“If change and growth are not programmed into your spirituality, if there are not serious warnings about the blinding nature of fear and fanaticism, your religion will always end up worshiping the status quo and protecting your present ego position and personal advantage as if it were God.”
Quote by Richard Rohr
Work
Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life
This book delves into the spiritual journey of individuals as they navigate the complexities and transformations that occur during the latter part of life. more
Author
Richard Rohr
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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