Silence, Joy: a Selection of Writings by Thomas Merton

THOMAS MERTON Poet, monk, spiritual advisor, and social critic, Thomas Merton is a unique--and uniquely beloved--figure of the twentieth century, and this little rosary brings together his best-loved poems and prose. Drawn from classics likeNew Seeds Of ContemplationandThe Way Of Chuang Tzuas well as less famous books, the writings inSilence, Joyoffer the reader deep, calming stillness, flights of ecstatic praise, steadying words of wisdom, and openhearted laughter. Manna for Merton lovers and a warm embrace for novices, this slim collection is a delightful gift. Thomas Merton (1915-1968) entered the Cistercian Abbey of Gethsemani in Kentucky, following his conversion to Catholicism and was ordained Father M. Louis in 1949. During the 1960s, he was increasingly drawn into a dialogue between Eastern and Western religions and domestic issues of war and racism. In 1968, the Dalai Lama praised Merton for having a more profound knowledge of Buddhism than any other Christian he had known. Thomas Merton is the author of the beloved classic The Seven Storey Mountain. Review Quotes: Thomas Merton remains a source of spiritual inspiration and a guide for many people--he opened new horizons for souls and for the Church.--Pope Francis Thomas Merton really is someone we can look up to. I always consider myself as one of his Buddhist brothers.--The Dalai Lama Merton possessed an extraordinary ability to connect with deep, universal places inside of people.--Sue Monk Kidd [This book] will help the reader address and overcome any one of a wide range of often common fears. . . . [W]hether the anxiety is minor or a more serious panic disorder, the good news is that one can address and overcome it.--Thich Nhat Hanh Paperback 96 pp