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Thomas Merton

By Benjamin

I accidentally came across a dvd entitled “Merton: A Biography”. Years ago, I was very much in love with his poetry, because it made such sense to me as I was becoming a mature Catholic Christian. I do not profess to be fully matured either then or now, but I read his words during the year that made me a spiritual person. I will never forget the first time I visited Gethsemani and walked through those sacred doors–it is truly one of the most peaceful place I have ever been.

I hope to revisit Merton’s work again now that my interest in social action is beginning to take shape. I know I’m rambling but I am very tired and my brain is not my friend this evening.

Pax

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One Response to “Thomas Merton”

  1. nissalovescats Says:
    November 29, 2008 at 7:58 am |

    Very interesting, I read a little about Thomas Merton once but don’t remember it well because I wasn’t a Catholic (or a Christian) when I read it.

    I like your blog very much.

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