The Gospel Way of Mary: A Journey of Trust and Surrender - Softcover

Martini, Cardinal Carolo Maria

Softcover

ISBN 10: 159325184X ISBN 13: 9781593251840

Publisher: Word Among Us Press, 2011

Synopsis

Cardinal Carlo Martini is well-known for his ability to open the Scriptures through lectio divina or prayerful reading. In The Gospel Way of Mary, Martini takes us on a journey through Scripture of key events in the life of Mary. With keen and profound insight, he helps us see these familiar passages as a journey of trust and surrender not only for Mary but for us as well. This journey requires us to make a fundamental choice for God and make peace with his often mysterious ways. Martini reflects on Marys night of faith as well as her emotional life, relating these to our own experiences of hardship and suffering. He concludes by showing how true Marian devotion can enrich our lives. For anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of Mary and their relationship with her. Encourages reflection and prayer on the challenges we face on our own path to the Lord.

About this title

About the Author:

Cardinal Carlo Maria Martini, SJ is a Jesuit and Bible scholar of international fame. He was the archbishop of Milan from 1980 to 2002 and was made a cardinal in 1983. He has written more than forty books and has championed a revival of the ancient practice of lectio divina, or spiritual reading of Scripture, using it as a pastoral tool in his archdiocese and in his books. Martini has served as rector of the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome and continues his work today as a Bible scholar for the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Jerusalem.

About this edition

• Publisher: Word Among Us Press
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 159325184X
• ISBN 13: 9781593251840
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 120