Overlook Much Correct a Little: 99 Sayings

By Hans-Peter Rothlin (ed.)

Book Overview

Latest volume in the 99 Words to Live By series collects sayings by John XXIII, famous for having led the Catholic Church into the Second Vatican Council This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1565482557
• ISBN13: 9781565482555
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: New City Pr
• Length: 99 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.8" x 0.3" x 4.8"

Customer Reviews

A warm and inspirational collection reflecting the spirit of the "Good Pope John".

Part of the 99 Words To Live By series, Overlook Much Correct Little: 99 Sayings by John XXIII is a giftbook collection of memorable quotes by Angelo Roncalli, known to the world as Pope John XXIII (1881-1963). Charm, piety, and down-to-earth good humor distinguish these words and their gentle trust in the providence of God. "The believer is never fearful. He or she is not a pessimist. Faith is the serenity that comes from God." A warm and inspirational collection reflecting the spirit of the "Good Pope John".

Simple Charm

Editor Hans-Peter Rothlin introduces Overlook Much, Correct a Little with a reminder that John XXIII was a man of the people, conquering hearts with his simple charm, his trust in God, and his good humor. This pocket-sized hard cover, like the others in the 99 Sayings series, is an ideal gift for self and others, perfect for carrying along or keeping on a bedside table. An extended example of the late pope's simple charm is contained in the book's longest entry; the two-page prayer titled "Just for Today." In it, John speaks of correcting and improving only himself, not others; doing something for which he has no taste; drawing up an exact schedule; and devoting 10 minutes to spiritual reading "as the body needs food so too my soul needs spiritual reading." His humor shows through in such statements as "This is certain: to the one who trusts only in him, the Lord gives the right attire for every kind of weather."