In the sanctuary of women : a companion for reflection & prayer
Come spend some time in the sanctuary of women, an often-ignored space in Jewish and Christian history. This devotional book for women highlights six women from around the world and across the centuries, inviting us to discover what their lives tell us about God. Jan Richardson, a gifted poet, artist, and author, believes it is essential for women to listen to one another's wisdom and bring the fullness of their lives, with all the wonders and messiness, into their prayer life. In the Sanctuary of Women gathers together these women from scripture and history: Eve Brigid of Kildare, The desert mothers, Hildegard of Bingen, Harriet Powers, The Woman of the Song of Songs. Each chapter becomes its own sanctuary, with one of the women serving as a companion as you contemplate the theme that her life offers. Throughout the readings Richardson weaves her own stories, poetry, prayers, and blessings. Midway through each chapter, a section called 'The Secret Room' gives you a chance to pause and reflect on unexpected insights
Prayers and devotions
1 online resource (319 pages) : illustrations
9780835811491, 0835811492
1002195019
Print version:
Intro the sanctuary : an introduction
The lay of the land : using this book
The beginning of all things : the book of Eve
A habit of the wildest bounty : the book of Brigid
A way in the wilderness : the book of the desert mothers
Say what you see : the book of Hildegard of Bingen
The mysteries of making : the book of Harriet Powers
In the garden of delights : the book of the bride