For generation after generation, Toltec shamans have passed down their wisdom through teaching stories. The purpose of these stories is to implant a seed of knowledge in the mind of the listener, where it can ultimately sprout and blossom into a new and better way of life.

In The Wisdom of the Shamans: What the Ancient Masters Can Teach Us about Love and Life, Toltec shaman and master storyteller Don Jose Ruiz shares some of the most popular stories from his family's oral tradition and offers corresponding lessons that illustrate the larger ideas within each story.

Ruiz begins by explaining that contrary to the stereotypical image of "witchdoctor", the ancient shamans were men and women who fulfilled several roles within their communities: philosopher, spiritual guide, medical doctor, psychologist, and friend.

According to Ruiz, their teachings are not primitive or reserved for a chosen few initiates but are instead a powerful series of lessons on love and life that are available us all. To that aim, he has included exercises, meditations, and shamanic rituals in an effort to help you experience the personal transformation these stories offer.

The shamans taught that the truth you seek is inside of you. Let these stories, lessons, and tools be your guide to finding the innate wisdom that lives within.

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Listening Length	3 hours and 9 minutes
Author	Don Jose Ruiz
Narrator	Charlie Varon
Whispersync for Voice	Ready
Audible.com Release Date	April 30, 2018
Publisher	Hierophant Corp
Program Type	Audiobook
Version	Unabridged
Language	English
ASIN	B07CRJYCHG
Best Sellers Rank	#10,344 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) #24 in Shamanism (Books) #60 in Other Religions, Practices & Sacred Texts (Audible Books & Originals) #316 in Spiritual Self-Help (Books)

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Mack

Shallow reading for those who are just curious...

Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2018

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This is not the book for the serious practitioner. If you are looking for real wisdom you may find this book too simple and shallow. Some of the concepts used here like "the story of the Eagle and the Snake" are completely misleading due to perhaps lack of historical knowledge form the Author. The story of the Eagle and the serpent is a religious fabrication from Christianity. In Native American culture the Serpent was never seen as a negative symbol. The negativity of the snake symbol comes from the Bible, not from American shamans. For those who are looking into deeper understanding and higher knowledge, I strongly recommend "Shamanism As a Spiritual Practice for Daily Life" by Thomas Dale Cowan and Tom Cowan.

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Mackenzie Hildebrand

The wisdom you seek is inside you - don Jose Ruiz

Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2018

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This book is very easy to read, it is interesting and educational on every page. I enjoyed learning about don Jose Ruizs hometown and the messages he brings from there. It is an interesting story of how the great city of the Aztecs, Tenochtitlan, started - which is where Mexico City is now. The shamans message from the fire to his people was "When the eagle of truth devours the snake of lies in the garden of your mind, then you will find a home within yourself- you will find your own personal freedom." The message from this book is the wisdom you seek is inside you. I look forward to sharing this book with my teenage boys, as well. Thank you don Jose Ruiz!

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Cassandra Sharron

It’s exactly what I wanted.

Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2020

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As a Native American woman who was taught shamanistic healing by her great grandmother.
I relate very much to the author Don Miguel Ruiz.
I have read every book he’s ever written.
I love them all🙏❤️

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Johanne A. Pierre-Louis

Thank you

Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2019

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This book is beyond phenomenal. From reading The Four Agreements to this, I have helped myself to heal and start living life. I love the way the author told stories to help explain his points. I love how easy and smooth the reading was. I purchased this book on the nook but plan to purchase a hard copy. The best investments i have made are purchasing this book and The Four Agreements. All I can say is thank you thank you thank you

Thank you for sharing your culture, thank you for sharing your knowledge, and thank you for helping me to help myself.

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Bonnie

This book is amazing. It is not a one time read book ...

Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2018

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This book is amazing. It is not a one time read book but a continual resource to remind you to live your true journey. Thank you Don Jose Ruiz for sharing this with us all!

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T. A. Doran

Amazing book!

Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2019

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I loved this book! It just popped and was in tune with a lot of things I had been struggling with. The way the lessons are laid out just made sense. It was like one of those AHA! moments where everything just clicked and I understood whereas before I had been missing the mark, not by much but I just wasn't making that connection and through the stories and the lessons I was finally able to connect the dots. It is definitely a spiritual journey and very well written.

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Kindle Customer

Beautifully written. Amazing book.

Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2018

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I bought the book wisdom of the shamans during the flash sale. I was thinking of adding that book to my Christmas list so my husband could get it for me. Once I saw the flash sale I bought it right away. I finished reading the entire book today. Coming from a Mexican background that book hit me in so many ways. It made me happy, it made me cry, it helped me open my eyes in the areas I am holding myself back in my life. Thank you for writing such an inspirational, & amazing book.

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Kris

This author continues to so deeply speak to my soul ...

Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2018

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This author continues to so deeply speak to my soul. His words connect very simply and clearly, and bring the awakening energy to my entire being that I've been longing for. Profoundly transformational!!! Thank you!!!

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Miss B

Beautifully written

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 28, 2019

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Adore any of Ruiz family books they are so simply written with profound effect. There are some great rituals in here I did with my teenagers just did it for fun but the effect will go with them for a lifetime. Even months later of doing it they talk about it.
I am quite new to shaman but this has helped me put words to what i feel within.

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veganpixie

A fantastic book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 20, 2021

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I loved this book
It reinforced why I continue to live the way I do. Easy to read and understand.

yasmeen

Really good beginner book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 22, 2021

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5 star for making the book easy to digest. It is really good for people who want to dip their toes into shamanism.

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Dr Sofiya Rangwala

Soul touching read!

Reviewed in India on August 20, 2019

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I have always felt like a Shaman, even though I am an Indian Yogi.. But then what's rhe difference really between a Shaman and a Yogi? Both are on the path to finding their own Inner Truth.. And Truth is Absolute and Universal. This book is such a beautiful read, that I had tears of joy after the book ended, but with a message so powerful, that we need it more than ever before in our times. It's ancient wisdom which holds as true as the existence of Universe itself.. I highly recommend anyone who is interested in understanding the stories of the Shaman, and the beautiful wisdom that it offers to humanity. A must read for every person, and not just a spiritual seeker. My hearty gratitude and appreciation to Don Jose Ruiz, who feels like a Soul brother. Pranaam brother.

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Mister Bo

Excellent book. Would recommend to anyone

Reviewed in Canada on October 21, 2018

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I just can't recommend it enough. It's a beautiful book filled with the stories and teachings of Toltec tradition. The teachings of this tradition had, and continue to have a huge influence on my own path. They are what started me down that path many years ago

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