Book – Altars (Shrines / Everyday Life) - Linn
Home altars have been used since ancient times throughout the world, yet today, many people think altars are only of significance inside a church. In this beautiful, lavishly illustrated gift book, Denise Linn reclaims the altar for today's spiritual seeker. She explains why people need altars and shows the many different uses to which altars may be dedicated, such as celebrating or mourning significant life events or working through troubled times. Altars allow us to create a sacred space away from ordinary life where we can remind ourselves of the profound mysteries of creation.The approach of this book is also practical, with clear advice on how to prepare and purify an altar of your own. Denise explains the significance of the various objects you can choose to place on your altar and gives advice on the different rituals and ceremonies you can perform in front of it. Whether inside the home, at the office, or outside in the natural world, altars allow us to create a personal space and bring meaning to our lives.