The Good News According To Luke: Spiritual Reflections

by Richard Rohr

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Richard Rohr shares his understanding of Luke's message for today's reader. Grounded in scholarship but accessible to a general audience, this commentary sheds light on the main themes of Luke's Gospel. He works through each theme in a twofold way. He first addresses individual concerns, duties, and possibilities, and then connects them to the larger picture of cultural and ecclesial values. Fr. Rohr has a fascinating perspective, enhanced by his travels to Africa and Latin America, that can show more nourish and inspire both individual readers and the church at large. show less

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Richard Rohr is a globally recognized ecumenical teacher whose work is grounded in Christian mysticism, practices of contemplation and self-emptying, and compassion for the marginalized. He is a Franciscan priest of the New Mexico province and founder of the Center for Action and Contemplation in Albuquerque, where he also serves as academic dean show more of the Living School for Action and Contemplation. Fr. Richard is the author of many books, including the bestsellers Just This, What Do We Do with Evil?, The Universal Christ, and The Wisdom Pattern. show less

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Religion & Spirituality, Nonfiction
DDC/MDS
226.4ReligionThe BibleGospels and ActsLuke
LCC
BS2595.2 .R64Philosophy, Psychology and ReligionThe BibleThe BibleNew TestamentSpecial parts of the New Testament
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