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David Steindl-Rast is a German-born monk and writer known for his research on gratitude. His works explore the role of gratitude in personal and spiritual life, as well as how it can promote the well-being of individuals and societies.

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Famous David Steindl-Rast Quotes

“The root of joy is gratefulness...It is not joy that makes us grateful; it is gratitude that makes us joyful.”

“In moments of surprise we catch at least a glimpse of the joy to which gratefulness opens the door.”

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Book:Gratefulness, the Heart of Prayer: An Approach to Life in Fullness

Source: Gratefulness, the Heart of Prayer: An Approach to Life in Fullness

“Grateful living makes life meaningful and full of joy.”

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Author:David Steindl-Rast

“"The root of joy is gratefulness."”

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Author:David Steindl-Rast

“As we learn to give thanks for all of life and death, for all of this given world of ours, we find a deep joy. It is the joy of trust, the joy of faith in the faithfulness at the heart of all things. It is the joy of gratefulness in touch with the fullness of life.”

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Author:David Steindl-Rast

“Joy is that kind of happiness that does not depend on what happens.”

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Book:Music of Silence: A Sacred Journey Through the Hours of the Day (Large Print 16pt)

Source: Music of Silence: A Sacred Journey Through the Hours of the Day (Large Print 16pt)