A memoir describing some of the author’s international travels, and his interactions with, and guidance from, the Universe. (4 pgs; digital/pdf file)

Free

(2)

 

 

 

 

HISTORY / SOCIAL COMMENTARY

 

301

The Myths Of Our Founding Fathers And Their Constitution

                                                                        978-0-9895428-3-8

This narrative helps us to understand the diversity of thought, the balancing of interests, and the fragility of the 118 Revolutionary and Constitutional Founders of this Republic as they struggled to overcome their deep divisions and divided perspectives to create a new whole: the United States of America.

$15.00

(1,3,4,5,7)

305

Conversations With America: Confronting The Divisive Challenges Of Our Time                                                        978-0-9895428-5-2

This book is a collection of essays selected from over 10 years and 240 writings on the author’s non-partisan social commentary blog. These essays are intended to help each reader’s understanding, perspectives and conclusions about these important issues, thereby encouraging a new thoughtful and respectful national conversation.

$17.00

(1,3,5,7)

 

 

 

 

SPIRITUAL REFERENCES

 

201

Comparative Spiritual Historical Timelines


A side-by-side chart showing the worldwide historical events in the development of many of the major religions.  (23 pgs; digital/.pdf file)

Free

(2)

204

Survey of Creation Stories From Across The World

An assemblage of over 50 creation stories from religions and cultures across the globe.  (99 pgs; digital/.pdf file)

Free

(2)

207

The 613 Commandments of the Torah As Listed By Maimonides

A recompilation of the 613 Torah Commandments as extracted by the 12th-century Spanish rabbi and scholar Moses Maimonides.  (63 pgs; digital/.pdf file)

Free

(2)

210

Buddhism By The Numbers: A Reference Guide

A bullet-list of many of the various concepts in the Buddhist dharma (teachings), ordered by the numbered content of individual principles.  (23 pgs; digital/.pdf file)

Free

(2)

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