by Mark Plaiss
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful:
 Almost schizophrenic writing effect..... no real substance to it either, 2008-10-05
Why the editor allowed this book to be published in this format is beyond me! The author switches back and forth from the personal viewpoint to the third person, and the chapters written in 3rd person have no substance to them at all. Basic subjects such as prayer and faith are so brief and introductory as to be most unhelpful. His first person chapters aren't very well-written, either.
All-in-all, don't waste your money on this book. If you feel you must read it, not something I recommend, then borrow it from a library. It's just not worth any money at all, nor really your time reading it either. Which may take all of 1 or two hours.
Overly simplistic; no depth; too schizophrenic in its format. Feel free to skip this one. You won't be missing out on a thing. There is absolutely no practical application to this one at all.... the title is very misleading!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
 A Good Springboard to Discernment!, 2008-02-10
The beginning of the book is one man's story from religious beginnings as a child, to present-day Lay Monastic. This portion of the book is an easy, enjoyable read, quick and to the point, giving just enough detail to let you feel connected to the process.
After the autobiographical portion, the reading becomes deeper on the teachings of the Monastic Life, the schedule and routine, but above all the deeper meaning - the prayer. After reading the autobiographical portion, it would not appear to be a book you would read again. However, the later chapters on Faith, Prayer, Work, and The Cell are most definitely worth pulling the book back off the shelf.
I highly recommend the book to those curious about lay monastic life, and those who may be already discerning their path.
6 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
Read Wisdom From The Monastery Instead Of This Book, 2006-05-31
I purchased "Wisdom From The Monastery". WFTM covers a lot compared to this book. Reading WFTM, one could start a program for himself. This books is like use and throw product. WFTM is like reading a book, keeping it in the shelf. Reading again and again.
Only the cover of this book looks good. On seeing the cover, i thought this book will be equal to the quality of WFTM
If i had a rating below 1, i would rate it 0.75
8 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
Monastic awareness, 2006-02-19
This book really helped give me an insight into monastic life and the discipline required to participate on a lay basis. I particularly enjoyed the chapters about Faith and Prayer. I highly recommend this book for all those attracted to the idea of carrying out a "retreat" and for those seeking a deeper involvement in their own spiritual development. I read the book in a few days.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
The Story of One Man's Journey, 2005-11-21
Take it for what it is. THE INNER ROOM is the story of one man's faith journey into Christianity, through Protestantism, moving to Catholicism, and finally finding a home as a lay person who practices Benedictine spirituality. The story is easy to read, honest, interesting. Those on a similar journey will resonate deeply with this book. Those curious about what it is to be a lay person in a monastery, may enjoy the book, but should remember it is only one's man's perspective. Those who are already negatively prejudiced about the direction Plaiss' journey has taken him should try to read the book with an open mind.
Mark Plaiss is still on his journey. If he reads this review I would like to encourage him to write another book in about 10 or 15 years to describe what further changes have occurred in his world due to his plunge into the contemplative world.
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