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An Introduction to Meditation
In this opening episode, I introduce the practice of meditation and its place within the Christian contemplative tradition.
While meditation is often associated with Eastern traditions, it has always been present in the West. Its roots stretch back thousands of years. In this episode, I trace the development of Christian meditation through the early Desert Fathers, the shaping of monastic life, the Franciscan school, and the Capuchin tradition, a lineage that has been teaching and practising meditation for over 500 years.
This episode offers a gentle moment of calm, whether you are taking a…
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