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Celtic Treasure: Daily Scriptures and Prayer

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"Celtic Treasure" is a gem of a source for people who need a way to focus their attention on prayer, quiet, and seeking God. The illustrations are lovely, the wording is simple yet complex, and the prayers lead the reader into a sense of grace and wonder. From the lighting of the candle to illustrate the love of God as the light of the world to the blessing uttered before extinguishing the flame, the reader can be led into a peace-filled place to see the Creator at work. The scripture story is easy to read, but a deeper knowledge of the Bible tells the reader that the point of the story has been gathered into a comprehensible nutshell.

I ordered this book after reading Listening for the Heartbeat of God, another volume by J. Philip Newell. I wasn't sure what to expect of Celtic Treasure, but it exceeds any expectations I could have had. It's a beautiful book, printed on heavy-weight paper, gorgeously illustrated, and hard bound. It is obviously meant to withstand years of daily use. I couldn't recommend this book more highly. Please gift yourself or a lucky other with this one.

Philip Newell's scriptures and prayers in Celtic Treasure, awaken us to new ways of thinking and experiencing our relationship with God. Through the use of images of light, creation, harmony, peace, being made in the image of God, spirit, etc. we are drawn closer to the true relationship that God intended us to have with Him. The translation of scripture is easy to read and could be used in settings with both children and adults. The format of prayer and scripture can be used to open or end a bible study or other small group setting, or can be used for individual meditation.

This is a beautifully written yet simple book of prayer richly rooted in the Celtic tradition. The language is both poetic and very ordinary - it soars and it yet says what one's praying heart may long to say in very ordinary language. It is a keeper!

The beautiful and whimisical illustrations by masters and child are a delight! The interpretation of the different bible passages are interesting to discuss and often offer an new way of looking at a message. The prayers are reflective and can be both calming and powerful... It is wonderful to add a journaling activity to reflect on the ideas presented.

I flip through the book daily and really appreciate the simplicity of it. it is exactly what I thought it would be, except for the fact that some of the prayers are often repeated. None the less, it was what i was wanting in a book of scripture and prayer and keep it by my bedside to refer to it when i wake and before i sleep. If you are looking for something simple, yet fulfilling in a sense, I would recommend it.

I find this book to be a lovely little treasure. I use it for my early morning and evening prayer time. The illustrations of Celtic art add to the charm of this little book.

A valued friend who recently used this book in a workshop on Yoga in Advent recommended that I purchase it. I have been searching for a way to reconnect with my higher power and to enliven my morning devotional practice, and this book fits the bill. It has beautiful prayers and readings.

Every morning at 5:30 a.m. before I head out to my morning "Boot Camp" exercise class, I light a candle and read the day's prayers and readings from this marvelous book. It avoids the "religiousity" of some other devotionals; it is deeply spiritual and moving. I feel my connection growing each day.