“A purely mental life may be destructive if it leads us to substitute thought for life and ideas for actions. The activity proper to man is purely mental because man is not just a disembodied mind. Our destiny is to live out what we think, because unless we live what we know, we do not even know it. It is only by making our knowledge part of ourselves, through action, that we enter into the reality that is signified by our concepts.”
This book delves into the themes of solitude, self-reflection, and the nature of human thought, offering a contemplative look at the individual's journey through isolation. 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
“I just tell people what they already know but are afraid to admit to themselves.”
“Men respect the silent; they despise the garrulous. - Marius”
“Suburban houses and tin sheds are often the objects of ridicule.”
“Interesting" he said. "You know, Simon never mentioned that his roommate was a werewolf.”