“Mere sitting at home and meditating on the divine presence is not enough for our time. We have to come to the end of a long journey and see that the stranger we meet there is no other than ourselves—which is the same as saying that we find Christ in him. For if the Lord is risen, as He said, He is actually or potentially alive in every man.”
Quote by Thomas Merton
Work
Mystics and Zen Masters
This volume examines the shared ground between the great spiritual mystics of the Western Christian tradition and theZen Buddhist masters of the East. The book likely investigates parallel paths of inner realization, the nature of direct spiritual experience, and the wisdom teachings that have emerged from different contemplative lineages across cultures. Readers may find reflections on contemplative silence, the practice of presence, and the transformation of consciousness that characterizes advanced spiritual practice in diverse traditions. 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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