The Practice of the Presence of God
Brother Lawrence (1605-1691)
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The Practice of the Presence of God is a collection of letters and transcriptions of conversations, compiled by a disciple of Brother Lawrence. Brother Lawrence was a Carmelite monk and head cook in his monastery’s kitchens. He quickly gained an international reputation as a mystic and spiritual counselor. The Practice of the Presence records his last words of advice to his friends and disciples, as he suffered from an unnamed illness which would eventually take his life. (Description written by Kirsten Ferreri).
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The book always leaves me with a sense of Wonder.
Mike W
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Very practical in today's busy world!
Mike W.
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Much needed reminder in this busy world we live in.
Danny
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I think this is the best book in the world, second to the bible.
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