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“In this noisy, restless, bewildering age, there is a great need for quietness of spirit. Even in our communion with God we are so busy presenting our problems, asking for help, seeking relief that we leave no moments of silence to listen for God's answers. By practice we can learn to submerge our spirits beneath the turbulent surface waves of life and reach that depth of our being where all is still, where no storms can reach us. Here only can we forget the material world and its demands on us.”

Quote by Alice Hegan Rice

Book:My Pillow Book
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My Pillow Book

Written by Sen no Rikyu, this book is a compilation of his thoughts and insights, reflecting the cultural and philosophical landscape of Japan during the Edo period. It includes discussions on tea ceremony, Zen Buddhism, and the aesthetics of everyday life, offering a unique perspective on the mind and spirit of the time. more

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Alice Hegan Rice
Alice Hegan Rice

Alice Hegan Rice was an American novelist born on January 11, 1870, and died on February 10, 1942. Her works are known for their delicate emotional descriptions and profound social insights. more

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