Five Star Gift Ideas

For your wife who has a fascination with learning about different world religions, I have a few meaningful and personal gift ideas for you to consider. These gifts will not only nurture her passion for exploring spirituality but also show your thoughtfulness in selecting something that aligns with her interests.

1. Books on World Religions: Consider gifting her a collection of books that delve into various world religions. You can choose popular titles such as "The World's Religions" by Huston Smith or "God Is Not One" by Stephen Prothero. Additionally, you can look for more niche books that focus on specific religions she might be particularly interested in, like "The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying" by Sogyal Rinpoche or "The Bhagavad Gita" translated by Eknath Easwaran.

2. Online Courses or Workshops: Help her expand her knowledge by enrolling her in an online course or workshop that explores different world religions. Websites like Coursera, Udemy, or The Great Courses offer a wide range of courses on various aspects of spirituality and belief systems. From introductory courses to more in-depth studies, these platforms provide the opportunity to learn from esteemed professors and experts in the field.

3. Museum Memberships: If your wife enjoys experiential learning, consider gifting her a membership to a local museum that focuses on world religions or cultural history. Many museums offer exclusive events, lectures, and exhibitions related to different religions, allowing her to immerse herself in her passion while also supporting the arts and cultural institutions.

4. Meditation or Yoga Retreat: Give your wife the chance to experience the spiritual practices she studies firsthand by gifting her a retreat focused on meditation or yoga. Look for retreats that have a multicultural or interfaith approach, incorporating teachings from various spiritual traditions. This will provide her with a unique opportunity to explore her interests in a serene and nurturing environment.

5. Spiritual Jewelry or Symbols: Delve into the world of symbolic jewelry that represents various religious traditions. Whether it's a necklace with a small charm like a lotus flower representing Buddhism or a bracelet with a Hamsa hand symbolizing protection in Islam and Judaism, such pieces can be both aesthetically pleasing and meaningful for her.

6. Subscription to Spiritual Magazines: Consider a subscription to a magazine that covers different world religions, spirituality, and interfaith dialogues. Examples such as "Tricycle: The Buddhist Review," "Common Ground: World Religions in America," or "The Sun Magazine" offer insightful articles, interviews, and personal essays from a diverse range of spiritual perspectives.

Remember, the most important aspect of selecting a gift is to show your wife that you understand and support her interests. Whatever you choose, take into account her curiosity for different world religions and the ways in which she enjoys learning about them. By doing so, you'll create a Valentine's Day gift that reflects her passions and shows your deep appreciation for her.

Or you can get her a star map with the date of your first kiss.

David Dickason says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“Ordered a map of the stars above us when my wife and I realized that we wanted a friendship to turn into something more - gave it to her yesterday (Valentine's Day) and got a most enthusiastic response. We are best pleased!”