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In the midst of the daily chaos of life, somewhere between the car breaking down, misplacing the checkbook, and dinner burning, there are opportunities for peace, for reflection, for expanding our view of God.
Wisdom Distilled from the Daily, though published in 1990, and based on a sixth century document, is as current as anything you'll find in the self-help section, and amazingly more grounded and true. Chittister is a soul guru. She writes with beautiful and often stark wisdom accumulated over decades on current issues, the condition of our society, and the state of our hearts. Who new St. Benedict was so versatile?
Do yourself a favor and savor this book slowly; one chapter a week. Water your life with it like a spring shower on dry dirt -- too much too fast, and you won't be able to absorb its goodness.
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Wisdom Distilled from the Daily: Living the Rule of St. Benedict Today by Joan Chittister
Katie Boxeth, January 2, 2010
In the midst of the daily chaos of life, somewhere between the car breaking down, misplacing the checkbook, and dinner burning, there are opportunities for peace, for reflection, for expanding our view of God.Wisdom Distilled from the Daily, though published in 1990, and based on a sixth century document, is as current as anything you'll find in the self-help section, and amazingly more grounded and true. Chittister is a soul guru. She writes with beautiful and often stark wisdom accumulated over decades on current issues, the condition of our society, and the state of our hearts. Who new St. Benedict was so versatile?
Do yourself a favor and savor this book slowly; one chapter a week. Water your life with it like a spring shower on dry dirt -- too much too fast, and you won't be able to absorb its goodness.