Thomas Merton
Thomas Merton (1915-1968) is widely acclaimed as one of the most influential spiritual masters of the twentieth century. A Trappist monk of the Abbey of Gethsemani, Kentucky, he was a poet, social activist, and student of comparative religion. In 1949, he was ordained to the priesthood and given the name Father Louis. Merton wrote more than seventy books, mostly on spirituality, social justice, and a quiet pacifism, as well as scores of essays and reviews, including his best-selling...See more
Thomas Merton (1915-1968) is widely acclaimed as one of the most influential spiritual masters of the twentieth century. A Trappist monk of the Abbey of Gethsemani, Kentucky, he was a poet, social activist, and student of comparative religion. In 1949, he was ordained to the priesthood and given the name Father Louis. Merton wrote more than seventy books, mostly on spirituality, social justice, and a quiet pacifism, as well as scores of essays and reviews, including his best-selling autobiography, The Seven Storey Mountain . See less
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Thoughts in Solitude
You Can't Beat the Writings of Thomas Merton
by Daniel G, Jul 14, 2015
Here's a book that will make you think.....not with your head,but with your heart. Read More
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The Seven Storey Mountain
Start reading Merton with this book.
by kc1911, Apr 19, 2015
If you have heard of Thomas Merton and want to learn more start here. His journey is remarkable and inspiring. Read this book and you will search for more of his writings. Read More
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New Seeds of Contemplation
Another Masterpiece by Thomas Merton
by Daniel G, Mar 20, 2015
What ever ideas you had as to what the contemplative life encompasses...this book will surely show you that you were way off base. Read More