Just remaining quietly in the presence of God, listening to Him, being…

Thomas Merton
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Just remaining quietly in the presence of God, listening to Him, being attentive to Him, requires a lot of courage and know-how. ✨ Thomas Merton (1998). Contemplation in a World of Action: Second Edition, Restored and Corrected, p.191, University of Notre Dame Pess
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Just remaining quietly in the presence of God, listening to Him, being attentive to Him, requires a lot of courage and know-how. ✨ Thomas Merton (1998). Contemplation in a World of Action: Second Edition, Restored and Corrected, p.191, University of Notre Dame Pess

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