James Finley is a former Trappist monk who studied closely with Thomas Merton. He is the author of Thomas Merton's Palace of Nowhere. He is now a renowned psychological and spiritual counselor in Santa Monica, CA, who leads retreats and workshops on a regular basis throughout North America.
"A very fine study of the practice of Christian meditation....
Readers should find this an indispensable companion to...their own
spiritual journeys. Highly recommended." - Library Journal
"This is a profound, engaging and inspiring book that will be
greatly helpful to all those who are drawn toward God. Finley is a
gentle, compassionate teacher whose many stories and images are
enlightening and touching." - Rev. William A. Barry, S.J., author
of The Practice of Spiritual Direction
Finley, a former Trappist monk and student of Thomas Merton, has written a very fine study of the practice of Christian meditation, considering-among many other matters-the importance of simple tasks such as breathing naturally. Meditation, Finley concedes, involves coming to terms with many difficulties, but its result is an ever-deepening contact with what he terms "the oceanic love of God," and the effect of that contact goes well beyond personal religious reward. While Finley does not write with the creative charm of his master, Merton, many readers should find this an indispensable companion to Merton's works and their own spiritual journeys. Highly recommended. Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.
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