Edited by John Dear, a prominent peace activist and theologian, for expert insights
Explores Merton's prophetic writings on war, racism, and nuclear weapons for contemporary relevance
Includes meditations and reflections on contemplative peacemaking as a spiritual practice
Centenary edition published in 2015, marking 100 years since Merton's birth
Paperback format for accessible reading and review
Summarized by Shop
"The God of peace is never glorified by human violence.” -- Thomas Merton (1915-1968)
"John Dear convincingly argues, as Merton's entire witness argues, that the true contemplative is a peacemaker. . . . Here is a testament for a new generation, a clarion call to wake up, do justice, and become instruments of peace.” -- Jonathan Montaldo,
Author
John Dear
Book Cover Type
Paperback
Pages
191
Language
English
Publication Year
2015
Genre
Religion & Spirituality, Biography, Society & Culture