The Living Wisdom of Howard Thurman

A Visionary for Our Time

By: Howard Thurman, Alice Walker - introduction, Michael Beckwith - introduction, Vincent Harding - introduction

Narrated by: Howard Thurman

Discover a Timeless Source of Strength and Inspiration
When we face challenges that seem too daunting to overcome, where can we find the strength to carry on? There is an inexhaustible wellspring of energy available to us in the moments of quiet stillness when we become aware of the Divine.

For decades, Howard Thurman's words have guided many toward this deep inner reservoir, from leaders like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and President Barack Obama to countless people looking for the inspiration to deal creatively with the everyday struggles of life. Now with The Living Wisdom of Howard Thurman, you can hear some of the most powerful recordings from this treasured spiritual luminary.

An Inner Path Toward Our Inherent Divinity
Howard Thurman was a Christian theologian, yet he knew that no religion could ever “own” God. Instead, he spoke of the mystical experience-the deep knowledge that each of us is always surrounded and pervaded by Spirit.

In these recordings, he offers insights on how we can open ourselves to our inherent divinity. With thunderous testimony and gentle whispers from the heart, he illuminates the inner journey that leads us ever toward a love so great that it can only come from God.

Essential Wisdom from a True Pioneer of the Spirit
Howard Thurman's words transcend any single religious tradition or era in history, for they have the power to give wings to all of us when we are suffering or in doubt. The Living Wisdom of Howard Thurman brings you a unique opportunity to hear one of America's greatest spiritual teachers—speaking to you across the years with timeless wisdom for your human journey.

Introductions by Vincent Harding, Michael Bernard Beckwith, Alice Walker, Luther Smith, Edward Kaplan, and Liza Rankow Spirit and action—how we can create free and easy access between the outer and inner life Love beyond virtues and faults—resting in the divine love that supports us in all our circumstances. Howard Thurman’s powerful call for peace and wisdom in the wake of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s assassination More than seven hours of recordings selected from Dr. Thurman’s most inspiring broadcasts, sermons, and prayers

So much inspiration!

Howard Thurman’s words, eloquence and proliferation is timeless. His wisdom is inspirational, aspirational and useful to any and all generations.

Inspiration

The Living Wisdom of Howard Thurman gives a needed glimpse of the man who inspired so many leaders and thinkers to wrestle with the question, "Who am I, really?" It is a question, and subsequent questions, that have the potential to orients one'a life in the most meaningful way. Listening to this selection of Thurman's works has provoked thought and provided clarity at a significant juncture of my life. I hope that others will find it meaningful as well.

Extraordinary insights from spiritual messenger

I will eternally be grateful for the depth and grace of Howard Thurman and those who introduce him to us in each chapter.

Depth and Inspiration

The TRUTH that transcends and includes religion comes through so clearly in Thurman’s words, and I appreciate so much those who introduced him.

exceptional african american theologian & thinker

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after a childhood in florida, thurman made his way to morehouse college
he went on to be class valedictorian and a classmate of MLK Sr.
his later life, as an academic and author, was centered in boston and san francisco

thurman unapologetically pursued an integrated and multicultural church
he famously met with mahatma gandhi in 1935 to discuss non-violent protest
in later years, he explored mystical traditions in christianity and other faiths

his sermons and essays sound moving and modern even in 2017
thurman's willingness and ability to stare far into the future was remarkable
this book provides a helpful back-story to the later civil rights struggle