This Here Flesh

Autori

• Cole Arthur Riley

Parametri

• 224 pagine
• 8 ore di lettura

• Biografie
• Esoterismo e religione
• Saggistica
• Spiritualità e Religione
• Temi religiosi

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In her stunning debut, the creator of Black Liturgies intertwines stories from three generations of her family with contemplative reflections, exploring the "necessary rituals" that foster belonging, dignity, and liberation. Cole Arthur Riley eloquently asserts, "From the womb, we must repeat with regularity that to love ourselves is to survive," highlighting her father's desire for her to embrace her dignity as a vital tool for survival. Through her compelling narratives, Arthur Riley delves into the lives of her grandmother and father, revealing an embodied spirituality that honors their beliefs and the act of living. She candidly reflects on her own childhood and the journey to self-discovery, tackling urgent questions of life and faith: How can spirituality awaken the body rather than silence it? How do we honor and heal from our inherited stories? In a world filled with dislocation and unrest, how can we find peace? This work of contemplative storytelling invites readers to explore their own narratives, examine their capacity for rest, wonder, joy, rage, and repair, and recognize that our humanity enriches our faith. A powerful intergenerational account and tender coming-of-age narrative, it resonates with anyone seeking meaning in their stories.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2023

(In brossura)