{"product_id":"seeds-isbn-9781570629303","title":"Seeds","description":"Thomas Merton is often considered the most prominent Christian contemplative of the twentieth century, but he was also a political activist, social visionary, and literary figure whose writings combine the candor of Thoreau and the moral vision of Gandhi. Here is a remarkably accessible introduction to his work: a collection of a short, vivid excerpts arranged in four parts so as to parallel the journey of a seeking soul in the modern world.   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   •  \"Real and False Selves\" distinguishes between our real selves, a deep religious mystery known entirely only to God, and the identities we take on in order to function in society. \u003cbr\u003e   •  \"The World We Live In\" provides a spiritual context to modern life, moving from a stark rejection of its empty promises to a deep compassion for its tragic limitations. \u003cbr\u003e   •  \"Antidotes to Illusion\" reflects on contemplative practices that can serve as the allies of our \"real selves\" in the battle against illusion: silence, solitude, meditation, prayer, charity, and faith. \u003cbr\u003e   •  \"Love in Action\" explores the role of the contemplative in the modern age and the challenges and pitfalls of living a life of active love. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMerton's startling critique of a society driven by technology and rampant acquisition, the politics of \"good versus evil,\" and the self-deluding complacency of the spiritual \"lifestyle\" demonstrate beyond doubt that his writings are as urgent today as they were in his lifetime.Thomas Merton (1915–1968) was a Trappist monk, spiritual director, political activist, social critic, and one of the most-read spiritual writers of the twentieth century. He is the author of many books, including \u003ci\u003eThe Seven Storey Mountain\u003c\/i\u003e.","brand":"Shambhala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46304078758117,"sku":"NP9781570629303","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781570629303.jpg?v=1767736299","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/seeds-isbn-9781570629303","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}