{"product_id":"9781570629303","title":"Seeds","description":"Author: Merton, Thomas\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781570629303\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: RANDOM HOUSE US\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 15 Feb 2013\u003cbr\u003ePages: 192 \u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThomas Merton is often considered the most prominent Christian contemplative of the twentieth century, but he was also a political activist, social visionary, and literary figure whose writings combine the candor of Thoreau and the moral vision of Gandhi. Here is a remarkably accessible introduction to his work- a collection of a short, vivid excerpts arranged in four parts so as to parallel the journey of a seeking soul in the modern world.   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e. \"Real and False Selves\" distinguishes between our real selves, a deep religious mystery known entirely only to God, and the identities we take on in order to function in society. \u003cbr\u003e. \"The World We Live In\" provides a spiritual context to modern life, moving from a stark rejection of its empty promises to a deep compassion for its tragic limitations. \u003cbr\u003e. \"Antidotes to Illusion\" reflects on contemplative practices that can serve as the allies of our \"real selves\" in the battle against illusion- silence, solitude, meditation, prayer, charity, and faith. \u003cbr\u003e. \"Love in Action\" explores the role of the contemplative in the modern age and the challenges and pitfalls of living a life of active love. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMerton's startling critique of a society driven by technology and rampant acquisition, the politics of \"good versus evil,\" and the self-deluding complacency of the spiritual \"lifestyle\" demonstrate beyond doubt that his writings are as urgent today as they were in his lifetime.","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48022614474910,"sku":"ING-9781570629303","price":34.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9781570629303.jpg?v=1784810533","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9781570629303","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}