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PublisherWiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-100470907754
ISBN-139780470907757
eBay Product ID (ePID)99505689
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Book TitleFalling Upward : a Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life
Number of Pages240 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicSpirituality, Gerontology, Christian Life / Inspirational, Christian Life / Spiritual Growth
Publication Year2011
GenreReligion, Social Science
AuthorRichard Rohr
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1 in
Item Weight9.6 Oz
Item Length7.1 in
Item Width5.2 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2010-049429
ReviewsFranciscan priest Rohr (The Naked Now) is a big-picture kind of thinker when it comes to characterizing the human journey. Life has two halves; life follows the pattern of a hero/heroine's journey; life is disorderly and inherently tragic. Elders and mystics are more inclined to such sweeping and subtle observations, and Rohr, born in 1943, fits in both categories. Rohr writes about spirituality in broad terms, but is deeply grounded in the writings and thinkers of his Catholic religious tradition. His discussion of familiar theological concerns--the necessity of suffering, the opportunities provided by mistakes--is fresh because imaginative and vigorous. His metaphors ("discharging your loyal soldier"), paradoxes (see the book's title), and arguments are not, however, easy to follow or even easy to summarize. They will frustrate some readers, but delight others who are attentive enough to follow the connections Rohr makes. This small, provocative book will make a particularly good gift for a thoughtful, spiritually open man. (May) ( Publishers Weekly , April 11, 2011)
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal248.4
Table Of ContentThe Invitation to a Further Journey vii Introduction xiii 1 The Two Halves of Life 1 2 The Hero and Heroine's Journey 17 3 The First Half of Life 25 4 The Tragic Sense of Life 53 5 Stumbling over the Stumbling Stone 65 6 Necessary Suffering 73 7 Home and Homesickness 87 8 Amnesia and the Big Picture 97 9 A Second Simplicity 105 10 A Bright Sadness 117 11 The Shadowlands 127 12 New Problems and New Directions 137 13 Falling Upward 153 Coda 161 Notes 169 Bibliography 177 The Author 183 Index 185
SynopsisA fresh way of thinking about spirituality that grows throughout life In Falling Upward , Fr. Richard Rohr seeks to help readers understand the tasks of the two halves of life and to show them that those who have fallen, failed, or gone down are the only ones who understand up. Most of us tend to think of the second half of life as largely about getting old, dealing with health issues, and letting go of life, but the whole thesis of this book is exactly the opposite. What looks like falling down can largely be experienced as falling upward. In fact, it is not a loss but somehow actually a gain, as we have all seen with elders who have come to their fullness. Explains why the second half of life can and should be full of spiritual richness Offers a new view of how spiritual growth happens?loss is gain Richard. Rohr is a regular contributing writer for Sojourners and Tikkun magazines This important book explores the counterintuitive message that we grow spiritually much more by doing wrong than by doing right., PRAISE FOR FALLING UPWARD "Understanding the spiritual aspects of aging is as important as appreciating the systems and biological processes that age us. Richard Rohr has given us a perfect guide to what he calls the 'further journey,' a voyage into the mystery and beauty of healthy spiritual maturity." - Mehmet Oz , M.D., host of the "Dr. Oz Show" " Falling Upward calls forth the promise within us and frees us to follow it into wider dimensions of our spiritual authenticity. This 'second half of life' need not wait till our middle years. It emerges whenever we are ready and able to expand beyond the structures and strictures of our chosen path. With Richard Rohr as a guide, this mystery can become as real and immediate as your hand on the doorknob." - Joanna Macy , author of World as Lover, World as Self "In Falling Upward , Richard offers a simple but deeply helpful framework for seeing the whole spiritual life-one that will help both beginners on the path as they look ahead and long-term pilgrims as they look back over their journey so far." - Brian McLaren , author of A New Kind of Christianity and Naked Spirituality brianmclaren.net "The value of this book lies in the way Richard Rohr shares his own aging process with us in ways that help us be less afraid. We begin to see that, as we grow older, we are being awakened to deep, simple, and mysterious things we simply could not see when we were younger." - Jim Finley , retreat leader, Merton scholar, and author of The Contemplative Heart "This is Richard Rohr at his vintage best: prophetic, pastoral, practical. A book I will gratefully share with my children and grandchildren." - Cynthia Bourgeault , Episcopal priest, retreat leader, and author of The Meaning of Mary Magdalene , Centering Prayer , Inner Awakening , and The Wisdom Way of Knowing, A fresh way of thinking about spirituality that grows throughout life In Falling Upward , Fr. Richard Rohr seeks to help readers understand the tasks of the two halves of life and to show them that those who have fallen, failed, or "gone down" are the only ones who understand "up., A fresh way of thinking about spirituality that grows throughout life In Falling Upward , Fr. Richard Rohr seeks to help readers understand the tasks of the two halves of life and to show them that those who have fallen, failed, or "gone down" are the only ones who understand "up." Most of us tend to think of the second half of life as largely about getting old, dealing with health issues, and letting go of life, but the whole thesis of this book is exactly the opposite. What looks like falling down can largely be experienced as "falling upward." In fact, it is not a loss but somehow actually a gain, as we have all seen with elders who have come to their fullness. Explains why the second half of life can and should be full of spiritual richness Offers a new view of how spiritual growth happens'loss is gain Richard. Rohr is a regular contributing writer for Sojourners and Tikkun magazines This important book explores the counterintuitive message that we grow spiritually much more by doing wrong than by doing right.
LC Classification NumberBV4580
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- 23. Mär. 2024
Not likely I will purchase a 'USED' book again in the future!
I have trouble reading smaller print... so I would have purchased a copy of the Book with larger print and larger book dimensions in turn. The previous owner used a pen (not pencil) to outline passages they found relevant to their own needs. Had I known this I probably would NOT have purchased a Used Book and opposed to a New Book. I was surprised that this had not been checked beforehand. A defaced book is not really worth anything after it's been scribbled in or highlighted wouldn't you agree? Sincerely, Graham F. SteeleBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 10. Feb. 2022
Deep discussions
great reading, using this for our class book study and great discussion points. Need guidance from our group leader as sometimes, some concepts are difficult for me to understandBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 06. Mär. 2025
Helps put life and what's important in perspective
I loved the book so much I had to get it for a dear friend of mine.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 23. Mai. 2024
Falling Upward
Good book for reflection on personal growth know and preparation for our second half of life, Wise advice and perspective on saving unnecessary heartache.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 15. Feb. 2018
Uplifting
Very inspiring and helpful milestone map. Encouraging to read that our experience in life needs to redirect in second half of our journey.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 03. Dez. 2019
Worth every penny.
Compelling. I would have to stop and re-read sections repeatedly and sometimes, read a passage or two to whoever was in the room.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 05. Feb. 2023
Rich wisdom
Worth its weight in gold! Reading for my fourth or fifth time. Perfect for those wondering where am I in life?Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 11. Mär. 2022
Maturity and wisdom.
Have not read all but seems intelligently written and inspirational. Very thought provoking!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 10. Sep. 2022
Doing the work….
A great opportunity to read and reflect about the two halves of our lives.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 17. Aug. 2021
Good Content - Book Condition Not as Expected
The content of the book is fine. I am disappointed in the condition of the book. The book is completely marked up with purple ink and it is distracting to read.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
