Silence and Witness Religion_ Christian Life Containing both new material and

Containing both new material and articles written for Concilium

"--Mary Frances Coady

an award-winning biography of Swami Abhishiktananda

I urge all Americans to read this book and come to their own conclusions about why he died and why--after fifty years--it still matters

and other writings

Silence and Witness Religion_ Christian Life Containing both new material andThe Quaker tradition offers a vibrant brand of spirituality one that combines spiritual sensibility with a strong impulse toward ethical witness in the world. Silence and Witness shares an introduction to Quaker spirituality covering its history, significant voices, and its characteristic themes, including silent worship, the way of simplicity, prayer, discernment, and an emphasis on inner growth. Michael Birkel teaches at Earlham College, Richmond,