Simplicity in forms of worship, opposition to violence, and the importance of compassionate living and thoughtful listening are hallmarks of the spirituality of the Quakers. From their beginnings in seventeenth–century England to today, the Friends have attempted to live out their belief in the presence of God's spirit within their hearts. This book features the writings of some of the most influential and inspirational Quaker thinkers –– George Fox, John Woolman, Caroline Stephen, Thomas Kelly, and others –– providing a vivid portrait of the beautiful, simple spirituality of the Quakers.
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The HarperCollins Spiritual Classics series presents short, accessible introductions to the foundational works that shaped Western religious thought and culture. This series seeks to find new readers for these dynamic spiritual voices -- voices that have changed lives throughout the centuries and still can today.
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The Quakers are known for their deeply personal approach to spirituality. The writings of this volume convey just that. This is an absolutely beautiful collection of reflective writings by men and woman who found the Sacred within them. The anthology begins with selections from the "Journal" and the letters of George Fox (1624-1691), the figure around whom the original Quaker movement crystallized. This anthology includes some selections from the laudatory preface to Fox's "Journal", written by none other than William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania. The anthology then includes the works of other Quakers from the 16th to the 20th centuries. One of the surprising gems of the book are the writings of Thomas Kelly (1893-1941), an American mystic whose life and work are too little appreciated. Kelly's writings radiate with the power of his mystical experience. Overall, this is a profoundly inspirational collection.
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This 2005 book is MUCH SHORTER than the Paulist Press 1983 book,
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Amazon's presentation makes it seem that this book: "Quaker Spirituality: Selected Writings" (HarperCollins Spiritual Classics 2005) is the same as Quaker Spirituality: Selected Writings (Classics of Western Spirituality)" the original 1983 Paulist Press book. It isn't. It is abridged, to the point, in my opinion, of being much less useful as a brief overview of Quaker thought than the original book.Amazon even presents the first two reviews - which are of the Paulist Press 1983 book- as if they are reviews of this book from Harper Collins 2005. Amazon, please don't conflate these two books. The original 1983 book from Paulist Press is a great, albeit brief overview of Quaker writing. It brings together in one place, authors that can be hard to get a hold of; for example, Caroline Stephen. Five stars to the original 1983 book One star to the abridged 2005 edition for being too short to be a decent introduction Zero stars to Amazon for confusing the two. ~~~
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Quaker Library addition,
This review is from: Quaker Spirituality: Selected Writings (Classics of Western Spirituality) (Paperback)
This collection of writings is a great addition for your library or reading list -- whether or not you are a Friend, you'll find a collection of thought provoking writings with an interesting view.This book has both historical and philosophical views. Though much has changed in the world, and in the opinions of 'modern' Quakers, the core beliefs remain the same -- those who are new to Quakerism, those considering it or those just interested in another view will find this book of help.
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That all may know the dealings of the Lord with me, and the various exercises, trials, and troubles through which he led me. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
George Fox, Lord God, Margaret Fell, James Nayler, Oliver Cromwell, William Penn, Christ Jesus, Edward Burrough, Jesus Christ, Oliver Protector, Seed of God, Colonel Hacker, House of Correction, Yearly Meeting, John Woolman, New England, Thomas Lower, Aunt Peace, Caroline Stephen, Real Presence, Colonel West, Seed of Christ, King Charles, Lord Protector, Monthly Meeting New!
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That all may know the dealings of the Lord with me, and the various exercises, trials, and troubles through which he led me. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
George Fox, Lord God, Margaret Fell, James Nayler, Oliver Cromwell, William Penn, Christ Jesus, Edward Burrough, Jesus Christ, Oliver Protector, Seed of God, Colonel Hacker, House of Correction, Yearly Meeting, John Woolman, New England, Thomas Lower, Aunt Peace, Caroline Stephen, Real Presence, Colonel West, Seed of Christ, King Charles, Lord Protector, Monthly Meeting New!
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- Quaker Strongholds by Caroline Emelia Stephen on page 113, and page 114
- The Black Veil by Rick Moody in Back Matter
- George Fox by Thomas Hodgkin on page 114
- Purple America: A Novel by Rick Moody in Back Matter
- Teresa of Avila: Way of Prayer by Kieran Kavanaugh in Back Matter
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- Spirituality in Ecumenical Perspective by E. Glenn Hinson on 4 pages
- A Brief History of Spirituality (Blackwell Brief Histories of Religion) by Philip Sheldrake in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Thirsty for God: A Brief History of Christian Spirituality by Bradley P. Holt on page 99, and Back Matter
- A Brief History of Spirituality (Blackwell Brief Histories of Religion) by Philip Sheldrake in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- William Law: Selections from A Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life (HarperCollins Spiritual Classics) by HarperCollins Spiritual Classics in Back Matter
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