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Lädt ... Silence and Witness: The Quaker Tradition (Traditions of Christian Spirituality.)von Michael Lawrence Birkel
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Melde dich bei LibraryThing an um herauszufinden, ob du dieses Buch mögen würdest. Keine aktuelle Diskussion zu diesem Buch. Shares an introduction to Quaker spirituality covering its history, significant voices, and its characteristic themes, including silent worship, the way of simplicity, prayer, discernment, and an emphasis on inner growth. The Quaker spiritual tradition integrates mystical insight with prophetic witness. Michael Burkle tells the story of the movement's origins, describes how the distinctive Quaker practice of group worship in silence developed, and explains how "collective discernment" is used in decision – making. He explores the historical development of the "testimonies", the ethical stance taken by Quakers for peace, justice, equality, integrity and simplicity, and he reflects on the contemporary relevance and meaning of a Christian tradition with a strong contemplative and activist dimension. (Pendle Hill Library) The Quaker spiritual tradition integrates mystical insight with prophetic witness. Michael Burkle tells the story of the movement's origins, describes how the distinctive Quaker practice of group worship in silence developed, and explains how "collective discernment" is used in decision – making. He explores the historical development of the "testimonies", the ethical stance taken by Quakers for peace, justice, equality, integrity and simplicity, and he reflects on the contemporary relevance and meaning of a Christian tradition with a strong contemplative and activist dimension. Zeige 4 von 4 keine Rezensionen | Rezension hinzufügen
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The Quaker tradition, with its roots in the seventeenth century and its long line of spiritual teachers, continues to offer a distinctive and vibrant brand of spirituality, one that combines a spiritual sensibility with a strong impulse toward ethical witness in the world. This volume offers a general introduction to Quaker spirituality that covers its history, significant voices (from George Fox to Douglas Steere), and its characteristic themes. These include silent worship, the way of simplicity, prayer, discernment, an emphasis on inner growth, and the gentle effort to walk in the Light. Keine Bibliotheksbeschreibungen gefunden. |
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