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“I decided years ago that if I'm going to keep teaching contemplation, then the last years of my life should be contemplative.”

Quote by Richard Rohr

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Richard Rohr is an American theologian, writer, and priest, born in 1943. He is known for his profound insights into Christian spirituality and his critical thinking about contemporary society. more

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