Encyclopedia of mystics, saints & sages A guide to asking for protection, wealth, happiness, and everything else!

Judika Illes

Book - 2011

Throughout history, people of all countries, cultures, and religious traditions have looked beyond the grave for help in facing life's problems. Here, author Judika Illes pulls together the stories, myths, and legends about the mystics, saints, and sages who people have called upon for help. Including saints from all traditions--Buddhist, Christian, Jewish, Pagan, Sufi, and more--this is the essential guide for all who are interested in folklore, mythology, and history, and will help seekers identify whom to approach for assistance with any situation.--From publisher description.

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Subjects
Genres
Encyclopedias
Published
New York, NY : HarperOne 2011.
Language
English
Main Author
Judika Illes (-)
Edition
1st ed
Physical Description
viii, 726 pages ; 25 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 719-726).
ISBN
9780062009579
  • Introduction: Your friends, allies, and guardians from beyond the grave
  • Ghosts and vampires
  • Ancestors, spirit guides, and saints
  • Stars and martyrs
  • Working with the saints
  • Finding your saints
  • Using this book
  • Glossary
  • Mystics, saints, and sages: A-Z
  • Appendix I: Calendar systems
  • Appendix II: Saints and their patronages.