Listening to the Light: How to Bring Quaker Simplicity and Integrity Into Our Lives

by Jim Pym

Quakers have long been respected for their simplicity, integrity, truthfulness, non violence and undestanding of the need for silence. This inspirational little book explores Quaker values and shows how - even if we are not members of the Society of Friends - we can bring Quaker practices and ideals into our everyday lives and relationships with others. Including a fascinating chapter on how to use the tools of Quakerism in a business context, there...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0712670203
• ISBN13: 9780712670203
• Release Date: April 1999
• Publisher: Random House UK
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.3" x 8.6"

Customer Reviews

For those interested in the Quaker way

The book is very useful to clarify the Quaker view of the life and specially the testimonies. The author shares his view of the Quaker worship and provides advice to the reader on how to listen the Light. A good comparison between the Buddhist and Quaker view of the ¨meditation¨ is provided. In addition to well established Quakers, probably the book can be very helpful for already attenders, relatively new members of the Religious Society of Friends and even for people just interested in know about Quakers and in how to listen the small interior voice.

Just about the best overview of Quaker practice

I have read quite extensively in investigating Quaker faith & practice and this is just about the best introduction I've found. This is the one that finally got me to get ... off the couch and seek out a meeting. Elegant, understandable, and personable writing by a guy with an obviously sweet spirit. Wholeheartedly recommended for those seriously considering a move toward Quaker-ism or those who are just interested in making the Quaker spirit part of their life's journey.

Simplicity defined

This simple yet complete book provides an explanation of many aspects of Quakerism. Pym's (38 page) introduction alone was a wonderful overview of this most-intereting religion/way of life. I found that the explanation and description of the Meeting for Worship answered so many questions that I had about this aspect of Quakerism.I liked reading the "Advice and Queries" and learning about Pym's journey towards becoming a Quaker. I would recommend this book to anyone who might want to incorporate some Quaker beliefs into his/her life.

Exceptionally clear introduction to Friends

As an attendee of a local meeting for the last year, I have learned a great deal about Quakerism but Jim Pym's book has put all the pieces together for me in a clear, interesting and easily understood style that has significantly enhanced the value I recieve from 'sitting in the light.' From readers merely curious about Quakerism to Confirmed Friends, I highly recommend this wonderful book to anyone with an interest in the Religious Society of Friends.

Beautiful Simplicity

Jim Pym gives a beautiful and straightforward account of his Quaker faith, and how this affects his everyday life. An important part of Jim's personal faith comes from the Buddhist tradition. Despite this, he gives a lucid and positive account of the Christian roots of Quakerism. The book makes significant use of "Advices and Queries," one of the central documents of the Quakers in Britain Yearly Meeting. These are reproduced in full in an Appendix, and this adds to the value of the book. A superb, highly practical book, expressed in clear and simple language.