Thomas Merton An Introduction To His Life Teachings And Practices
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Thomas Merton An Introduction To His Life Teachings And Practices
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Author : Jon M. Sweeney
language : en
Publisher: St. Martin's Essentials
Release Date : 2021-05-18
Thomas Merton An Introduction To His Life Teachings And Practices written by Jon M. Sweeney and has been published by St. Martin's Essentials this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-05-18 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
An introduction to the spiritual legacy of Thomas Merton Thomas Merton was a Trappist monk and one of the most influential spiritual figures of the 20th century. His writing on contemplation, monastic life, mysticism, poetry, and social issues have influenced generations and his legacy of interfaith understanding and social justice endures to this day. Thomas Merton: An Introduction to His Life, Teachings, and Practices offers an exploration of Merton as a monk, as a writer, and as a human being. Author Jon M. Sweeney delves into Merton’s life and ideas with an appreciation for his work and a deep understanding of the spiritual depth that it contains. Thomas Merton offers a unique view of the popular and sometimes controversial monk, braiding together his thoughts and practices with the reality of his life to create a full portrait of a pivotal figure. The Merton revealed in its pages is a source of inspiration and insight for those wrestling with questions of faith and spirituality. At its core, the book is about the search for wholeness—a search Merton undertook himself throughout his lifetime and one readers can also embark on as they draw inspiration and guidance from his life.
Awake And Alive
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Author : Sweeney, Jon M.
language : en
Publisher: Orbis Books
Release Date : 2022-09-08
Awake And Alive written by Sweeney, Jon M. and has been published by Orbis Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-09-08 with Religion categories.
"The personality and spiritual practices of Thomas Merton, revealed by fellow monks who knew him best"--
On Eastern Meditation
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Author : Thomas Merton
language : en
Publisher: New Directions Publishing
Release Date : 2012-08-01
On Eastern Meditation written by Thomas Merton and has been published by New Directions Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-08-01 with Religion categories.
A great introduction to the religions of the East by a monk from the West. Merton’s biographer, George Woodcock, once wrote that “almost from the beginning of his monastic career, Thomas Merton tentatively began to discover the great Asian religions of Buddhism and Taoism.” Merton, a longtime social justice advocate, first approached Eastern theology as an admirer of Gandhi’s beliefs on non-violence. Through Gandhi, Merton came to know the great Hindu text the Bhagavad Gita and in time came to have dialogues with the Dalai Lama and Taoist leader D. T. Suzuki. Merton then became deeply interested in Chuang Tzu and Zen thought. On Eastern Meditation, edited by Bonnie Thurston (author of Merton and Buddhism), gathers the best of his Eastern theological writings into a gorgeously designed gift book edition.
A Course In Christian Mysticism
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Author : Thomas Merton
language : en
Publisher: Liturgical Press
Release Date : 2017
A Course In Christian Mysticism written by Thomas Merton and has been published by Liturgical Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
Thomas Merton's lectures to the young monastics at the Abbey of Gethsemani provide a good look at Merton the scholar. A Course in Christian Mysticism gathers together, for the first time, the best of these talks into a spiritual, historical, and theological survey of Christian mysticism--from St. John's gospel to St. John of the Cross. Sixteen centuries are covered over thirteen lectures. A general introduction sets the scene for when and how the talks were prepared and for the perennial themes one finds in them, making them relevant for spiritual seekers today. This compact volume allows anyone to learn from one of the twentieth century's greatest Catholic spiritual teachers. The study materials at the back of the book, including additional primary source readings and thoughtful questions for reflection and discussion, make this an essential text for any student of Christian mysticism.
The Asian Journal Of Thomas Merton
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Author : Thomas Merton
language : en
Publisher: New Directions Publishing
Release Date : 2013-08-20
The Asian Journal Of Thomas Merton written by Thomas Merton and has been published by New Directions Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-08-20 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
"This is quintessential Merton."—The Catholic Review. "The moment of takeoff was ecstatic...joy. We left the ground—I with Christian mantras and a great sense of destiny, of being at last on my true way after years of waiting and wondering..." With these words, dated October 15. 1968, the late Father Thomas Merton recorded the beginning of his fateful journey to the Orient. His travels led him from Bangkok, through India to Ceylon, and back again to Bangkok for his scheduled talk at a conference of Asian monastic orders. There he unequivocally reaffirmed his Christian vocation. His last journal entry was made on December 8, 1968, two days before his untimely, accidental death. Amply illustrated with photographs he himself took along the way and fully indexed, the book also contains a glossary of Asian religious terms, a preface by the Indian scholar Amiya Chakravarty, a foreword and postscript by Brother Patrick Hart of the Abbey of Gethsemani, as well as several appendices, among them the text of Merton's final address.
Seeds
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Author : Gail Saunders-Smith
language : en
Publisher: Capstone
Release Date : 1998
Seeds written by Gail Saunders-Smith and has been published by Capstone this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Text and photographs depict types of flower seeds, how they travel, and what happens when they are planted.
St Francis Of Assisi
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Author : Jon M. Sweeney
language : en
Publisher: St. Martin's Essentials
Release Date : 2019-10-01
St Francis Of Assisi written by Jon M. Sweeney and has been published by St. Martin's Essentials this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-10-01 with Religion categories.
An introduction to St. Francis's life and his most profound teachings of faith St. Francis of Assisi is one of the most venerated Christian figures, and his profound teachings, deep love of nature, and commitment to simplicity have resonated with generations of followers. St. Francis of Assisi, the latest title in the Essential Wisdom Library, offers a simple and universal introduction to Francis’s life, his key teachings, and the spiritual practices that enriched his faith and the lives of those who follow his legacy. Author Jon M. Sweeney, one of the most popular Francis interpreters, introduces the iconic Christian as a man of his time and as one whose wisdom transcends eras. Beginning with a timeline of the saint’s life, St. Francis of Assisi includes the teachings that made Francis such a unique and powerful figure. His words apply to a diverse set of situations—from advice for people in positions of power, to teachings on gratitude, and the Rule of Life which governed every facet of life for Franciscans. The book concludes with explanations of some of his most powerful practices, which can offer wisdom and insight for our own lives. St. Francis emphasized the importance of living a simple, truthful life, making his spiritual practices just as impactful and relevant in the modern day as they were centuries ago. St. Francis of Assisi is the perfect guide for anyone looking to learn more about the saint or hoping to incorporate his wisdom into their own spiritual lives.
Almost Catholic
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Author : Jon Sweeney
language : en
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Release Date : 2008-05-23
Almost Catholic written by Jon Sweeney and has been published by John Wiley & Sons this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-05-23 with Religion categories.
Jon Sweeney, a self-described “evolved Protestant” and noted religious writer, has long been fascinated by the Catholic Church. However, it wasn’t until he was a young missionary in the Philippines that he truly began to understand the Church’s traditions, mysteries, and religious beliefs and its hold on those who follow the tradition. As he explains, Catholic spirituality is all about responding to the fundamental mystery of Jesus, the incarnation, and what it all meant in the beginning as well as what it means today. In Almost Catholic, Sweeney offers an appreciation of Catholicism, weaving in the story of his own explorations with those of others who have also been attracted to this tradition. He finds himself drawn to the Church’s ancient and medieval traditions out of a desire to connect with the deepest and widest paths on the way. Two millennia of saints and practices and teachings and mystery form a connection for him to the very beginnings of Christianity.
The Seven Storey Mountain
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Author : Thomas Merton
language : en
Publisher: SPCK Publishing
Release Date : 2009
The Seven Storey Mountain written by Thomas Merton and has been published by SPCK Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Christian biography categories.
The complete and unedited edition of Thomas Merton's famous autobiography, one of the greatest works of spiritual pilgrimage ever written.
Thomas Merton S Encounter With Buddhism And Beyond
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Author : Jaechan Anselmo Park
language : en
Publisher: Liturgical Press
Release Date : 2019-03-07
Thomas Merton S Encounter With Buddhism And Beyond written by Jaechan Anselmo Park and has been published by Liturgical Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-03-07 with Religion categories.
Thomas Merton recognized the value and possibility of contemplative dialogue between monastics and contemplatives of other religious traditions and hoped that, through such dialogue, monastics would strive for ‘inter-monastic communion’ and a bonding of the broader ‘spiritual family.’ He held out hope that this bond would demonstrate the fundamental unity of humanity to a world that was becoming ever more materialistic and divided. Among other themes and topics, this book explores Thomas Merton’s role as a pioneer of Buddhist-Christian dialogue and monastic interreligious dialogue. It delves into the process of Merton’s self-transformation through contemplative experiences, explores his encounter with Zen and Tibetan Buddhists and his pioneering engagements in Buddhist-Christian dialogue, and presents and responds to the criticisms of those who raise questions about Merton’s understanding of Buddhism. Fr. Jaechan Anselmo Park, OSB, articulates and analyzes the influences of Buddhist theory and practice on Thomas Merton’s contemplative spirituality and shows how Merton’s legacy has influenced and continues to inspire interreligious and inter-monastic dialogue, particularly in an Asian monastic context.