A Woman Wrapped in Silence

by John W. Lynch

Book Overview

This modern spiritual classic is a touching and human portrait of the woman who was the mother of Christ, drawn with reverence and dignity--a narrative poem of special distinctiveness, universal in its appeal, and written in fluent verse of exceptionally high quality. The book does not draw on legend or easy fancy. Although written before the renewal of scriptural scholarship, the poem's biblical basis remains surprisingly valid. The story of Mary...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0809119056
• ISBN13: 9780809119059
• Release Date: January 1968
• Publisher: Paulist Press
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 4.7" x 7.0"

Customer Reviews

A contemporary, timeless treasure.

This little volume has aged well. It is a gift for those who are invited to reacquaint themselves with Mary, the real woman who was chosen to give birth to Jesus. Long ago and far away might just as well be here and now. We still struggle to accept that God chooses to become human. This book offers a loving portrait of the woman who accepted mystery and became its bearer. Don't just read it. Allow it to speak to your heart and empower your dreams.

Must Read - understand the heart of Our Blessed Mother.

This book/poem beautifully illustrates the heart of Mary, Our Blessed Mother. The reader comes to understand her thoughts, emotions, and, especially, her silence as she watches Jesus grow, enter public life, be crucified and resurrected. The book may be a little difficult to get into, but by the time Jesus is lost in the temple, you can't put the book down. Truly a wonderful insight into Mary as she "pondered these things in her heart."