Elemental Shaman: One Man's Journey Into the Heart of Humanity, Spirituality & Ecology (Paperback)

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"Beautifully written, intriguing and mysterious, a
work both of adventure and of serious research."
—Graham Hancock, international bestselling
author of Fingerprints of the Gods

"Omar's adventures in Elemental Shaman are
inspiring and lively, with a lot of useful insight and inspiration." —Robert A. F. Thurman, professor of Buddhist studies at Columbia University and author of Why the Dalai Lama Matters

This fascinating true story chronicles one man's journey into the mysteries of spiritual consciousness and the indigenous healing practices of four shamanistic traditions: Toltec, Cherokee, Maya, and Buddhist.

In his travels around the globe, Rosales witnesses the powerful channeled spirit Niño Fidencio, receives messages and healing from a Toltec shaman, and experiences a dramatic soul retrieval from a Cherokee spiritwalker. Rosales travels to Guatemala, where he meets a Mayan high priestess, or a'j' r'ij, and the secret brotherhoods called cofradias, whose mission is to guard Maximón, the last living Mayan god. Rosales's last journey is to Bhutan, the Land of the Thunder Dragon, where he spends time with a holy lama.

"Superb. A real thriller!"
—Carmen Harra, Ph.D., author of Everyday Karma

 

About the Author

Omar W. Rosales (Vancouver) is a world traveler who writes extensively on the topic of archaeology, culture, and spiritual matters. He holds degrees in anthropology, economics, and law.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Llewellyn Publications (April 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0738715018
• ISBN-13: 978-0738715018
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #146,731 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A top recommendation, October 14, 2009

By	Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

People will travel thousands of miles just to gain a greater understanding of the universe. "Elemental Shaman: One Man's Journey into the Heart of Humanity, Spirituality, & Ecology" is a delve into the Shamanistic traditions of four cultures and how author Omar W. Rosales embraced them for a greater understanding of the spiritual world as a whole. A worthwhile read for anyone seeking to experience spirituality through the scopes of multiple religions, "Elemental Shaman" is a top recommendation.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A true blessing, October 3, 2009

By	Andrea E. Fobbs "drea1227" (mount vernon, ny) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Omar Rosales starts this journey with a humble heart, strong spiritual guidance and adventure of a lifetime . Amazing in detailed locations and spiritual channeling,this is a book for everyone seeking peace and love .A must read. Experience the healings , the messages and the pure joy that we all must confront ourselves and just flow , Nature is calling and calling in a very big way .Let this book inspire you to start your own destiny walk .Beautiful read .Yes I said it , loved the book !!!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Elemental Shaman, October 2, 2009

By	Tami Brady "Whole Health Therapist" (Calgary, Canada) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

Sometimes in life we have defining moments that change our lives forever. It could be a flash of clarity or a strange experience that gnaws at our sensibilities. More often than not though, we have no idea where that instant in time will take us. Really, all we can do is follow the breadcrumbs of life hoping we are headed the right direction.

Elemental Shaman looks at one man's journey. This trek begins with a strange incident. The man's mother suddenly becomes ill after she finds ash surrounding her car. This leads the man to a shaman and an important vision that foretells a new way of being for this man.

Elemental Shaman is both entertaining and enlightening. The author guides the reader through a variety of different beliefs and traditions showing not only the inherent similarities of such but that we can choose our own way by taking pieces that resonate with us. In the end, we find something uniquely our own.