Name: Waiting for God
ISBN: 9780061718960

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Quiet Intensity

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philosophical essays
serious, giftable presence

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love and philosophy in close conversation
a book that rewards slow, repeated reading

Book Details

Authors: Simone Weil
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: April 7, 2009
Format: Print & ebook
Theme: The Christian Soul · Faith & Inspiration
Reading lane: The Christian Soul

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Philosophers' Lives
Women's Lives
Religion & Philosophy
Philosophy Writing

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Catholicism
Christian Personal Growth
Christian Memoirs
Spirituality

About This Book

Emerging from the thought-provoking discussions and correspondence Simone Weil had with the Reverend Father Perrin, this classic collection of essays contains the renowned philosopher and social activist's most profound meditations on the relationship of human life to the realm of the transcendent. An enduring masterwork and "one of the most neglected resources of our century" (Adrienne Rich), Waiting for God will continue to influence spiritual and political thought for cen...

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Emerging from the thought-provoking discussions and correspondence Simone Weil had with the Reverend Father Perrin, this classic collection of essays contains the renowned philosopher and social activist's most profound meditations on the relationship of human life to the realm of the transcendent. An enduring masterwork and "one of the most neglected resources of our century" (Adrienne Rich), Waiting for God will continue to influence spiritual and political thought for centuries to come.