“Not only does silence give us a chance to understand ourselves better, to get a truer and more balanced perspective on our own lives in relation to the lives of others: silence makes us whole if we let it. Silence helps draw together the scattered and dissipated energies of a fragmented existence.”
This book delves into the multifaceted nature of love, examining its various forms and its profound impact on the human condition. It offers a reflective journey through the intricacies of life, inviting readers to ponder the essence of existence and the role of love within it. more
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
“If everybody's not a beauty, then nobody is”
“I am the bridge between the East and the West. I don't want to abandon one for the other.”
“My soul comes from better worlds and I have an incurable homesickness of the stars.”