{"product_id":"9780008332792_how-to-live-what-the-rule-of-st-benedict-teaches-us-about-happiness-meaning-and-community","title":"How to Live: What the rule of St. Benedict Teaches Us About Happiness, Meaning, and Community","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Rule of St. Benedict (the rule) arose in an era when a great civilization was threatened by violence, economic forces that favored the wealthy, political leaders that lacked the trust of the public, and rampant xenophobia. The events that occurred in sixth-century Rome were much those like on the nightly news.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBenedict was not a priest or religious official. He was just a young man disillusioned by a corrupt society that lacked compassion. He had a vision of a society in which human values reigned supreme; a vision of compassion, harmony, and hope.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a book about living—not just surviving. It is a book about how to live a balanced, meaningful, and conscious life rooted in the ancient and time-tested wisdom of the rule.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eValente's book reflects her training as a journalist. The narrative is engaging, conversational, and filled with anecdotes. It reflects the sensibility of someone who has struggled with balancing work and family with finding true meaning and happiness that is not dependent on externals.\u003cbr\u003eIn 21 chapters, she explores the key elements of the rule and clearly demonstrates how incorporating this ancient wisdom can change the quality and texture of our lives. Included here are discussions of humility, waking up, silence, simplicity, trust, prayer, forgiveness, building consensus, listening, and living with awe. These fresh and profound explorations are inspiring, thoughtful, and motivational.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at beginner and mature spiritual seekers alike. It should also appeal to non-traditionally spiritual people—the so-called “nones” (people who list “none of the above” as their formal religion), who are seeking a saner way to live in an increasingly violent, divided, and confusing world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is not just a book, but a journey of growth and self-discovery. Valente's work, rooted in Christian faith, offers a fresh perspective on how to live a balanced and meaningful life. It is a top pick for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of our modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor fans of Tyler Staton (Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools Bible Study Guide plus Streaming Video), Joan Chittister (The Monastic Heart), John Mark Comer (Practicing the Way), Rowan Williams (Passions of the Soul), and Stephen Cottrell (Praying by Heart).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Judith Valente","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46889612116117,"sku":"9780008332792","price":26.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/3175\/9509\/files\/9780008332792.jpg?v=1776888193","url":"https:\/\/harpercollins.com.au\/products\/9780008332792_how-to-live-what-the-rule-of-st-benedict-teaches-us-about-happiness-meaning-and-community","provider":"HarperCollins AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}