Archabbot Lambert Reilly , O.S.B. Sound Bites of the Ages Sometimes a quick thought can offer a needed insight, and an hour's meditation can change one's life. But you need something to think about. That's what Archabbot Lambert Reilly offers in this engaging collection of timeless Latin sayings, their English translations, and brief commentaries. From the familiar (Carpe Diem-- Seize the Day ) to the uncommon (Mortuo leoni, etiam lepores insultant-- Rabbits may pull dead lions by the beard ), the sayings in this unique storehouse of wisdom are designed to bring you closer to the truth, which, as St. Ambrose says, always comes from the Holy Spirit. So, in the words that converted St. Augustine--Tolle et lege-- Take and read !

This short, small book is filled with common and not-so-common Latin phrases perfect for meditation. Each phrase includes an English translation and is followed by a brief commentary on the saying.

Readers will particularly enjoy the lesser-known phrases, and the encouraging words of Saints Augustine and Thomas Aquinas.

In the process not only will you learn something about your faith, but you might also pick up a little Latin.

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A good book for those who practice lectio  Jul 16, 2002
What a FUN book...but also a useful one.

A fond introduction by the editor (a former student of the Archabbot's) leads you into pithy latin expressions which are then translated and followed by a light (very light but still insightful) meditation, and Reilly writes with a humble yet amusing style.

This is an extremely useful for those of us who practice lectio divina and who might be having some difficulty with it, as sometime happens with a discipline...a gentle way to get back to it. I highly recommend it.

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A Lovely, Fun and Helpful little book  Jul 13, 2002 By Jack Darcy
The author of this book, Archabbot Lambert Reilly, OSB, appears to be the soul of humility and he writes mediations that are light and yet provocative beneath some familiar and some unusual latin "sayings". My favorite, perhaps be cause it applies so well to me, "Profecto deliramus interdum senes" (The head grey, and no brains yet). If you're someone who wants something light and useful to read on a daily basis, but can't take the platitudes and sentimentality of some of the more popular "day to day" books, this one is for you. Thoughts on faith, hope, love, prudence, Justice and fortitude. It's well worth buying.

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latin sayings for spiritual growth by archabbot lambert reil  Sep 22, 2002 By susan jones
ARCHABBOT LAMBERT REILLY IS MY UNCEL WHO I HAVE BEEN VERY CLOSE TO SINCE I WAS A LITTLE GIRL. HE WAS ALWAYS SOMEONE I ADMIRED AND ALWAYS WAINTED TO BE LIKE. HE IS A VERY SMART AND HOLY MAN. I LOVE HIM WITH ALL MY HEART AND I HAVE LEARNED SO MUCH FROM HIM. HIS BOOK IS WONDERFUL AND I WILL READ IT AGAIN, AND AGAIN, AND AGAIN. IT HAS BEEN A LONG TIME SINCE I HAVE SEEN HIM, AND I THANK GOD FOR ALL THE TIMES I GOT TO VISIT HIM BY PHONE. SO PLEASE READ THIS BOOK AND I HOPE IT WILL TOUCH YOUR HEART AS MUCH AS IT HAS MINE. MAY GOD BLESS.


Wonderful Condition  Oct 26, 2010 By L. Cooper
My used book was in wonderful condition. Father Reilly is an old family friend. I am so glad to find this book on Amazon. This is a book of insight for those who wish to grow spiritualy. Thank you.

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