{"product_id":"holy-wisdom-9781849020695","title":"Holy Wisdom","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHoly Wisdom\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, by Augustine Baker, is a guide to contemplative prayer. It draws from earlier mystical traditions, particularly the teachings of John Cassian, emphasizing inner stillness and direct experience of God. Baker stresses self-awareness and detachment as necessary steps to knowing God. The book offers practical advice on prayer, meditation, and contemplation. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHoly Wisdom\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e became an important text for later contemplative movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAugustine Baker\u003c\/strong\u003e (1575-1641) was a Welsh Benedictine monk. He converted to Catholicism and joined the Benedictine order. Baker focused on prayer and contemplation. His writings, including \u003cem\u003eHoly Wisdom\u003c\/em\u003e, reflect his understanding of mystical theology. His work, influenced by John Cassian, became a source for later spiritual writers, including John Main, who built upon Baker's emphasis on contemplative prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Benediction Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50862203044114,"sku":"9781849020695","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_a0fb92d8-1ca5-4bd9-a83f-b91105315901.jpg?v=1748696430","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/holy-wisdom-9781849020695","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}