“God must be allowed the right to speak unpredictably.... We must find him in our enemy, or we may lose him even in our friend. We must find him in the pagan or we will lose him in our own selves, substituting for his living presence an empty abstraction.”
Quote by Thomas Merton
Work
From the Monastery to the World: The Letters of Thomas Merton and Ernesto Cardenal
The letters between Thomas Merton and Ernesto Cardenal offer a unique insight into the personal and intellectual exchanges between two individuals from different religious backgrounds. The correspondence spans several years and touches on a wide range of topics, including the nature of faith, the role of the church in society, and the importance of social activism. The collection provides a vivid portrayal of the spiritual journey of both men and their shared commitment to peace and justice. more
Author
Thomas Merton
Thomas Merton (January 31, 1915 - December 10, 1968) was an American writer, poet, social critic, and mystic. His works covered a wide range of topics including philosophy, religion, and social justice, and were highly appreciated by readers. more
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