One if the great wise men
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These older breed of super men were more open and explicit with their philosophy.  If you want to learn what it takes to be successful, this is the perfect book.
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This is a great story of life by a man who has a great life of his own.  Gil is my father-in-law  and has been a part of my life for 42 years.  Over those years I have heard many of his stories and this great book opens those stories up for the whole world.  I hope that many will read this book, learn from this story and benefit from the lessons to be learned.  Read this story with an open mind and an open heart - feel the love of life in this woman.  May Gil keep up the work and give us more lessons from his own life.
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Great story  Loved it, he seems to tell it like it is.thank god we have guys like this god bless these men
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What a great way to start my day. This is a very inspirational quote from one of the most spitual men on the planet. It is quite attractively made as well.
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Gregory Diehl is wise beyond his years, and shares a great deal of his wisdom in this book.

This prose work is a poetic love story to the self and love of all humans.  It is a chapter by chapter prodding for exploration of human existence all across the world, and for self-discovery (the main point).

There is a reason Thoreau went to the woods.  There is a reason that Bilbo did not want to leave home, and that Frodo was eager to go not only to Rivendell but on into Mordor.  There is a reason Thoreau came back, and that Bilbo was able to go home again but Frodo was not.

Do you know yourself?  Do you know why you believe the things you do?  Are you ready to examine and challenge those beliefs?  Are you ready to step out of you comfort zone on an adventure of self-discovery and enlightenment?  Dont be afraid to do it.  Be afraid not to.

Pick up this book for yourself, and buy a second to give away to a young person in your life that you care about.
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Some of the quotes in this book are fairly well known (or, at least, I have seen them before) such as:

A man should learn to detect and watch that gleam of light which flashes across his mind from within more than the lustre of the firmament of bards and sages. Yet he dismisses without notice this thought because it is his. In every work of genius we recognize our own reflected thoughts; they come back to us with a certain alienated majesty. Great works of art have no more affecting lesson for us than this. They teach us to abide by our spontaneous impression with a good-humored inflexibility greater than most when the whole cry of voices is on the other side. Else tomorrow a stranger will say with masterly good sense precisely what we have thought and felt all the time, and we shall be forced to take with shame our own opinion from another.  Ralph Waldo Emerson, p. 254

But they are food for thought nevertheless.  This short book contain several pithy quotes worth pondering, such as:

Information is only a means of insight, and in itself of little or no value; that it is his way of thinking that makes a man a philosopher.  With by far the largest number of learned men, knowledge is a...philosopher means, not an end.  Arthur Schopenhauer, p. 236

His view of history is also reflected in his other book, "History has much to Tell," but I like his two companion books on metaphysics the best: "The Conscious Interlude" and "The Sanctuary of Self."
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What a great good to read. He gives insights to meeting Hitler and Goering, while providing insight to what is was like in a fighter squadron on the Eastern Front. The style is little dry...similar to a diary. But, to read Rudel's commitment to the struggle and the fight for Germany is truly inspiring. What a great, honorable and noble man!
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Jesus or Yeshua, was greeted by the three "wise men", a.k.a. the "Magi". It is these Magi who were followers of Zoroaster. A MUST-READ for anyone who is inspired by Religion and spirituality.
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All are an incredible body of work and insight.

If everyone could realize their own essential nature and the Oneness that implies, there would be peace on Earth in a very short while.

Warmest Wishes Guys,
Ye shall know them by their
Great Works.

NowHere,

Fla.
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One of my favorite Christmas sayings that I can share as I drive.  Wise men do still seek Him, and become wiser as they come to know Him.  Lovely graphics.
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Don't pass up reading this one. I first became aware of this read through topics at my Unity of Phoenix church.  It's a very wise read with great inspiration. Very highly recommended.
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Seven Men: And the Secret of Their Greatness, was such an encouraging and challenging book. It expanded my view of these great men of history. I was moved by their personal struggles, their deep faith, and their lasting legacy. We need these reminders everyday.
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A great book for men of any age. Talking in a meaningful away about virtue and give ancient and modern examples of men with manly virtues. A must read for any man in self-development and seeking motivation. A rare find!
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Wise Words: The Philosophy of Darinism is an illumination for all people who walk this planet with a purpose. Reading any page of this book will immediately change ones thoughts to expand on what is most pressing to the soul at the time. a wise man once said "brevity is wisdom," I believe in very few words; Darin will make you wiser as you make your way to the source of all wisdom.
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Beautiful wemen are ment to be seen and ad ayers,they in turne bring good will as well. They are not to be insulted like same ignorant men do
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Written for monastics, but I found a great deal of wisdom and insight in here for me, an Orthodox Chrisitan living in the world and who struggles on to finish the race. This is a book I read every second Great Lent [I switch between this and St John Climacus' "The Ladder of Divine Ascent"] and each time I read it I am encouraged, challenged and edified by the wisdom of St Ignatius. Thanks be to God indeed for the wisdom of His Saints, and thanks to Archimandrite Lazarus for his translating of this fine work
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After his family is brutally killed, Shinhon vows to avenge their death. He seeks the Masters help who agrees to help him if he commits himself to becoming his apprentice. In 8 Wisdoms: The greatest adventure is the search for wisdom, written by Bobby Glen James, we follow Shinhon as he travels, under the guidance of the Master, in search of the 8 Wisdoms.

 In a relatively small book, Bobby Glen James managed to include so many insightful messages that can truly help the reader see the world more clearly and more positively. All the wisdoms connect to one another and together they help us live more harmoniously. The amazing thing is that we might already know many of this lessons, but we easily forget them. We should always remember that our mind and body are connected, that a lot can be learned from failure, that hardships make our lives more fulfilling, that the spirit is here to guide us, that a lot of happiness can be felt through service, that we should forgive and, must of all, we should love ourselves and others. These are just a few of the strong messages present in this book and they are all taught in an interactive way through Shinhons travels, his actions and the people he meets.

 I did feel that the writing dragged on sometimes, especially because large portions of text were written only in short, simple sentences. This reduced its fluidity and made the reading a bit tiring at some points. Some parts were also a bit repetitive, but that was a way to make the reader assimilate the information given. I also didn't quite appreciate when the author made use of the stories of Jack and the Beanstalk and Humpty Dumpty to illustrate one of his messages. I thought that this lesson could have been taught in a similar, yet less obvious, way.

 Despite these issues, 8 Wisdoms is still a really inspiring story that compels us to be a better version of ourselves. It teaches us that knowledge only turns into wisdoms if you know how to use it and that we shouldnt hold any grudges. It is a story of love, commitment and persistence that I highly recommend. It will certainly enlighten you!