Robert M. Hamma Libri

"My profession is always to be alert, to find God in nature," Henry David Thoreau wrote. Or as the Buddha once said, "If you wish to know the divine, feel the wind on your face and the warm sun on your hand." Earth's Echo is a book for people who love nature and find spiritual meaning in it. Using brief excerpts from the work of nature writers as touchstones for meditation, the book leads the reader to reflect on the sacred reality of nature as found in different the seashore, the river, the forest, the desert, and the mountain. It translates the traditional monastic practice of sacred reading, known as lectio divina, into an easily accessible four-step paying attention, pondering, responding, and surrendering.

Focusing on the concept of a 'sense of place,' Robert Hamma intertwines scripture, psychology, and theology to explore how our environments shape spiritual experiences. He delves into the significance of childhood locations and the ancient Hebrews' connection to 'the land,' alongside Jesus' perspective on place. This exploration encourages readers to reflect on the places that have influenced their lives, especially their homes, revealing these spaces as gateways to deeper spiritual understanding and connection.