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By: Thomas Merton

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Paperback | 8 January 2002 | Edition Number 1

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Thomas Merton is often considered the most prominent Christian contemplative of the twentieth century, but he was also a political activist, social visionary, and literary figure whose writings combine the candor of Thoreau and the moral vision of Gandhi. Here is a remarkably accessible introduction to his work: a collection of a short, vivid excerpts arranged in four parts so as to parallel the journey of a seeking soul in the modern world.

   • "Real and False Selves" distinguishes between our real selves, a deep religious mystery known entirely only to God, and the identities we take on in order to function in society.
   • "The World We Live In" provides a spiritual context to modern life, moving from a stark rejection of its empty promises to a deep compassion for its tragic limitations.
   • "Antidotes to Illusion" reflects on contemplative practices that can serve as the allies of our "real selves" in the battle against illusion: silence, solitude, meditation, prayer, charity, and faith.
   • "Love in Action" explores the role of the contemplative in the modern age and the challenges and pitfalls of living a life of active love.

Merton''s startling critique of a society driven by technology and rampant acquisition, the politics of "good versus evil," and the self-deluding complacency of the spiritual "lifestyle" demonstrate beyond doubt that his writings are as urgent today as they were in his lifetime.

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Non-Fiction Religion & Beliefs Aspects of Religion for Non-Christians Spirituality & Religious Experience Christianity Christian Life & Practice Christian Spirituality & Religious Experience Christian Mysticism Religious Life & Practice Mind, Body, Spirit Meditation and Visualisation

Introduction
Real and False Selves	p. 1
The World we Live in	p. 25
Unquiet City	p. 27
The Technological Imperative	p. 43
Events and Pseudo-Events	p. 49
Antidotes to Illusion	p. 57
Truth	p. 59
Silence	p. 63
Solitude	p. 65
Prayer, Meditation, Contemplation	p. 75
Monasticism	p. 92
Faith	p. 98
Charity	p. 104
Humility	p. 106
Vocation	p. 113
God	p. 116
Love in Action	p. 127
Toward a Theology of Love	p. 129
Nonviolence	p. 140
Sainthood	p. 152
Books and Tapes by and about Thomas Merton	p. 159
Sources and Abbreviations	p. 163
Acknowledgments	p. 165
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