Books published by publisher Benben Publications

To help celebrate the fourth centenary of the birth of St. John of the Cross in 1542, Edith Stein received the task of preparing a study of his writings. She uses her skill as a philosopher to enter into an illuminating reflection on the difference between the two symbols of cross and night. Pointing out how entering the night is synonymous with carrying the cross, she provides a condensed presentation of John's thought on the active and passive nights, as discussed in The Ascent of Mount Carmel and The Dark Night. All of this leads Edith to speak of the glory of resurrection that the soul shares, through a unitive contemplation described chiefly in The Living Flame of Love. In the summer of 1942, the Nazis without warrant took Edith away. The nuns found the manuscript of this profound study lying open in her room. Because of the Nazis' merciless persecution of Jews in Germany, Edith Stein traveled discreetly across the border into Holland to find safe harbor in the Carmel of Echt. But the Nazi invasion of Holland in 1940 again put Edith in danger. The cross weighed down heavily as those of Jewish birth were harassed. Sr. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross's superiors then assigned her a task they thought would take her mind off the threatening situation. The fourth centenary of the birth, of St. John of the Cross (1542) was approaching, and Edith could surely contribute a valuable study for the celebration. It is no surprise that in view of her circumstances she discovered in the subject of the cross a central viewpoint for her study. A subject like this enabled her to grasp John's unity of being as expressed in his life and works. Using her training in phenomenology, she helps the reader apprehend the difference in the symbolic character of cross and night and why the night-symbol prevails in John. She clarifies that detachment is designated by him as a night through which the soul must pass to reach union with God and points out how entering the night is equivalent to carrying the cross. Finally, in a fascinating way Edith speaks of how the heart or fountainhead of personal life, an inmost region, is present in both God and the soul and that in the spiritual marriage this inmost region is surrendered by each to the other. She observes that in the soul seized by God in contemplation all that is mortal is consumed in the fire of eternal love. The spirit as spirit is destined for immortal being, to move through fire along a path from the cross of Christ to the glory of his resurrection.

If want to enrich your travels with the most popular and useful German phrases and vocabulary close at hand, then keep reading...This phrasebook will help those who want to gain practical knowledge of the German language. It is the ideal companion for traveling to German-speaking countries, as it makes it easy to communicate without any knowledge of the language. Clearly arranged according to situations, it offers practical help with the most important words, phrases, and topics. Here's just a tiny fraction of topics you'll discover:Good To KnowPronunciationTips For Becoming A Better SpeakerThe BasicsUseful Verbs and AdjectivesArriving At the Airport and Traveling By PlaneGetting Around: Car, Bus, Train or Cab?AccommodationAt the Restaurant, Food, and CookingThe SupermarketShoppingPost Office, the Bank, and TelephoneThe Body and Going to the DoctorHair/Beauty Salon and Going OutArt, Culture and Typical German TopicsFamily and RelationshipsWork and EducationOpinions, Descriptions, Likes and DislikesEmergenciesAnd much, much moreSo if you want to make your stay in German-speaking countries as fun and easy as possible, then scroll up and click the "add to cart" button!

Kitty Alone is the latest in a series of captivating picture books, each based on a beloved songtale from the great American folk music heritage. This beautifully illustrated version sets the song in the Appalachian Mountains and uses a bobcat, called a “woods ghost” by locals, as the title character. Like the other titles in the First Steps in Music series, Kitty Alone includes song history and notation, along with a free download link for the song, sung by Jill Trinka.

Classic folk music and colorful illustrations tell this funny tale of a little man who tries to help his sick wife feel better by granting her wish to dine on crabfish. Upon being presented to his wife for her examination, the wily crustacean pops up and grabs her by the nose. Passed down for 400 years through song, this folktale continues the oral tradition. The new edition includes a link to a free mp3 download featuring two versions of the song, one with a singer and the other with an accompaniment for singing along.

The other day,I met a bear,Out in the woods,A-way out there The beloved echo song “The Other Day I Met a Bear” is beautifully rendered in this illustrated picture book. A favorite camping song for generations, this whimsical work is paired with a history and notation of the song as well as a link to a free download of two audio versions of the song—one with singing and an instrumental. Serving as a preservation of the heritage of great folk music, this book is true treasure for the whole family to enjoy time and again.

If you want to discover the captivating history of the Holy Roman Empire, then keep reading...Beginning with Charlemagne, the great and educated king who would serve as an inspiration for world leaders from Frederick II to Adolf Hitler, the Holy Roman Empire's intricate ties with the Roman Catholic Church would provide for plenty of excitement and drama in its early years. However, as the empire staggered through the Middle Ages and into the Renaissance, it would eventually be forced to declare its allegiance with a new way of thinking: Protestantism.Throughout the story of the Holy Roman Empire, a wealth of fascinating tales from interesting people proliferates. Monks and emperors will clash, poets sing the praises of kings, and the pope rides blind and bareback on a frightened donkey through the streets of Rome. The mightiest monarch in all of the world walks barefoot in the snow in repentance for his angry deeds, and two rival families stand toe-to-toe for the monarchy. Crusades are lost in war and won in diplomacy, while kings are held ransom, revolts are suppressed, and antipopes crowned. And this incredible tale spanning a full millennium is ready and waiting for you to turn the next page. In The Holy Roman Empire: A Captivating Guide to the Union of Smaller Kingdoms That Started During the Early Middle Ages and Dissolved During the Napoleonic Wars, you will discover topics such as The First Roman Empire The Carolingians A Formal Emperor The Caligula of Christianity Antipope The Walk to Canossa The Hohenstaufen Dynasty Begins The Red-Bearded Warrior King Captor of the Lionheart Stupor Mundi The Great Interregnum The King of Peace The Rise of the Habsburgs The Reformation Eight Million Dead The Dissolution And much, much more! So if you want to learn more about the history of the Holy Roman Empire, scroll up and click the "add to cart" button!

Beautiful and attractive books from the most prominent collector and advocator of the rich heritage and diversity of folk songs For generations, neighborhood kids would gather to skip rope, bounce balls, play hand-clapping games, or choose one another to be the first “it” in a game with a counting-out rhyme. The songs and rhymes in this book were made by playing these games and are a great foundation for music learning. By sharing these songs and rhymes with students during music class, today’s students will discover the joy of music and, hopefully, share the songs, rhymes, and games in this collection with their friends and family. The songs are organized into five distinct categories: Hand Clapping, Jump Rope, Ball Bouncing, Counting Out, and Passing and Stick Games.

“What took you so long? I’ve been waiting for you.” – Daisy HamptonAll of Daisy’s life she’s looked forward to her twenty second birthday. She looked forward to finding the betrothal box with the customary white ribbon on her doorstep. At twenty-five, Daisy is unsure of if she will ever find true love or not. Although her parents consistently assure her that her time will come, Daisy can’t help but wonder if there’s something wrong with her or if her husband is even in Crimson Trails. Levi Graham left Crimson Trails to join the Navy when he was nineteen. Yes, he was aware of the betrothal tradition and the fact that there was a woman whose heart wouldn’t find rest until he returned, but for his own personal reasons Levi had to leave his old life behind. Eight years later, Levi returns to Crimson Trails, and he’s ready to pick up right where he left off. There’s just one problem – the woman that has been promised to him has promised herself to someone else.When Daisy is presented with an opportunity to open a second floral shop in Memphis she sees that as an opportunity to also date and find the man of her dreams on her own terms. Will Levi be able to convince her to remain in Crimson Trails to allow their love to be nurtured and bloom like the flowers she’s so passionate about? Or will their love wither and die because of the time he spent away from home? Please note: “To Take: Crimson Trails Series” is an ongoing novella series spinoff from “To Take: A Novella.” Each story will feature a completely different couple, and the couples do not connect in any way besides being in the same town. The series can be read in any order. There will be no cliffhangers.

Kay & Ray show children God's word is just as relevant today as when it was originally written. Preschoolers to 2nd graders will love this series.It's much more fun to play at your best friend's house than do the chores mom asks you to do...at least that's what Kay thinks. Just as Jonah needed several chances to listen to God, Kay learns the hard way to listen the first time. Begin an important discussion with your child about listening to God by purchasing Listening to Mom today.

Serving the shortest presidential term in American history, William Henry Harrison never had the opportunity to demonstrate his skills as the chief executive. Like Andrew Jackson, Harrison was elected largely on the basis of his reputation as an Indian fighter and a successful major general in the War of 1812. When Harrison ran for president in 1840, his campaign was like no other—parades, slogans, whiskey, and songs rallied the populace to come out and vote for the old frontiersman and war hero. In the presidential campaign, he carefully avoided taking a stand on important national issues, rather, “Old Tip,” as he was known, ran a campaign based on the themes the common man could relate to. The public shouted the campaign slogan “Tippecanoe and Tyler too!” and turned out in record numbers, and General Harrison and his running mate John Tyler won by a landslide over the incumbent president Martin Van Buren. For a reason not known to history, William Henry chose not to wear an overcoat on the cold March day of his inauguration. After a parade up Pennsylvania Avenue to the Capitol, he then delivered one of the longest inaugural speeches in presidential history. That evening was filled with inaugural balls and by the end of that long day, the sixty-eight-year-old president was worn out. There was no time for rest as he was barraged with people looking for a government job, and his political cronies had a long list of favors for the new president to fulfill. After a few busy weeks, the cold he had been fighting off turned into pneumonia and he became bedridden. Just a month after being sworn in as the ninth president of the United States, William Henry Harrison died, going down in history as the president with the shortest term in office. Though his term in office was short, he had accomplished much for the public good in his long military and political career leading up to the presidency.“William Henry Harrison: A Short Biography” reveals the life and times of the ninth president of the United States. 30-Minute Book SeriesThis is the 37th book in the 30-Minute Book Series. Books in this series are fast-paced, accurate, and cover the story in as much detail as a short book possibly can. Most people complete each book in less than an hour, which makes the books in the series a perfect companion for your lunch hour or a little down time. About the AuthorDoug West is a retired engineer and an experienced non-fiction writer with several books to his credit. His writing interests are general, with special expertise in history, science, biographies, and “How To” topics. Doug has a Ph.D. in General Engineering from Oklahoma State University.

This charming, brightly colored book details an exciting adventure of a boy and his animal friends as he talks to God in his own way!Have you ever wondered if God hears your prayers? Maybe you think you are too small to pray. No way! You can talk to God anytime in your own special way. You can even talk to Him while you play! "My Prayer" contains vibrant, eye catching illustrations by Nazarina Power that will excite the senses and keep your toddlers and preschoolers engaged. Parents can use this delightfully joyful book to teach their little ones how to connect with God and to show them that they are never too small to pray!