Author : David G. R. Keller
Publisher : Liturgical Press
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 48,17 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780814630341
"Introduces readers to the wisdom of the desert elders in the context of their daily lives, presenting their background (historical, cultural, and religious) and describing the environment of solitude, ascetic disciplines, labor, and interactions with other people that was the source of their wisdom"--Provided by publisher.
Author : Aughar Harihar Ram
Publisher :
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 18,54 MB
Release : 1997
Category : Aghorīs
ISBN : 9780967070100
Author : Tom Morris
Publisher :
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 13,96 MB
Release : 2015-09-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780996712309
This is a book about our inner power to live and flourish in a challenging world. In 1934, a thirteen-year-old boy from a small village in western Egypt is on his first trip across the desert when he discovers something about his life that transforms his future. He's traveling with his seventy-year-old uncle, who is exceptionally wise for any stage of life. The boy and his older relative are also accompanied by a caravan of merchants and animals traveling to Cairo to bring goods to market. The young man has had no idea what awaits him on this trip. His uncle will decide to share with him the basic elements of a practical and yet profound philosophy of life, as they deal with events and challenges that appear throughout the journey. And this wisdom for living will prove to have come at just the right time, when the boy learns that he is on his way, not just to a marketplace, but to a life change that will thrust him into new dangers and opportunities beyond anything he has ever imagined. This book is the short prologue to a forthcoming series of seven novels entitled, Walid and the Mysteries of Phi.
Author : Marilyn Paul
Publisher : Rodale Books
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 12,32 MB
Release : 2017-08-22
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 1623366631
There is a surprising way out of the frenzy, that always-being-behind feeling, and the endless to-do list. Now more than ever, people are seeking a reprieve from the constant pressure to achieve, produce, and consume. While many turn to sporadic bouts of mindfulness and meditation, organizational change specialist Marilyn Paul offers a complementary solution that is as radical as it is ancient. In her new book An Oasis in Time, Paul focuses on the profound benefits of taking a modern-day Sabbath each week for deep rest and nourishing renewal. The energy, perspective, creativity, sense of well-being, and yes, increased productivity that ensue are lifesaving. Drawing on Sabbath tradition, contemporary research, and interviews with scores of busy people, Paul shows that it is possible to introduce these practices regardless of your religious beliefs. Starting with just an hour or two, you can carve out the time from your packed schedule, design your weekly oasis experience, and most importantly, change your mind-set so you can enjoy the pleasure of regularly slowing down and savoring life every week. From surrounding yourself with nature to practicing rituals for beginning and ending oasis time to implementing strategies for connecting with friends and family, self, and source, you will discover practical ways to step off the treadmill and into timeless refreshment on your way to a calmer, richer, more fulfilling life.
Author : David G. R. Keller
Publisher : Liturgical Press
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 41,35 MB
Release : 2011
Category : History
ISBN : 0814633870
The wisdom of the desert fathers and mothers lies in their experiences of solitude, prayer, community life, work, and care for their neighbors. Their goal was transformation of their lives through openness to the presence and energy of God in Christ. They taught by example and by sharing narratives and sayings that reflect the deep human psychological and spiritual aspects of their journey toward authentic human life. The venue for their transformation was the whole person 'body, mind, and spirit. They emphasized self-knowledge, humility, purity of heart, and love of God and neighbor. Far from being naïve, their sayings and narratives reflect honest struggles, temptations, and failures. They also demonstrate the disciplines of prayer and meditation that kept them centered in God as their only source of strength. The daily reflections in Desert Banquet introduce readers to a variety of these early Christian mentors and offer reflections on the significance of their wisdom for life in the twenty-first century. David G. R.Keller, an Episcopal priest, is adjunct professor of ascetical theology at the General Theological Seminary in New York City. He is co-steward, with his wife, Emily Wilmer, of Oasis of Wisdom: An Institute for Contemplative Study, Practice, and Living based in Asheville, North Carolina (www.oasisofwisdom.net). He is the author of Oasis of Wisdom: The Worlds of the Desert Fathers and Mothers (Liturgical Press) and Come and See: The Transformation of Personal Prayer (Morehouse Publishing).
Author :
Publisher : Tyndale House Publishers
Page : 2162 pages
File Size : 12,47 MB
Release : 2017-05-09
Category : Bible
ISBN : 1496424719
The Africa Study Bible brings together 350 contributors from over 50 countries, providing a unique African perspective. It's an all-in-one course in biblical content, theology, history, and culture, with special attention to the African context. Each feature was planned by African leaders to help readers grow strong in Jesus Christ by providing understanding and instruction on how to live a good and righteous life--Publisher.
Author : Thomas Merton
Publisher : New Directions Publishing
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 27,93 MB
Release : 1970
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780811201025
"The ascetics of Scete and the Thebaid in the Egyptian Desert have been more often admired than known or understood. Translations by such scholars as Helen Waddell have done much to restore the true perspective. This new selection from the Latin 'Sayings of the Fathers' (Verba Seniorum) has been made by Thomas Merton with a special purpose. It is not only a translation and selection, but a new monastic redaction in the spirit of our own time. Merton has felt free, as a monk, to do what generations of monks before him have done. He has made a wholly independent and original use of material which is the traditional basis of Christian monastic spirituality." -- Dust jacket.
Author : Celinne Da Costa
Publisher :
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 16,75 MB
Release : 2017-12-19
Category :
ISBN : 9781981638925
I spent close to a year putting my fate into the hands of strangers.Back in 2016, I quit my unfulfilling corporate New York City job, packed a carry-on, and set out to prove that I could circumnavigate the globe exclusively by staying with people with whom I shared a real human connection (friends, friends of friends, people I met on the road, etc). I deeply yearned to remember what it was really like to be human and to create meaningful connections with others, every single day.The result? An astonishing 70+ hosts in 20+ countries across five continents opened their homes to me. Not only that, they fed, nurtured, encouraged, and advised me; during our time together, they shared with me their wisdom, dreams, fears, and deepest insecurities. By letting me into their homes and their hearts, these incredible humans helped me along my path and unlocked a love for humanity that I didn't even know existed.This is a collection of short stories from a life-changing journey around the world - a journey that taught me that we are indeed capable of creating a life that we are proud of, and we don't have to do it alone.I share with you:- Wisdom from people I encountered around the world who taught me that being human is an art, and this life is our canvas- The beautiful cultural nuances that make different places on this planet special - Serendipitous and eye-opening moments that guided me along a path to self-discoveryRead one story every day, or read them all at once. It's up to you. Whatever you choose...Keep dreaming.Don't stop believing that there is more.And remember that, when you let them, the people around you can help uncover the limitless oasis of joy, love, and possibility that exists within you.
Author : Mary Claire Kendall
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,38 MB
Release : 2015
Category : BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY
ISBN : 9781616368616
Compelling stories of Hollywood stars of the Golden Age and the impact of Catholic faith in their lives. These unflinching portraits show how faith provided an oasis for these legendary people from the turmoil and immoral living prevalent in that culture.
Author : Virginia Gilmore
Publisher : Ann McGee-Cooper & Associates, Incorporated DBA Trammell MC
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 29,26 MB
Release : 2020-07
Category :
ISBN : 9781735064703
Wisdom from the Woods is a book about navigating unexpected changes that occur in our lives. Wisdom from the Woods begins with an intriguing diary of a two-month sabbatical written by Virginia Duncan Gilmore in 1996 when she was facing the perfect storm of three major life changes. Ginny spent sixty-one days of soul searching in a cabin in the woods in Door County, Wisconsin contemplating what was "next" in her life. Twenty years later, she shared this story with Duane Trammell while he was grieving the loss of his beloved business partner, Ann McGee-Cooper. Together, they began a deep friendship exploring the stages and constructive processes of growing through life's unexpected and difficult changes.In Wisdom from the Woods, readers learn?How unexpected life changes can be opportunities for growth and lead to better times ahead?How to practice and apply concrete, useful practices to the changes confronting them?How stories of others who have encountered challenging life situations can move readers into a new understanding of the trials they are facingAt multiple times in our lives, we are faced with major life changes-whether it is a relationship loss, a job loss, a career change, retirement or a questioning of the meaning of our lives. Wisdom from the Woods helps readers explore life changes, give tools that help, and provides stories from others who have also gone through major life changes. The authors encourage readers to craft their own plans, choosing the elements that they feel will be most helpful in navigating their own personal challenges.
