Synopsis
Widely appreciated in our contemporary world for its therapeutic benefits, the ancient practice of meditation flourishes foremost as an important tool for spiritual growth.
Now this helpful guide has everything you need to make this practice your own. You'll find perspectives that cross time and tradition, plus plenty of practical help -- with step-by-step exercises, inspiring quotes, useful practice hints, engaging art, a comprehensive glossary, and plenty of encouragement.
Library Journal
With these two titles, the publisher has launched a promising new series on spiritual practices. Chilson, a Paulist Father based in Portland, OR, has written a very engaging and far-reaching little book on meditative practice deeply rooted in Buddhist traditions but keenly aware of other methods and approaches. It is carefully enough crafted to be useful to believers of almost any persuasion. Koch, an adjunct professor of religion in the graduate school of St. Mary's University, offers an equally useful and affecting treatment of the spiritual benefits of beginning and keeping a journal. His text is full of practical counsel and includes pointers to web sites and a list of additional books readers might wish to consult. The series will be augmented this fall with titles on pilgrimage and fasting. Highly recommended. Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.