Beyond Words: Daily Readings in the ABC's of FaithBeyond Words n (1.) Terms or names that point to the realm of mystery and depth that lies beyond our ordinary experience. (2.) The reality that is beyond even the power of beyond words to convey, and that can be known only by experiencing it for yourself. "A word a day to keep the demons at bay." This is how Frederick Buechner likes to describe this witty and incisive dictionary. A daily devotional from one of today's greatest spiritual writers, Beyond Words offers 366 entries from Buechner's three alphabet books, Wishful Thinking, Peculiar Treasures, and Whistling in the Dark, including a new Introduction and nineteen new entries. Providing definitions of both sacred and ordinary words, as well as biblical characters, Buechner unabashedly brings his fresh perspective to words, concepts, and characters we thought we understood. This is a great introduction to Buechner's work as well as a library staple for those already well versed in his writing. It is Buechner at his best. Whether readers find themselves tearful from a deeply moving insight or laughing out loud at an unexpected turn of phrase, they will always feel uplifted, illuminated, and enchanted by the wisdom of Frederick Buechner. |
Contents
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Section 2 | 32 |
Section 3 | 54 |
Section 4 | 71 |
Section 5 | 89 |
Section 6 | 107 |
Section 7 | 124 |
Section 8 | 142 |
Section 15 | 290 |
Section 16 | 297 |
Section 17 | 329 |
Section 18 | 335 |
Section 19 | 350 |
Section 20 | 383 |
Section 21 | 396 |
Section 22 | 400 |
Section 9 | 164 |
Section 10 | 176 |
Section 11 | 212 |
Section 12 | 219 |
Section 13 | 237 |
Section 14 | 269 |
Section 23 | 406 |
Section 24 | 416 |
Section 25 | 419 |
Section 26 | 423 |