Meditations of the Heart [Paperback]

Howard Thurman (Author)

Book Description

Release date: August 1, 1999

Meditations of the Heart is a beautiful collection of meditations and prayers by one of our greatest spiritual leaders. Howard Thurman, the great spiritualist and mystic, was renowned for the quiet beauty of his reflections on humanity and our relationship with God. This collection of fifty-four of his most well-known meditations features his thoughts on prayer, community, and the joys and rituals of life. Within this collection are words that sustain, elevate, and inspire. Thurman addresses those moments of trial and uncertainty and offers a message of hope and endurance for people of all faiths.

Editorial Reviews

Review

I have read Howard Thurman and been informed, influenced, and girded by his courage, intelligence, and abiding love. --Maya Angelou

"The minister will find this a sources of ideas and illustrations for sermon material. The layman will find it helpful for personal devotions and family worship." --H. G. J., San Francisco Chronicle, 1954

About the Author

Hailed by Life magazine as one of the great preachers of the twentieth century; a spiritual advisor to Martin Luther King, Jr., Sherwood Eddy, James Farmer, A. J. Musty, and Pauli Murray; the first black dean at a white university; cofounder of the first interracially pastored, intercultural church in the United States; Howard Thurman (1899-1981) was a man of penetrating foresight and astonishing charisma. His vision of the world was one of a democratic camaraderie born of faith, and in light of today's global community, one of particular importance.

Product Details

• Paperback: 216 pages
• Publisher: Beacon Press (August 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0807010235
• ISBN-13: 978-0807010235
• Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 0.6 x 8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #93,248 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Howard Thurman (1900-1981) was the first black dean of Marsh Chapel at Boston University and cofounder of the Church for the Fellowship of All Peoples in San Francisco, California, the first inter-racially copastored church in America.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

28 of 28 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars For the Poet and The Seeker of the Heart of God September 3, 2001

By Charles Crouch

Format:Paperback

I have read this book probably about 5 times. However, every time I read a poem or meditation, I got some type of new revelation from this man's words. Howard Thurman is by far one of the most wise ,intellectual,spiritual and thought provoking men I have ever studied. This book touches every issue that probably every person will inevitably face. From life, love, race, death, pain and joy, this book is a must read for the poet and the seeker of the very heart of God alike.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Touched my Soul! January 2, 2006

By Gracefulsista

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

I am speechless with this man and his work. He is a great philospher & great spirtual teacher. He has touched my soul in all my trials in life. "Meditations of the Heart" will assist you in your trials and assist you in your spirtual growth. I have read many times along with "Deep is the Hunger". You will be touched.

Peace & Blessings

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Heart, Soul and Mind Connection May 27, 2008

By Johnetta Miner

Format:Paperback

This book is a profound revealation of the connection between the heart, soul and mind. Howard Thurman is a prolific writer, scholar, and intuitive who seemed to have a direct line to the Universal Spirit. It is not a book that is to be stored on the shelf as one can read it again and again and each time it would have new meaning for the reader. His meditations are truly from the depths of his heart. Highly recommended!
Read more about Howard Thurman at [...]
Johnetta Miner, NP

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have! July 18, 2010

By misstori

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

This book has been more than what I hoped. A friend read a few excerpts from her copy and I decided to get one for myself. This is better than any daily devotional or short form inspirational book I've ever had next to my bed. There's not a daily life struggle that he doesn't address. It's truly a must have!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Pleased as punch October 14, 2011

By Jeremyah

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

I ordered this item from Amazon and it arrived in a timely manner. I ordered it used and was very pleased with the condition of the item. I would highly recommend this item to anyone looking to participate in a daily devotion. Thurman writes with such scholarly insight;yet he fully engages his reader and does not complicate his meaning with intellectual jargon. It is great reading!!!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Peace for your mind... November 18, 2010

By dvp5678

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

A collection of timeless insights, packed with wisdom. I try to read a passage every night immediately before I go to sleep. For me, these readings help regulate peace of mind, personal reflection, and spiritual enrichment. When I haven't been consistent in reading them, I can feel a difference in my spirit.

5.0 out of 5 stars Life-Changing June 3, 2013

By Damarius

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

The timelessness and profundity of this book cannot be overrated. Thurman has some timeless reflections in here, especially for his audience of spiritual/religious inclinations. But even for me, a firmly irreligious reader, Thurman has some basic, humbling, commonsense advice about how to accept your unavoidable failings and foibles, how to establish internal fortitude and external communion with like-minded and encouraging people. This book is far more invaluable than I could ever articulate. A great book!!

5.0 out of 5 stars Meditations of the Heart May 26, 2013

By VICKIE M SIMMS

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

Sorry I checked this book by mistake. I have not read it yet; however, I am planning to read it after I finish With Head & Heart. Howard Thurman's books should be required reading in high school