"Just remaining quietly in the presence of God, listening to Him, being attentive to Him, requires a lot of courage and know-how."

Courage

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The theme of courage is universal, yet Thomas Merton manages to capture its essence in a uniquely profound way. Taking a moment to internalize this can shift our mindset, reminding us that our perspective on courage often shapes our reality.

About Thomas Merton

Thomas Merton, religious name M. Louis, was an American Trappist monk, theologian, mystic, poet, and social activist. He was a professed member of the Abbey of Our Lady of Gethsemani, near Bardstown, Kentucky, living there from 1941 to his death.

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