The Guardian view on contemplative silence: there’s a lot to be said for it

In these days of modern and dynamically changing life, it is easy to forget that spiritual English life was centered around silence and contemplation, often practiced in monasteries around the country. The contemplation became a form of art and unavoidable in anyone’s quest for wisdom. Ancient texts emphasized that silence is the way towards forming a meaningful relationship with the divine. These principles are going through a revival, and many people are rediscovering these practices, regardless of their religious beliefs, if any.

Key Takeaways:

• “in The Cloud of Unknowing” an ancient medieval tome, inspired readers to form a closer union with God by contemplation.
• A new contemplative effort is afoot across England, begun by English Heritage.
• 16 monastic sites across the U.K will have a daily hour of contemplation.

“For those attending the Labor party conference this week, there is unlikely to be much space for meditative solitude of this kind.”

Read more: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2021/sep/26/the-guardian-view-on-contemplative-silence-theres-a-lot-to-be-said-for-it

References:

• The Guardian (Website)
• TEDx Talks (YouTube Channel)