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21 of 23 found the following review helpful:
 Seekers of Inner Transformation Mar 20, 2005
By D. A. Schneider
This is the book for you!
Ms. Telyndru, has mastered the art of weaving a story so symbolic and archetypal in nature, yet profoundly real and accessible. From her book: "The Allegory of Avalon is profound in its simplicity; the path to reaching her shores is well marked. We are called to cross the lake-to embark upon the journey through the Unconscious-the watery realm of memory and emotion. From here we must part the mists-rending the veil of illusion that obscures our clarity of sight. This artifice is the greatest barrier keeping us from obtaining our true goal-reaching the Island of Avalon. The Holy Isle represents the truth of our sacred nature-the paradisiacal existence of the actualized Self."
Ms. Telyndru, takes us on a grand journey of self-discovery. She has effectively termed this process the Cycle of Healing-using the force and power of Mother Nature, we are moved delightfully through each of the seasons with the exercises provided. We begin to tune into this external cycle and move it inward providing a unique catalyst for inner transformation. From the book: "The ebb and flow of the tides of the Earth, Sun, Moon and Stars are but repetitions of the Great Cycle, the very nature of the energetic workings of the Universe. Coming to understand this Cycle, and learning to harness its energy by working within its parameters is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves... one of the greatest tools in our quest for inner growth and understanding. We are a part of the Universe, not apart from it, and becoming conscious of the mechanics of the Universe gives us great insight into our inner Universe as well. As above, so below. As within, so without."
Yet, as with any good book there is more. We are also taken on a journey through the landscape of Avalon, tying in the tangibility of the land with the intangibleness of the inner process grounding us in the work of our inner transformation through the Cycle of Healing.
17 of 19 found the following review helpful:
An amazing journey for the soul! Mar 14, 2005
By S. Farrar
"Sharone"
This book is not only connected to the Celtic-Avalonian archetype like no other, it takes its readers through a transformational journey of the soul. This book gives insights, lessons & tools for growth. Jhenah's style of writing is simply wonderful, she is concise and yet descriptive in a way that captivating. Her ability to bring you to her writing & connect with the archetype and landscape of Avalon is like no other I've read!! This is an amazing book for all people regardless of their spiritual persuasion. Her work & perspectives brings healing of the self into the for-front of connection with the Divine, the land, & most of all ourselves. I highly recommend this book for anyone on a path of healing to bring forth their sovereign selves.
15 of 17 found the following review helpful:
The book about Avalon we've all be waiting for! Apr 15, 2005
By Silverbranch
Anyone interested in walking the path of the Avalon needs to get this book. Finally! Something that takes all of the mythology, legend, history and spiritual mysteries and puts it into a context that permits the seeker and lover of Avalon to truly find their way to the shores of the Priestess Isle. The author puts forth some interesting theories, which she backs using good scholarship and symbolic analysis of myth and the sacred landscape. The crux of the book, and the success of the author, is that you are given tools and enough information to open the doors to the mysteries of Avalon for yourself. She doesn't ask you to take her word for it. Rather, she invites you to take the experiential road, and discover Avalon where it resides within each of us.
The book gave me a great deal to think about in terms of my own personal unfolding while also giving great tools, meditations (imrams) and rituals to connect with the Goddesses of Avalon, the Island of Avalon, and the Priestess of Avalon inside of me. "Avalon Within" is refreshing in that you come away from it not feeling limited by what was written in the book. Instead, the author has planted seeds for growth inside of you, and where you take it is completely up to you. I'm going to go back for a second read-through, and am sure to refer back to this book in my practice often. Highly recommended!
14 of 16 found the following review helpful:
The book for birthing your authentic priestess self... Oct 11, 2005
By L. Feldmann
"Avalon Within" is easily identifiable as a culmination of years and years of scholarly research, study, and personal path and growth. More than any other book I have read on the vast subject of Avalon and the Celts, this book provides you with the means to access the realm of Ancient Avalon yourself, and to utilize the power there to transform your life. Truly a book for anyone even remotely interested in Avalon and THE book for those women searching for its Holy Isle and searching for themselves.
14 of 16 found the following review helpful:
Finally, a book that helps you look within! Apr 17, 2006
By NightHawk007
"Grad Student"
I like how the author of "Avalon Within" makes a connection with women cycles, earth cycles, nature cylces, etc. The other thing I like is how she presents each aspect of her tradition with not only legend and myth background, but also substance and historical facts, so that it is up to the reader to see for themselves what to believe in. She also references other books on certain topics for further reading. After reading "Avalon Within," I learned that in the Celtic Welsh tradition, they believed in 5 goddesses and that one could apply the goddesses to yourself, by having each one represent a certain aspect of the "whole" you. This is MY interpretation of the goddesses. Because of these analogies and interesting points of view, I was attracted to the book and Avalon tradition. It's just another way of helping women improve themselves, feel more confident about themselves, and become a better all-round person. The book takes you on a journey to look "within" and see what aspects of yourself you would like to change for the better: Do you want to be a better - healer, lover, mother, nurturer, etc. and what do you need to do to become this person? I enjoyed this book :)
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