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The Holy Order of Water: Healing the Earth's Waters and Ourselves

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William E. Marks provides an exquisite, holistic analysis of water. While fundamentalist visions of the end of times pervade the consciousness of our faltering species, Marks gives a healthy, grounded alternative for those who seek the evolution of humanity. The mystery of water is deeply engaged, as Mark's account flows through science, religion, health, history, and philosophy proving that reverence for water has always been and continues to be our saving grace. Revere water, revere life.

William Mark's incredible journey is of relational knowing. One that is timeless creation that speaks to each and everyone through spirit, academic findings, wonder and proactive awareness. His book has enlivened my senses of sustaining life and believe that his knowledge should be read by all who care of life and also those working in the field of hydrology.

The Holy Order of Water gives the reader an experts intimate
perspective on water and life.Marks' water journey takes us to places we've never been before... from the origins of life on this and other planets to the historial rituals and roles that water has played throughout civilization.Health and healing issues that are influenced by water and its magical properties are explored in depth based upon the latest scientific research,as well as the authors life changing personal experience
with water as a healing agent.His story line alerts us to the
urgency of enviromental controls necessary to insure the safeguard and preservation of our most precious resource.Must reading for all who cherish the taste of pure water enjoyed by our forefathers.

This book is as important to the Earth as Water itself. Many of us are increasingly concerned about what we are doing to the environment. Our concerns about the plight of water and its importance to the survival of life on this planet are addressed magnificently in this book that describes powers of water of which even I was unaware!

Water is a mystical, magical substance, and oh how we take it for granted; filling it with carmel coated sugar substances for profit; tossing our waste products into it as if it had no value of its own, wasting it on "the perfect lawn" which servies absolutely no purpose or function, or even washing our cars, which cry the death knoll of Earth daily.

Care enough about Water to read this book. Pass it on to your friends. Give it as a gift for Arbor Day, Earth Day, Valentine's day. It's the most important book you will read this year.

The Holy Order of Water is a beautiful orchestra of science, spirituality, healing and hope. Throughout the book, William Marks weaves his awe-inspiring adventures of life and love with water. While Marks makes the interconnectivity between mankind, water and the universe utterly clear; you get that his relationship with water is special. He is not just giving us information or telling the story of water; he loves it deeply. His commitment and passion is beautiful and it makes this book wholly unique and fascinating. I read this book in a day and I continue to go back to it for specific water-related facts, quotes, and information on people/places referenced in the book.

I slogged my way through this book; and there are some interesting facts in there about water and the environment. But this turned out to be the author's personal story--a kind of alternative, visionary self-help book. The following is a typical excerpt along those lines from this book:

"One common method for healing the body with dew is to kneel in the nude and brush the open fingers and palms of one's hands across dew-laden vegetation.... Another method for touching the body with dew is to lie down naked on soft dewy grass and roll about. This is especially cosmic when done under one's celestial birth sign or when the light of the Moon is smiling or in full bloom."

If this is what you're seeking, this is your book. If you were hoping for a discussion of environmental issues, look elsewhere.

I really enjoyed this book because it intersperses scientific, historical, healing and spiritual aspects of water with personal stories from the author that enliven and illuminate, like the trek across country by horseback and his healing through water therapy. And then there's the fascinating new science stuff like vortexes, interstellar water, water as the carrier of our thoughts within our brains and so on. Highly recommended!

William Mark's book, Holy Order of Water is extraordinary. It has given me soulful connection in understanding water and what it really means for us, as humans, and for myself, personally. The book is filled with fascinating scientific information that I can read (and have chosen to re-read, time and time again), as it enlightens even a non scientist, like myself, to understand what is happening with our water and what we can ultimately do to survive. The wealth of content on rituals and traditions with water throughout the world and time makes this book a valuable resource. Mark's bold statement of "polluting our planet's water is the same as poisoning the blood in our bodies" illustrates his strong passion on the subject and his ability to awakens the reader to the urgency for change. Marks' intimate relationship with water touches on all levels from the physical, mental, to spiritual and is awe-inspiring. It is sublime and yet profound. Holy Order of Water is truly an enjoyable and intriguing read.

Some of my favorite quotes from the book are:
"As we continue to evolve, we will learn how water was, is and always will be the source of our awakening and survival;" "The more of us who believe in the idea that we can create a world that lives in harmony with the teachings of water, the greater the possibility that it will happen in reality;" "You, and your offspring, as members of the human race will either survive or die according to your relationship with water;" "Whatever your situation, there are opportunities available for you to help yourself, your family, and humanity to enjoy a better life through water, and to reduce your life's negative impact on our sensitive water world."

I highly recommend this book.

I foresee the Holy Order of Water becoming the definitive reference standard for both students and scholars in the realm of environmental studies. There is something in this book for everyone as it takes the reader on a fascinating journey from waters history to our health; from global geography to our current state of ecological crisis. It ultimately gives us hope for tomorrow and sparks in the reader an incentive to take action to conserve, and not take for granted, this precious resource.

Marks' fine book has educated and inspired me to be more sensitive towards water conservation efforts in my community, and more aware of how important water is to every facet of human existence. Most of all, Marks' writing style makes complicated scientific theories accessible to the "average reader" like me. His stories of his travels and experiences are vivid and fascinating. I've bought several copies of this book for my friends, too. If the politicians in Washington had read this book, we might have a better future.