Francis and the Sultan of Egypt
Eager to Love: The Alternative Way of Francis of Assisi
Book • 2024
In 'Francis and the Sultan of Egypt,' Richard Rohr examines the historical and spiritual significance of St. Francis of Assisi's meeting with Sultan Malik al-Kamil during the Crusades.
Rohr uses the encounter as a paradigm for interspiritual dialogue, courage, and the possibility of compassion across entrenched religious divides.
He blends historical narrative with contemplative theology to argue that true religion manifests as love and humility rather than domination.
The book invites readers to consider how contemplatives and spiritual practitioners might influence political leaders and call communities back to nonviolence.
Rohr frames the story as an archetype for mingling love and non-dual awareness in a conflicted world.
Rohr uses the encounter as a paradigm for interspiritual dialogue, courage, and the possibility of compassion across entrenched religious divides.
He blends historical narrative with contemplative theology to argue that true religion manifests as love and humility rather than domination.
The book invites readers to consider how contemplatives and spiritual practitioners might influence political leaders and call communities back to nonviolence.
Rohr frames the story as an archetype for mingling love and non-dual awareness in a conflicted world.
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