Into the Silent Land - The Practice of Contemplation (Paperback)

An instant classic of contemporary spirituality, bringing together an engaging introduction to the Christian contemplative tradition for people inside or on the margins of the churches who feel drawn to the world of silent prayer. Martin Laird shows how silence and meditation can offer a remedy to many contemporary dilemmas and emotional struggles. Writing with great clarity, depth and authority, Laird examines the meditative methods and traditions found within contemplative prayer. He also explores the role of breath and awareness in the spiritual life, which, while usually associated with Buddhism, is also an ancient concern of Christian thinkers. Into the Silent Land brings together scholarship, pastoral practice and the author's own personal experience. It offers new insights for the student but is especially intended for the non-specialist reader who feels drawn to the world of silent prayer and is looking to the Christian contemplative tradition for inspiration and guidance.

General

Imprint:	Darton Longman & Todd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	April 2006
First published:	July 2006
Authors:	Martin Laird
Dimensions:	178 x 125 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	154
ISBN-13:	978-0-232-52640-0
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Christianity > Christian worship > General Books > Religion & Spirituality > Christianity > Christian worship > General Books > Christianity > Christian Worship
LSN:	0-232-52640-0
Barcode:	9780232526400

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