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Mastery of oneself in pursuit of the perfection which is man's purpose in life. This book is filled with advice for anyone seeking to accomplish (anything) in life - for whatever your pursuit is, it will require Mastery.
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The teachings of St. Francis De Sales were recorded by nuns for this book, to who he spoke in hopes of aiding them in their Christian life. If you need a dose of humility, here is a good book to read. And should you think you are humble enough, don't hesitate to order it now!
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I am giving this book to many of my loved ones for Christmas. Though St. Escriva writes clearly in language which will strike a conversation with lay people, the passages in this book cannot be passed over too quickly. As the pages of the chapters fell away I became more consumed in contemplation of this Saint's insight. It may help you find your way, or give you useful advice for every day life on your way.
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An exploration of the intention of man, helping the reader to understand pure (and impure) intention in prayer and in relationships with god, oursellves, and our fellow man. Merton focuses on love, sincerity, and mercy while dicussing the vocation of a Christian in this life. There is no love without love of god.
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Epictetus, who was crippled as a slave before gaining his freedom went on to write a text that can help the reader understand what is within their control and what is not. With this understanding then the reader can take action where it is called for and not even waste thought in those things beyond one's own control. Ancient but timeless. I did so enjoy it not only have I read it multiple times, I have given more than a dozen copies of this text away as gifts to readers of all ages (teens to seniors). Given the short thought-by-thought format of the text it is very digestible and reader friendly. It can be left to sit on a table or night stand and picked up at random to add a wealth of insight to any day.
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Mastery: Developing Inner Strength for Life's Challenges by Hazart Inayat Khan
mizpah, November 2, 2008
Mastery of oneself in pursuit of the perfection which is man's purpose in life. This book is filled with advice for anyone seeking to accomplish (anything) in life - for whatever your pursuit is, it will require Mastery.(1 of 3 readers found this comment helpful)
The Art of Loving God by St Francis De Sales
mizpah, November 2, 2008
The teachings of St. Francis De Sales were recorded by nuns for this book, to who he spoke in hopes of aiding them in their Christian life. If you need a dose of humility, here is a good book to read. And should you think you are humble enough, don't hesitate to order it now!(1 of 3 readers found this comment helpful)
The Way: The Essential Classic of Opus Dei's Founder by Josemaria Escriva
mizpah, November 2, 2008
I am giving this book to many of my loved ones for Christmas. Though St. Escriva writes clearly in language which will strike a conversation with lay people, the passages in this book cannot be passed over too quickly. As the pages of the chapters fell away I became more consumed in contemplation of this Saint's insight. It may help you find your way, or give you useful advice for every day life on your way.(1 of 3 readers found this comment helpful)
No Man Is an Island by Thomas Merton
mizpah, August 23, 2008
An exploration of the intention of man, helping the reader to understand pure (and impure) intention in prayer and in relationships with god, oursellves, and our fellow man. Merton focuses on love, sincerity, and mercy while dicussing the vocation of a Christian in this life. There is no love without love of god.(1 of 2 readers found this comment helpful)
Art of Living : the Classical Manual on Virtue, Happiness, and Effectiveness (95 Edition) by Epictetus
mizpah, August 23, 2008
Epictetus, who was crippled as a slave before gaining his freedom went on to write a text that can help the reader understand what is within their control and what is not. With this understanding then the reader can take action where it is called for and not even waste thought in those things beyond one's own control. Ancient but timeless. I did so enjoy it not only have I read it multiple times, I have given more than a dozen copies of this text away as gifts to readers of all ages (teens to seniors). Given the short thought-by-thought format of the text it is very digestible and reader friendly. It can be left to sit on a table or night stand and picked up at random to add a wealth of insight to any day.(1 of 2 readers found this comment helpful)
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