Prayers And Meditations (1785)

By Samuel Johnson

Book Overview

Prayers and Meditations is a collection of religious and spiritual writings by Samuel Johnson, a renowned English writer, poet, and lexicographer. Originally published in 1785, this book contains a series of prayers and reflections on a variety of topics, including morality, faith, and the human condition. The book is divided into several sections, each of which addresses a different aspect of spiritual life. The first section includes prayers for various occasions, such as morning and evening prayers, prayers for forgiveness, and prayers for guidance. The second section contains meditations on topics such as the nature of God, the importance of humility, and the value of charity. Throughout the book, Johnson's prose is eloquent and deeply reflective, drawing on his own experiences and insights to offer readers a profound understanding of the spiritual life. His writing is characterized by a deep sense of reverence and awe for the divine, as well as a commitment to living a virtuous and meaningful life. Overall, Prayers and Meditations is a powerful and inspiring work that offers readers a glimpse into the mind and heart of one of the greatest writers of the English language. It is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today, and is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the depths of their own spiritual journey.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164010328
• ISBN13: 9781164010326
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"