Drawing on lessons from the past, this book takes construction and architecture into a whole new dimension. New age teacher Samuel Welsh, reveals the secrets of the ancient builders of such sacred places as Stonehenge, Machu Picchu, and the pyramids. He shows how techniques used to build ancient churches and monuments can be applied today to create sacred spaces in our homes and in our communities. Sacred space brings grace, harmony, and joy to those within it. But it offers tangible benefits as well. Environments that carry sacred energies have long been known to enhance quality of life, improve health, and increase longevity. Many of the techniques described in this book are intended for those involved in building design and construction such as architects, land use planners, and community developers. Yet, because most of these approaches are simple enough to be used on a smaller scale, Welsh explains in simple terms how anyone can create sacred spaces that bring peace and serenity into their hectic life. He includes step-by-step suggestions for designing sacred spaces on a more intimate scale such as quiet retreats, meditation rooms, and spaces to enjoy creative activities.

This book explores how public space in Republican Rome was an unstable category marked, experienced, and defined by multiple actors and audiences.

Sacred Places.

Sacred spaces shape our identity and reflect our values. Learn how creating, defining, and maintaining sacred spaces in a community can be enriching - and sometimes controversial.

Building communicate. Stained glass windows, high altars, multi-purpose worship/gymnasium spaces, Plexiglas pulpits, padded pews--these and all other architectural elements say something about a congregation's theology and mission. They point to a faith community's beliefs about worship, identity, purpose, and more. From the stark simplicity of a Quaker meetinghouse to the splendor of a Romanesque Revival building, sacred spaces speak loudly. What they say can either reinforce a congregation's mission or detract from it. Holy Places is designed to be used by congregations who are involved in or are contemplating work on their facilities. This could include renovation, remodeling, expansion, or building. No matter how extensive the project, approaching the work with mission at the forefront is the key to having a final result that strengthens the congregation's ministry. The process outlined in this book--discern, decide, do--lets congregations begin where they are and provides the help they need to move to the next level.

A reminder of the Divine, a space for spiritual encounter, or a focal point for meditation--the altar is a powerful tool for people of all faiths. Sandra Kynes demonstrates how to create personal altars and empower these sacred spaces according to your needs. Discover how to harness energies to manifest change, make decisions, receive wisdom, find balance, explore your soul, and grow spiritually. Kynes's unique approach provides nine overall matrices--each one corresponding to the number of objects placed on the altar--and the numerological significance of each. You'll also find suggested meditations and a wealth of helpful information--spanning chakras, colors, days of the week, elements, gemstones, gods/goddesses, runes, and more--for choosing appropriate symbols and objects that reflect your needs.

Learn to create altars and sacred spaces to bring magic into your daily life with The Book of Altars and Sacred Spaces.