In this addition to the Catholic Biblical Theology of the Sacraments series, a top Catholic New Testament scholar offers a biblical theology of the initiatory rite of baptism rooted in the Old and New Testaments.
God's Way to Finding Contentment Based on Matthew 6:33
Discontentment, stemming from stress, impatience, and greed, affects everyone. The book explores this issue through the lens of Matthew 6:33, offering insights on finding contentment from a divine perspective. It aims to enlighten readers, challenging them to reflect on their lives while providing encouragement to overcome feelings of dissatisfaction.
Timothy Gray examines the early career of Gary Snyder, a pivotal figure in the San Francisco Renaissance, through unpublished journals and letters. He explores Snyder's influence on the cultural geography of the Pacific Rim, highlighting how this literary community embraced a regional identity to challenge Cold War ideologies. Gray delves into Snyder's migratory sensibility, literary translation, and environmental advocacy, while also capturing his role within the Beat and hippie movements. This interdisciplinary work appeals to scholars and general readers interested in the Beat movement and multicultural poetry influences.