Practice of the Presence of God: Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection
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Translated by: John J. Delaney
Foreword by: Henri J. M. Nouwen
A fresh, contemporary English translation of the short little spiritual classic that renders the simple wisdom of Brother Lawrence accessible to every Christian who yearns for the fullness of life.
“All things are possible to him who believes . . . who hopes . . . who loves . . . and most of all who perseveres in the practice of these three virtues.”—Brother Lawrence
This little classic of a humble lay Carmelite is an inspirational guide to all Christians treading the path to spiritual enrichment and joy. The simple wisdom of Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection has withstood the test of time by permeating the minds and hearts of men and women of all ages. As Henri Nouwen remarks in the Foreword, “Brother Lawrence’s life shows clearly his great openness for his fellow human beings. He reminds us in a forceful way that we cannot find God in people but that it is God in us who finds God in people.”
In pondering Lawrence’s life of prayer, his companionship with God amid daily tasks, and his spiritual advice, the reader advances in the realization that God is the center and substance of every moment of our lives. It is that realization which produces endless joy and fulfillment. This edition is one of the most modern English translations available, making Brother Lawrence’s message truly accessible to all.
“All things are possible to him who believes . . . who hopes . . . who loves . . . and most of all who perseveres in the practice of these three virtues.”—Brother Lawrence
This little classic of a humble lay Carmelite is an inspirational guide to all Christians treading the path to spiritual enrichment and joy. The simple wisdom of Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection has withstood the test of time by permeating the minds and hearts of men and women of all ages. As Henri Nouwen remarks in the Foreword, “Brother Lawrence’s life shows clearly his great openness for his fellow human beings. He reminds us in a forceful way that we cannot find God in people but that it is God in us who finds God in people.”
In pondering Lawrence’s life of prayer, his companionship with God amid daily tasks, and his spiritual advice, the reader advances in the realization that God is the center and substance of every moment of our lives. It is that realization which produces endless joy and fulfillment. This edition is one of the most modern English translations available, making Brother Lawrence’s message truly accessible to all.
John J. Delaney, the former director of Doubleday Religious Publishing and founder of Image Books, was an active figure in the world of religious publishing for more than 40 years. He also authored A Woman Clothed with the Sun and translated The Practice of the Presence of God.
Henri J.M. Nouwen was a Catholic priest who taught at several theological institutes and universities in his home country of the Netherlands and in the United States. He shared the final years of his life with people with mental and physical disabilities at the L'Arche Daybreak Community in Torronto, Canada. He died in 1996. He authored many books on the spiritual lfie,including Reaching Out, The Wounded Healer, and The Return of the Prodial Son.
Trade Paperback
08/16/1977
5.47 "W x 8.18 "H x 0.31 "D
112 pages
3 Oz