Wisdom from the Western Isles The Making of a Mystic by David Torkington

Wisdom from the Western Isles The Making of a Mystic by David Torkington

First published in the 1970s in three separate volumes, 'Wisdom From the Western Isles' is the moving story of a young man, James Robertson, and his journey from loss and self-doubt to spiritual understanding and mystical union.

Filled with insights into spiritual growth and the options for meeting God in daily prayer timeCrux of the NewsIf this book ends up on the shelf next to Introduction to the Devout Life, they will be in fitting company. David McLaurin, winner of the "Daily Express Book of the Year Award" for his novel Bishop of San FernandoThe format and flow of a novel but the impact of a work of deep mysticism. This little book can revolutionize the way you pray. To get better at doing 'the most important thing' in your life, we recommend you read this book. Larry Holley O.S.B., Book Nook , USAHis engrossing style masks the depth of his practical advice and specifics about many forms of prayer from the traditional to the new. Stanley M. Grabowski, Ph.D., Pastoral LifeDavid Torkington writes about prayer, the true deep prayer of the heart that surrenders us to the Father of Jesus. So simply expressed, so colloquial, that we understand the total love of God as the essential act of being human. Sr. Wendy Beckett, Mount Carmel

David Torkington is a Catholic journalist, author and speaker, who writes and lectures about prayer and Christian spirituality. He specialises in Mystical Theology and Franciscan spirituality. He had a regular column in The Catholic Herald for many years but is now freelance.

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ISBN 13	9781846941191
ISBN 10	1846941199
Title	Wisdom from the Western Isles The Making of a Mystic
Author	David Torkington
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Collective Ink
Year published	2008-08-29
Number of pages	396
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