Synopses & Reviews
Written in gentle prose, full of compassion and insight, this title is an investigation into the many layers of prayer. Short, informal pieces of text allow readers the time to mull over questions surrounding prayer, while also encouraging them to find their own answers.
What is prayer? Why do we desire it? and
Who am I praying to? are just some of the questions reader's will ponder in this primer on prayer. Providing readers of every persuasion and background with focused, lucid, and practical approaches, this book includes a strong emphasis on the benefits of praying in everyday situations. Deep and abiding qualities of prayer are explored with the guidance of both ancient traditions and contemporary experiences, helping illuminate the ways in which prayer can enter the fabric of daily life.
Synopsis
Written in gentle prose, full of compassion and insight, this book is an investigation into the many facets of prayer.
What is prayer? Why do we desire it? and
Who am I praying to? are some of the questions to contemplate in this primer full of short, informal readings. Providing focused, lucid, and practical approaches to prayer, this book emphasizes the benefits of using it in everyday situations. With the guidance of both ancient traditions and contemporary experiences, the deep and abiding qualities of prayer are also explored, helping illuminate the ways in which prayer can complement daily life.
Synopsis
Written in gentle prose, full of compassion and insight, this book presents an investigation into the many facets of prayer. Providing focused, lucid, and practical approaches to prayer, "The Gift of Prayer" emphasizes the benefits of using prayer in everyday situations.
About the Author
Margaret Silf is the author of
Close to the Heart,
Inner Compass, and
Wayfaring. She is internationally known as a spiritual writer and retreat leader.