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Words of Light: Spiritual Wisdom from the Dead Sea Scrolls

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Ken Hanson's original translations of portions of the Dead Sea Scrolls bring to life the quiet, peaceful, and utterly spiritual life of the ancient Essenes. Those on a modern spiritual journey can find within the pages of this book a sense of the holy, and are reminded that, through the simplification of one's life, inner peace can be found even in today's busy, materialistic society.

Using Ken Hanson's own original translations of passages from the Dead Sea Scrolls, Words Of Light vividly recreates the daily life and spiritual practices of the "Sons of Light", Essenes who lived simple lives deeply dedicated to a spiritual existence in their desert community. Words Of Light reveals how these men were able to incorporate spirituality so completely into the fabric of their daily lives; and how we can learn to achieve spiritual and personal fulfillment in today's world through their example of simplicity, community, and vision. Words Of Light is highly recommended reading for seekers of spirituality, as well as students of Essenic thought and the Dead Sea Scrolls.

This was a fascinating insight into the ancient Essens, writers of the Dead Sea Scrolls, and how they sought a simpler more peaceful life.

The book is a beautiful instruction guide to achieve a life of freedom and happiness.

I really enjoyed this book! Fascinating book about the Essens! I strongly recommend this book to anyone interested in the subject.