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Leaves For Quiet Hours (1904)

Leaves For Quiet Hours (1904)

George Matheson

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Poesía
ISBN:
9781120634771
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Leaves For Quiet Hours is a book of religious meditations and reflections written by George Matheson and originally published in 1904. The book is divided into 31 chapters, each containing a short essay or meditation on a particular theme related to Christian spirituality. Matheson, a Scottish theologian and minister, draws on his extensive knowledge of the Bible and Christian theology to provide insights into topics such as prayer, faith, forgiveness, and the nature of God. He uses personal anecdotes and examples from everyday life to illustrate his points and make his ideas accessible to readers. The overall tone of the book is contemplative and reflective, encouraging readers to take time out of their busy lives to reflect on their relationship with God and the world around them. The language is poetic and often lyrical, with a focus on the beauty and wonder of nature as a way to connect with the divine. Leaves For Quiet Hours is a timeless classic of Christian literature, offering readers a gentle and inspiring guide to deepening their spiritual lives.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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