A Book of Hours by Thomas Merton
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Book Reviews of A Book of Hours
Book Review: Short Meditations
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a book of short meditations designed to help the contemplative in his daily life of prayer. Modeled after the Liturgy of the Hours practiced by Catholic religious, it contains thoughts, poetry, impressions, and opinions, some unorthodox, taken from Thomas Merton's writings. The wonder and awe Thomas Merton feels for God and his creation are highlighted in many of the selections. So is Merton's dissatisfaction with the modern world and its hectic pace. I have found the book to be a godsend in my own personal meditations-I love this book so much that I have given copies to friends and relatives!Book Review: Most thought provoking...
Summary: 5 Stars
Whether a reader of Merton's writing or not, this book is incredibly beautiful and inspiring in its poetic thought and stunning imagery. Regardless of one's faith base, the calling to internal dialogue and contemplation are compelling. I purchased several for gifts for people of various practices and those with a meditation practice.
His occassional refections which were at the time focused on the Vietnam war and situations happening in our world, again speak volumes in our present world culture. Two weeks after purchase and I have already read it in total X 3.
Book Review: The Book I Cannot Keep
Summary: 5 Stars
A Book of Hours takes some of Thomas Merton's most reflective and poetic writing and turns those writings into prayers. Because Merton was a contemplative whose spirituality turned ever to this aching world, addressing his words both to political figures and members of the intelligentsia as well as practitioners of other faiths, he is a valuable friend and spiritual guide. Praying Merton's Hours is a very grounding experience. Also a beautiful one. I've given copies to all my friends. Highly recommended.Book Review: Pray Thomas Merton!
Summary: 5 Stars
A fantastic Book of Hours from the writings of Thomas Merton, which includes passages from his poetry and other writings not encountered by those who have read his journals or his most popular books. This was a new side of Merton for me, and I found it to be wonderful. The prayers and readings in this book reflect new areas of encounter with God that I had not experienced in his writing before. Highly recommended!Book Review: Thomas Merton - A Book of Hours
Summary: 5 Stars
The whole world should read and believe Thomas Merton! This is an artfully put together book. It adds that needed something for every day. It is one of the best inspirational works I have seen or read or used on a daily basis! If you haven't seen it - find it and use it. It will not only change you as an individual but if we could get everyone to believe the truth held here, it could change the world!