The Deva Handbook: How to Work with Nature's Subtle Energies

by Nathaniel Altman

When we experience the powerful force of a waterfall, the elusive beauty of a rainbow, or the stark strength of a craggy expanse of cliff many of us have perceived “something else” that goes beyond the five feelings of peace, comfort, healing, and inspiration. Native traditions throughout the world have taught that these intuitive impressions are caused by the subtle forces of the living world. These forces are known by different angels, nature spirits, orishas, or by the Sanskrit term devas, meaning “the shining ones.” The Deva Handbook guides us back to these keepers of earth wisdom. The author draws on native traditions from around the world as well as modern teachings to explore the roles, characteristics, and significance of the devas. You can learn to communicate with the devas in a backyard garden, or near a tree in a city park. This illustrated handbook offers practical tools--including visualizations, prayers, and offerings--that will help you to get in touch with the “power spots” of nature and receive their healing energy.

Genres: Spirituality

176 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 1, 1995

About the author

Nathaniel Altman is a Brooklyn, New York -based writer, teacher and counselor who has authored more than twenty published books on peace studies, alternative healing, nature and relationship.

Reviews

[Iona Stewart · Rating 4 out of 5]

This wasn't the easiest of books for me to read, but was nonetheless inspiring, and I feel it has brought me closer to nature.

This important book contains much information otherwise rarely available.

Preliminary chapters illuminate us as to the development necessary in us humans in order to begin to establish a connection to devas and nature spirits - self-awareness, compassion, respect and humility being key words.

The final part of the book provides us with practical information for preparation to commune with these wise and mighty spirits. It is suggested to visit 'planetary power spots' like the Grand Canyon, Crater Lake, Mount Fuji or Niagara Falls, once prepared.

We learn that we may receive advice from devas on all, including personal, matters. Healing energy may be accessed for ourselves and others.

Like attracts like, so the more harmonious, loving and respectful we are, the greater
our chances of attracting contact with a high being.

In reality, nature is not divided into separate kingdoms, 'All of the natural world is related as one kingdom.'

I would recommend this book for those with a serious desire to communicate with the devic kingdom. A high-quality book.

[Claudia Loureiro · Rating 4 out of 5]

This wasn't the easiest of books for me to read, but was nonetheless inspiring, and I feel it has brought me closer to nature. This book contains much information otherwise rarely available. After starting reading the english version I noticed I had a portuguese one as well so I finished it in the portuguese version.
I would recommend this book for those with a serious desire to communicate with the devic kingdom.

I read both editions: portuguese and english

[Claudia Loureiro · Rating 4 out of 5]

This wasn't the easiest of books for me to read, but was nonetheless inspiring, and I feel it has brought me closer to nature. This book contains much information otherwise rarely available. After starting reading the english version I noticed I had a portuguese one as well so I finished it in the portuguese version.
I would recommend this book for those with a serious desire to communicate with the devic kingdom.

I read both editions: portuguese and english

[Katja · Rating 1 out of 5]

very basic, very repetitive, disappointing. maybe good for someone who has never done any type of spirit work before (in which case they might discover that indeed they did, just weren't aware of it) or wasn't familiar with animism? meh

[Katrina Dreamer · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good introductory guide for working with nature spirits. Has some helpful exercises and it is an easy read.