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“I have been challenged by the concept of meditation ... I decided recently to accept the invitation of a friend to experience the sheer silence of meditation-undirected prayer. ... I had before only sensed intellectually ... But by going deep into prayer I could almost feel it.”

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Laurie Beth Jones
Laurie Beth Jones

Laurie Beth Jones, born on October 15, 1952, is an American author known for her works that span a variety of genres, including autobiography, historical fiction, and cookbooks. Jones is renowned for her profound insights into food and culture, often exploring the relationship between humans and food in her writings. more

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