The Time of the End is the Time of No Room
From the book Raids on the Unspeakable
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Thomas Merton's "The Time of the End is the Time of No Room" offers a unique perspective on the Christmas narrative, interpreting the lack of room at the inn as a metaphor for the spiritual and social turmoil of the 1960s.
Merton connects the overcrowded inn to the anxieties of a world grappling with war, social unrest, and technological advancements.
He uses the nativity story to explore themes of alienation, the search for meaning in a chaotic world, and the enduring presence of hope amidst despair.
The essay's apocalyptic tone reflects Merton's own spiritual journey and his engagement with contemporary issues.
It remains relevant today as a meditation on finding peace and purpose in a world often characterized by overwhelming pressures and uncertainty.
Merton connects the overcrowded inn to the anxieties of a world grappling with war, social unrest, and technological advancements.
He uses the nativity story to explore themes of alienation, the search for meaning in a chaotic world, and the enduring presence of hope amidst despair.
The essay's apocalyptic tone reflects Merton's own spiritual journey and his engagement with contemporary issues.
It remains relevant today as a meditation on finding peace and purpose in a world often characterized by overwhelming pressures and uncertainty.
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