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Author Steindl-Rast, David

Title Words of common sense for mind, body, and soul / David Steindl-Rast ; foreword by Thomas Moore
Published Philadelphia : Templeton Foundation Press, ©2002

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Description 1 online resource (xvii, 91 pages)
Contents Acknowledgments; Introduction by Thomas Moore; What Is Common Sense?; Proverbs and Common Sense; The Common Sense Sayings of Jesus; Common Sense as Ultimate Authority; The Good News of Common Sense; Obstacles to Common Sense; Cultivating Common Sense
Summary Brother David Steindl-Rast takes us on a journey of discovery by identifying the wonder of the ordinary found in common sense. In a humble and insightful way he illuminates the teachings that are passed from one generation to the next. These words of common sense bring to light the important virtues and ethics that are valued by human beings worldwide. ""When you drink from a stream, remember the spring,"" says a wise Chinese proverb that evokes thanksgiving and reflection. ""A contented heart is a continual feast"" directs a person to look within for their happiness rather tha
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Subject Jesus Christ -- Parables
SUBJECT Jesus Christ fast
Subject Common sense.
Conduct of life.
Proverbs -- History and criticism.
ethics (philosophical concept)
PHILOSOPHY -- Social.
PHILOSOPHY -- Ethics & Moral Philosophy.
Common sense
Conduct of life
Proverbs
Parables, Biblical
Genre/Form Criticism, interpretation, etc.
Form Electronic book
ISBN 193203143X
9781932031430