The Search for Common Ground
In 'The Search for Common Ground,' Howard Thurman explores the profound connections that bind humanity together amidst a backdrop of division and conflict. His insightful reflections challenge readers to look beyond surface differences and recognize the shared values and experiences that unite us all. Through a blend of personal anecdotes and philosophical musings, Thurman invites us to embark on a journey of empathy and understanding. This book serves as a timeless call to action for those seeking peace in a fragmented world. Will you join him in discovering the powerful threads of commonality that weave us into the tapestry of life?
By Howard Thurman
Published: 1986
""The ideal of a common ground carries with it the notion that there is more that unites us than divides us. In understanding our shared humanity, we can forge connections that transcend our differences and lead us towards true peace and understanding.""
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Howard Thurman's book on community. In this book, Thurman calls us at once to affirm our own identity, but then to look behind that identity to that which we have in common with all life.
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Howard Thurman
Howard Thurman (1899-1981) was an influential American author, theologian, and civil rights leader known for his profound contributions to spiritual and social thought. He is best known for his works, including 'Jesus and the Disinherited', which explores the relationship between spirituality and social justice, and 'Meditations of the Heart', a collection of reflective spiritual essays. Thurman's writing style is characterized by lyrical prose and an emphasis on personal experience, blending mysticism with activism. His thoughts on nonviolent resistance and the integration of spirituality with the pursuit of equality have inspired generations and left a lasting impact on both religious and secular movements.
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- Howard Thurman
- Published
- January 1986
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- ISBN
- 0913408948
- Language
- English
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- Genres
- Social Justice MovementsPhilosophy of MindPhilosophyPolitics and Current Affairs
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The Search for Common Ground
By Howard Thurman
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