Glimpses of the Divine
The Art and Inspiration of Sieger Koder
Published on 10. January 2010
Book
Paperback/Softback
80 pages
978-1-904785-42-2 (ISBN)
Description
Writing with a reflective and perceptive gaze, Gemma Simmonds has shared depth and richness of insight into Koder's work. She sees symbols and themes in the images that link to Scriptures and opens up a meaningful reflective space for others to consider and be enriched by these powerful images.
Writing with a reflective and perceptive gaze, Gemma Simmonds has shared depth and richness of insight into Koder's work. She sees symbols and themes in the images that link to Scriptures and opens up a meaningful reflective space for others to consider and be enriched by these powerful images.
Writing with a reflective and perceptive gaze, Gemma Simmonds has shared depth and richness of insight into Koder's work. She sees symbols and themes in the images that link to Scriptures and opens up a meaningful reflective space for others to consider and be enriched by these powerful images.
Reviews / Votes
Real beauty captures the soul for God. So said Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI. In this small book two fine artists combine their graced gifts for image and word to create a masterpiece to nourish your soul. Read it, ponder it, believe it - your life will be profoundly enriched. 'Glimpses of the Divine' is a tender and beautiful epiphany of the closeness of our incarnate God, bringing healing and joy to you and those around you. Daniel O'Leary, authorReal beauty captures the soul for God. So said Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI. In this small book two fine artists combine their graced gifts for image and word to create a masterpiece to nourish your soul. Read it, ponder it, believe it - your life will be profoundly enriched. 'Glimpses of the Divine' is a tender and beautiful epiphany of the closeness of our incarnate God, bringing healing and joy to you and those around you. Daniel O'Leary, author
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Slough
United Kingdom
Illustrations
colour paintings
Dimensions
Height: 160 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 7 mm
Weight
182 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-904785-42-2 (9781904785422)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Gemma Simmonds is a sister of the Congregation of Jesus. She lectures in Pastoral Theology and Spirituality at Heythrop College, University of London, and has a background in teaching, university and prison chaplaincy and spiritual direction. She has a wealth of experience using the paintings of Sieger Koder in lectures and retreats in many different countries, and she continues to find something new in the images every time she uses them.
Gemma Simmonds is a sister of the Congregation of Jesus. She lectures in Pastoral Theology and Spirituality at Heythrop College, University of London, and has a background in teaching, university and prison chaplaincy and spiritual direction. She has a wealth of experience using the paintings of Sieger Koder in lectures and retreats in many different countries, and she continues to find something new in the images every time she uses them.
Gemma Simmonds is a sister of the Congregation of Jesus. She lectures in Pastoral Theology and Spirituality at Heythrop College, University of London, and has a background in teaching, university and prison chaplaincy and spiritual direction. She has a wealth of experience using the paintings of Sieger Koder in lectures and retreats in many different countries, and she continues to find something new in the images every time she uses them.
Content
Introduction The Struggle Reunited Holy Ground Manna Choose Life Elijah Rachel's Cry Ezekiel The Messenger All are Welcome Whatsoever You Do Hour of Darkness Denial Faithful Women Our Hearts Burn Invocation Themes The Author The Artist