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Rating:  - Will Use book For PTSD Veterans
An author friend of mine sent me a copy of this book a couple of days ago - she thought it might be of some use in my life or if not mine then I would know someone who might get something from Nouwen's words. Both cases proved true - as with any book that looks inward at the spirit there is always something to feed your search. I found that this book would go well at our new spiritual retreat center along the Russian River (CA) where veterans coming back from the wars against terrorism can come and heal. This might be a good resource for those emotionally and spiritually wounded by battle.
There is a huge group of "fans" for all of Henri Nouwen's books - perhaps there should be a better word to use than "fans" - perhaps more appropriately "devotees" is closer to what has happened. Obviously his thoughts and words have reached into the hearts and souls of many people.
This is book is like his own "dark night of the soul" as he explores the meaning of love, life, devotion, helping others, pain, suffering and even friendship. If you or someone you know is going through your own "dark night" then maybe this book will help. It is honest and naked of ego as it explores darker issues of the spirit.
If you have read the authors' other books you will find this one different but it will also serve as a key to understanding what you read with more insight. This book is one that should be best read slowly - just a few pages a day.
Rating: - Wonderful reading
This is a wonderful book that it is better if you read it little by little so that you can meditate on it. This is the second I buy because the first one I lent it to a friend and never saw it back. It is the kind of book you can read again and again.
Rating:  - Nouwen's Seeking Heart
Of Nouwen's books, this one has a deeper vulnerability than the others. I have always appreciated his organic spiritual depth and relational intimacy with God, but this book is different. It's raw, personal and vulnerable - and therefore very helpful. Not many men (males) would come out and say the things he says, and that's part of what makes it refreshing. His search for love and affirmation is more honest than I've read from any other writer and his gift to readers is his willingness to put these expressions in print. The book speaks most powerfully to the inner struggles of doubt and emotional need. If you've never been in that place I doubt the book will mean much, but if you have, you might find it to be water for your desert place.
Rating: - A true gem!!!
Henri Nouwen gives an insightful, raw, emotional response to his "dark night of the soul". This book is a perfect for anyone who is at a cross-roads in thier own journey.
Rating: - Healing
This book came to me at a perfect stage in my healing. One reads whatever one feels drawn to instead of just reading the book through page by page. It really added a depth of understanding to my journey and what I was truly going through. How refreshing! I was able to stay in some difficult places with God because of Henri's insight into spiritual things. I've bought the book for several friends who also love it!
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