Spirituality, unlike religion, can encompass many faiths or no faith at all. It is an intangible quality that serves to guide us through life's challenges, pitfalls, and even times of great joy. Here is a list of books that address human efforts toward spirituality from various angles and down different paths.
1. Abraham : A Journey to the Heart of Three Faiths by Bruce Feiler
A thoughtful and entertaining biography of Abraham, a figure central to Jews, Christians, and Muslims.
2. The Compassionate Life by The Dalai Lama
Culled from numerous lessons by his holiness, the Dalai Lama, this purpose of this collection of writings focuses on the arts of love, compassion, and happiness.
3. Everyday Zen: Love & Work by Charlotte Joko Beck
Charlotte Joko Beck makes Zen practice accessible and applicable to the everyday challenges of modern life.4. Nothing Sacred : The Truth About Judaism by Douglas Rushkoff
Nothing Sacred takes aim at its problems and offers startling and clearheaded solutions based on Judaism’s core values and teachings.5. The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
A journey in personal growth through spirituality in which Eckhart Tolle awakens the reader to the power of living fully in the present.6. Prayer Steps To Serenity: The Twelve Step Journey by L. G. Parkhurst Jr.
Based upon the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, Prayer Steps to Serenity gives the readers tools to overcome obstacles and sove problems with the power of prayer.7. The Purpose-Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here For? by Rick Warren
The #1 international bestseller! This 40-day spiritual journey will help you understand why you are alive and God’s amazing plan for you both now and for eternity.8. The Road to Mecca by Muhammad Asad
A powerful and beautiful autobiography by the grandson of a Central European Orthodox rabbi whose spiritual quest leads him on a winding road to Islam.9. A Travel Guide to Heaven by Anthony DeStefano
A tour of heavan in which DeStafano answers many of the questions one might have about the afterlife: What do we look like in heaven? Will pets be there? A nonacademic and wonderfully conversational depiction.10. A Year with C. S. Lewis by C.S. Lewis
Daily meditations on faith, love, miracles, and many other themes culled from C.S. Lewis' works.