“Between the probable and proved there yawns A gap. Afraid to jump, we stand absurd, Then see behind us sink the ground and, worse, Our very standpoint crumbling. Desperate dawns Our only hope: to leap into the Word That opens up the shuttered universe.”
Quote by Sheldon Vanauken
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Sheldon Vanauken
Sheldon Vanauken (1914-1996) was an American author and scholar, best known for his memoir "A Severe Mercy" about his friendship with C.S. Lewis. Born on August 4, 1914, Vanauken studied at Oxford University, where he befriended the renowned writer C.S. Lewis. His book, published in 1977, chronicles his deep love for his wife Jean Davis and their spiritual journey alongside Lewis. Vanauken's elegant prose and profound exploration of faith and friendship have made his work a classic in religious literature, continuing to inspire readers worldwide. more
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