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To Walk with Lions: 7 Spiritual Principles I Learned from Living with Lions

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The lion has long been regarded by many peoples of the world as a highly symbolic and spiritual animal. Indeed, we see many powerful and positive attributes in the lion. Many even see a little bit of God in the lion! (I certainly do.) As a result, the lion is found everywhere in our cultral symbolism. But, imagine now being with real lions-- lions who you called friends and soulmates , and whom you lived with in the wild. From this experience Gareth Patterson has seen that the spiritual nature of lions goes far beyond symbolism. Lions have much to teach us that will make us kinder, gentler, yet stronger and and more courageous, but at the same time more balanced and loving humans. Lions even have things to teach us about eternity and the afterlife. If you are willing to spend some quality time pondering the things that make lions lions, yu can start to adopt these positive principles into your own life. Although this book approaches these learning exercises from a meditative standpoint, they are easily adapted to what ever religious worldview you may hold. As a lion lover of many years, I quickly learned that I was already discovering these principles and was beginning to apply them even before I had read this book. So, if you want to really experience the gentle, powerful, beautiful truths that have been till now the domain of the King of Beasts, find yourself a quiet spot and curl up with this book!

What a wonderful book to have and to keep, and to read again and again. There is so much to learn from it. I find myself often relying on the wisdom I've gained from this book to give me strength and courage when I most need it. I admire the author for his love and understanding of lions, and for writing this profoundly inspirational book.

Gareth Patterson is one of those people who actually do what others only dream. He worked with lions in Africa, continuing the remarkable work of George Adamson. The book is not only a treatise on his work with lions but also points out the spiritual qualities of those most remarkable of animals. Mankind has always had a sort of love affair with the lion. To witness their symbolic use in flags, heralds and crests across the world and throughout history, we know this to be a truth. Gareth Patterson has worked long and hard to help keep the lions of Africa safe. This book is not only a 'must buy' but one that you will keep and take out of the shelf and reread many times. It is also a wonderful gift for friends and loved ones going through stressful times.