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Ruthie
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Posted: Mon Mar 5th, 2007 12:10 am |
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Thomas Keating is a Trappist monk who has written many books, esp. on contemplative prayer.
Does anyone know anything about his books? Are they recommended? Do they adhere to orthodox Catholic teaching?
Ruthie
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Posted: Mon Mar 5th, 2007 01:24 am |
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Ruthie, unfortunately I don’t consider Keating a reliable source of orthodox spiritual doctrine. He is one of the inventers of Centering Prayer. You can see what I have to say about that topic here.
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Posted: Mon Mar 5th, 2007 02:59 am |
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David, I read that entire thread, and you certainly covered the subject very thoroughly. It does answer my question. Thanks.
Ruthie
Last edited on Mon Mar 5th, 2007 03:00 am by Ruthie
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Posted: Mon Mar 5th, 2007 10:59 pm |
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Ruthie -
I would like to add that Fr. Keating and his teaching on this do not represent the Trappist Order. The main Trappist promoters of the so-called Centering Prayer movement, along with Fr. Keating are; Fr. William Menninger and the late Fr. Basil Pennington.
The retreats I've attended at the Trappist Monastery near me ( over the last 20 yrs. or so ) , regardless of whoever the particular Retreat Master is, is typically based on / covers :
The scripture readings from that day's Mass
The Catechism / Church History
The saints
The importance of regular daily prayer
Frequent participation in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
God bless.
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