Name: Praying the Psalms
SKU: 56246195
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Author: Thomas Merton
ISBN: 9781638232292

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Author

Thomas Merton

Publisher

WWW.Snowballpublishing.com

Language

English

Pages

Format

Hardcover

Dimensions

20.3x12.7x0.6 cm

Weight

0.18 kg.

ISBN13

9781638232292

Synopsis "Praying the Psalms"

Merton shows us how to draw out the richness of worship from the psalter and to use it to achieve "the peace that comes from submission to God's will and from perfect confidence in him"

Thomas Merton

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Thomas Merton (1915-1968) was an American Trappist monk, writer, and poet, known for his works on spirituality, mysticism, and social justice. His most influential book, The Seven Storey Mountain (1948), is a spiritual autobiography that became a classic of religious literature. Other notable works include New Seeds of Contemplation (1961) and Mystics and Zen Masters (1966), where he explores the contemplative life and social responsibility from faith.

Merton wrote about interfaith dialogue, especially with Buddhism and Hinduism, influencing modern spiritual thought. His writings combine philosophical depth with accessible prose, making him one of the most relevant figures of the 20th century in the religious and humanist fields.

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