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The Practice of the Presence of God - Pure Gold Classics
Brother Lawrence
Millions have learned to live in the presence of God through this simple book, written by a humble monastery cook. Published first in French in 1692, The Practice of the Presence of God is a classic for everyone who has a heart that is hungry for more of God - whose "soul thirst for God, for the living God." Amid his pots and pans, the author, Brother Lawrence, became so noted for his serenity and joy while he worked at the most menial kitchen tasks, that cardinals and theologians came to see him to learn his secret - even the pope of his day is said to have visited him. This Pure Gold Classic version of The Practice of the Presence of God contains writings of Brother Lawrence not normally found in other versions, and important new features. The Practice of the Presence of God consists of conversations, letters, and maxims on how we should live, with the idea of cultivating the sense of the presence of God in the soul and, indeed, in the world around us. We need this great spiritual classic now more than ever, when we are overwhelmed by the vastness of today's problems. We need to return to the simplicity of Brother Lawrence, whose "little way" lightens our burdens and rejoices the heart. For nearly 300 years this unparalleled classic has given both blessing and instruction to those who can be content with nothing less than knowing God in all His majesty and feeling His loving presence throughout each simple day. |
