The Holy Longing: The Search for a Christian Spirituality (Anniversary Edition)

by Rolheiser, Ronald

• ISBN13: 9780385494199
• ISBN10: 038549419X
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780307886361
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780385494182
• Edition: Revised
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2014-03-11
• Publisher: Image
• More Book Details

About This Book

The Holy Longing: The Search for a Christian Spirituality by Ronald Rolheiser

ISBN: 9780385494199

About This Book

"The Holy Longing" by Ronald Rolheiser is a profound exploration of Christian spirituality, offering a contemporary path to authentic and healthy spiritual life. This book delves into the deep, mysterious desires of our hearts, guiding readers from restlessness to peace. It's essential reading for anyone seeking to understand what Christian spirituality means and how to apply it to their own lives.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and educators in religious studies, theology, and spirituality courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in deepening their understanding of Christian spirituality, including clergy, religious leaders, and individuals seeking personal spiritual growth.

History and Editions

"The Holy Longing" was first published on March 11, 2014. This edition has been widely praised for its clarity and sensitivity to modern challenges to religious faith. The book blends the old and the new in ways that few other authors can do, making it a timeless resource for spiritual seekers.

Author and Other Works

Ronald Rolheiser, O.M.I., is a Roman Catholic priest and member of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate. He is the president of the Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio, Texas. Rolheiser is a community-builder, lecturer, and writer, and his weekly column appears in more than 90 Catholic publications. Some of his notable works include "The Restless Heart," "Forgotten Among the Lilies," "The Shattered Lantern," and "Against an Infinite Horizon."

Key Features

• Accessible Language: Rolheiser uses examples and stories relevant for today to explain the essentials of spiritual life.
• Community Focus: The book emphasizes the importance of community worship and social action.
• Incarnational Spirituality: It highlights the centrality of the Incarnation in Christian spirituality.
• Universal Appeal: The book translates the universal struggle for love and integration of spirit into a language accessible to all.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Trade Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780385494199
• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780307886361 (Note: This is an alternate format)
• Digital Formats: Not explicitly listed but available through various e-book platforms.

Publication Details

• Publisher: Random House Inc.
• Publication Date: March 11, 2014
• Number of Pages: 336
• Dimensions: 5-3/16 x 8 inches
• Item Weight: 2 pounds

Other Editions and Formats

While there are no other specific editions mentioned, the book is widely available in various formats through major retailers and online platforms.

Related ISBNs:

• 9780385494199 (Trade Paperback)
• 9780307886361 (Hardcover)

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for "The Holy Longing," making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Author Biography

Ronald Rolheiser, O.M.I., is a specialist in the fields of spirituality and systematic theology. His regular column in the Catholic Herald is featured in newspapers in five different countries. He is the author of the prizewinning The Restless Heart as well as Forgotten Amongst the Lilies, The Shattered Lantern, and An Infinite Horizon. He lives in Canada.


From the Hardcover edition.