Celtic Treasure: Daily Scriptures and Prayer - Hardcover

Newell, J. Philip

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 080282983X ISBN 13: 9780802829832

Publisher: Eerdmans Pub Co, 2005

Synopsis

A daily prayer book that invites participation by all ages, Celtic Treasure will enable families to draw regularly from the great riches of Scripture and Celtic Christianity. It can also serve as a refreshing resource for individual or small-group prayer. In language that is striking for its simplicity and beauty, Philip Newell provides a retelling of a Scripture passage and original prayers inspired by the Celtic tradition for each day of the week. Over the course of seven weeks, these daily readings cover the whole arc of Scripture from the stories of creation and Israel through the life of Jesus and the New Testament letters. Exquisitely illustrated throughout with images from the ancient Book of Kells and with children’s vibrant interpretations of Celtic art, Newell’s Celtic Treasure will lead families, small groups, and individuals from the noise and busyness of everyday life into the mystery and wonder of the God who has created us and loves us.

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Review

The beautifully produced hardbarck volume is illuminated with artwork from the Book of Kells alongside the simplicity of children's Celtic artwork today. (Living Spirituality News)

The author has the commendable aim of strengthening Christian spirituality by making Scripture more accessible to families. He has certainly achieved a series of readings which in themselves are beautiful and challenging. The beatiful illustrations help to make the book a fine gift for any friend as well as being a personal aid to prayer and devotion. As you use it, you will find your spiritual life deepened if you heed its advice:'Be still and aware of God's presence within and all around. (John Johansen-Berg Reform 2006-05-01)

.This quality prayer book offers an elegant spiritual moment for almost every occasion. Beautifully illustrated with a combination of classical and contemporary Celtic art, taken from the Book of Kells and a group of children's own interpretation of Celtic art, this hardback offers an experience that is exhilarating, but also comforting and uplifting. (Life and Work 2006-04-01)

About the Author

J Philip Newell is a leading author in the field of Celtic spirituality including 'Celtic Benediction','Sounds of the Eternal','Listening for the heartbeat of God' and other popular titles. Previously Warden of Iona Abbey, and Warden of Spirituality in the Diocese of Portsmouth, he is presently based in Edinburgh and is engaged in full time writing and speaking.

Edition details

• Publisher: Eerdmans Pub Co
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 080282983X
• ISBN 13: 9780802829832
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 244