On September 11, 2001 Daniel Berrigan sat at his desk in upper
Manhattan writing a commentary on the Book of Genesis. As he
explored the goodness of God's creation, the terrible events of
that day stopped him cold. With countless others, Berrigan-the
tireless and often controversial peace activist-wondered how best
to respond, articulate profound grief, and shape a response. In the
midst of working with those ministering to rescue workers and
families of the missing or dead, leading prayer vigils, and
organizing protests against military retaliation, Father Berrigan
looked to Lamentations for wisdom and insight. This book is the
result of long, intense hours spend connecting that ancient text
with the modern world. In line with his critically acclaimed
biblical commentaries, Berrigan uses the lens of Lamentations to
explore the causes and repercussions of the events of September 11
and beyond. Here he asks, Where do we turn when the world around us
seems to be inextricably enmeshed in violent conflict? How do we
cry out for justice? Where do we find faith and hope to heal the
immense human suffering that surrounds us? Written in a style that
captures the poetry and power of Lamentations, Berrigan cries out
for peace in a militaristic world, calls for compassion instead of
retribution, gives voice to those caught in the midst of war and
strife, and names the evil in the world while lamenting the status
quo. Art by Robert McGovern illuminates the suffering of war and
the hope of the faithful.
General
Imprint: |
Sheed & Ward,U.S.
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
December 2002 |
First published: |
October 2002 |
Authors: |
Daniel Berrigan
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Dimensions: |
231 x 149 x 12mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
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Pages: |
112 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-58051-129-2 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
1-58051-129-5 |
Barcode: |
9781580511292 |
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