Reading to Live: The Evolving Practice of Lectio Divina

traces the practice of from its roots in the ascetic movement in the early church and monasticism to its rediscovery in recent times. The benefits brings become clear as Origen, Augustine, Bernard, and many others throughout history testify to its power in their lives. Modern commentators from a variety of disciplines spell out potential for the world of the twenty-first century. This book invites people of all faiths to embrace the Venerable practice of lectio divina. It provides abundant creative testimonies to its practice and to its life-changing effects.