Prisoner of war, optometrist, time-traveller - these are the life roles of billy pilgrim, hero of this miraculously moving, bitter and funny story of innocence faced with apocalypse slaughterhouse 5 is one of the worlds great anti-war books centring on the infamous fire-bombing of dresden in the second world war, billy pilgrims odyssey through time reflects the journey of our own fractured lives as we search for meaning in what we are afraid to know.
Now in PaperbackWhy are we here? What is the meaning of life? What does it take to be happy? The answers to these and other life questions are gathered in Tiny Buddha: Simple Wisdom for Life’s Hard Qu
你也許想知道……為什麼世界總是割裂？圓融的生活有什麼元素？靈修傳統有什麼值得借鏡？我可以為世界的圓融做什麼？割裂的人生絕對不是健康的心靈狀態，撕裂的社會決非我們安居樂業之處。基督教靈修傳統讓生命由割裂轉化成圓融，在靈裏重新得到動力，找到意義和方向。本書作者結合了本篤、依納爵和方濟靈修傳統的睿智，為當代都市人分享他對世界和人性的看法，並從不同靈修傳統中指引我們從割裂回歸圓融。A divided life is never a healthy state of mind, and a divided society is never a place where we can live and work in peace and happiness. The Christian spiritual tradition lets life transformed from fragmentation to wholeness, and can be re-energised in the spirit, finding meaning and direction. The author of this book combines the wisdom of the Benedictine-Cistercian, Ignatian and Franciscan Spirituality, to share his vision of the world and humanity for today's urbanites. To guide us through the different spiritual traditions, we may find our way back to wholeness from fragmentation.本書特色：․ 加插精美圖畫，進入默想境地。․ 吸收傳統精華，聆聽內在聲音。․ 擬訂反思問題，適合小組研讀。
「我們應該成為怎樣的人？」「我們應該怎麼活？」這個問題有答案嗎？生命的意義有答案嗎？人類很矛盾，很多老師都說：老師不是聖人，沒有人可以決定別人的人生。但也有老師說：生命本來就有意義，人本來就應該思考。「我們應該成為有思考能力的人。」這件事被說成是「本來」，這是錯誤的，人們無法證明，所以說這是「本來」。本書將證明：「我們應該成為有思考能力的人。」本書將證明：「人類有應該走向的未來。」本書有一個歷史回顧，以前人們害怕思考。本書的內容就是這三個題目：「我們應該成為怎樣的人？生命的意義與教育的目的。」「民主最大的敵人是什麼？生命的意義與威權時代。」「人類應該走向怎樣的未來？生命的意義與文明的方向。」Is there an answer to the question: “What kind of people should we be?” “How should we live ?”Is there an answer to the meaning of life?This is a contradiction, many teachers say: teachers are not saints, no one can decide other people's lives.And some teachers say: Life “originally” has meaning.“We should become human beings with the ability to think.”This thing is said to be “original”, which is wrong, people can't prove it, so it is said to be “original”.This book will prove: “We should become human beings with the ability to think.”This book will prove: “There is a future that humanity should go to.”This book has a historical review, in the past, people were afraid to think.The contents o
Studs Terkel records the voices of America. Men and women from every walk of life talk to him, telling him of their likes and dislikes, fears, problems, and happinesses on the job. Once again, Terkel has created a rich and unique document that is as simple as conversation, but as subtle and heartfelt as the meaning of our lives.... In the first trade paperback edition of his national bestseller, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Studs Terkel presents "the real American experience" (Chicago Daily News)--"a magnificent book . . .. A work of art. To read it is to hear America talking." (Boston Globe).
'This is a brilliant, timely book for everyone - especially when life is vulnerable and volatile - and it has been written by one of the most resilient leaders I know.' - Pete Greig, 24-7 Prayer International & Emmaus Rd Church You'll bounce back How many of us have heard these well-meaning words when faced with mental or physical health challenges, trauma or the loss of dreams? And yet, life's battles can leave us scarred and changed. Why would we want to go back when what we've been through has taught us so much? It's time to bounce forwards instead. 'Nobody is immune from the storms of life. Patrick's book is a lifeboat while the waves are crashing but it is much more than that: Bouncing Forwards is a guide that helps us to navigate through tricky waters so that we become better equipped for the journey of life. It's an honest, wise and practical handbook for growing in resilience. I can't recommend it highly enough.' - Cathy Madavan Speaker, Writer, Broadcaster and Author of Irrep
A big, brilliant, profoundly observed novel about the absurdities of modern life and one man's search for meaning, by National Book Award Finalist Joshua Ferris, one of the most exciting voices of his
The doctrine of justification stands at the center of our systematic reflection on the meaning of salvation as well as our piety, mission, and life together. In his two-volume work on the doctrine of
NATIONAL BESTSELLER The New York Times-bestselling, National Book Award-winning author of The Friend brings her singular voice to a story about the meaning of life and death, and the value of companio
The conclusion to the gorgeous and lush Wintersong duology.Six months after the end of Wintersong, Liesl is working toward furthering both her brother’s and her own musical careers. Although she is determined to look forward and not behind, life in the world above is not as easy as Liesl had hoped. Her younger brother Josef is cold, distant, and withdrawn, while Liesl can’t forget the austere young man she left beneath the earth, and the music he inspired in her. When troubling signs arise that the barrier between worlds is crumbling, Liesl must return to the Underground to unravel the mystery of life, death, and the Goblin King—who he was, who he is, and who he will be. What will it take to break the old laws once and for all? What is the true meaning of sacrifice when the fate of the world—or the ones Liesl loves—is in her hands?“A maze of beauty and darkness, of music and magic and glittering things, all tied together with exquisite writing. This is a world you will want to stay los
In today’s Buddhist sphere, numerous claims have been made on what the Buddha has taught. However, were these teachings truly spoken by the Buddha? The Buddha-Dharma: Pure and Simple series is an exploration of over 300 topics, where Venerable Master Hsing Yun clarifies the Buddha’s teachings in a way that is accessible and relevant to modern readers. Erroneous Buddhist views should be corrected, the true meaning of the Buddha must be preserved to hold true to the original intents of the Buddha. All Buddhist practice begins with right view, for it is the compass that points toward the true path of cultivation. This fifth installment continues laying the groundwork of this foundation by addressing age-old misconceptions. Covering a wide range of social issues from the perspective of the Buddha-Dharma, Venerable Master offers readers a practical but profound approach to Buddhist practice in daily life.
An intimate, powerful, and inspiring memoir by the former First Lady of the United States In a life filled with meaning and accomplishment, Michelle Obama has emerged as one of the most iconic an
From Muhammad Ali and Maya Angelou to Oscar Wilde and Tennessee Williams, a psychologist uses quotes?from respected figures to?illustrate the 10 most common attitudes toward the "meaning of life"?Char
This is the first paperback edition of the classic gift book.It's an age-old question that has stumped the great minds of history: What is the meaning of life? In his hilarious and uplifting style, be
It's an age-old question that has stumped the great minds of history: What is the meaning of life? In his hilarious and uplifting style, best-selling author Bradley Trevor Greive finally provides the
Why is life worth living? What makes actions right or wrong? What is reality and how do we know it? The Brain and the Meaning of Life draws on research in philosophy, psychology, and neuroscience to a
