Silence and Witness: The Quaker Tradition

by Michael L. Birkel

Book Overview

The Quaker tradition offers a vibrant brand of spirituality--one that combines spiritual sensibility with a strong impulse toward ethical witness in the world. Silence and Witness shares an introduction to Quaker spirituality covering its history, significant voices, and its characteristic themes, including silent worship, the way of simplicity, prayer, discernment, and an emphasis on inner growth.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1570755183
• ISBN13: 9781570755187
• Release Date: May 2004
• Publisher: Orbis Books
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.3" x 8.3"