Thomas Merton on Desert Spirituality

Join Thomas Merton as your guide in this enlightening collection of lectures, where he introduces you to the Desert Fathers and Mothers who sought spiritual salvation in the solitude of the Syrian and Egyptian deserts. Recorded in 1964 for novice monks, these eight remastered conferences delve into the lives and teachings of early Christian mystics, including figures like St. Symeon the Stylite and St. Julian Sabas the Elder. Merton's insights reveal the profound wisdom and relevance of these hermits, inviting listeners to explore their timeless connection with Christ and the rich spiritual heritage they left behind.