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The book of hours

Book • 1961

Rainer Maria Rilke

The Book of Hours is a collection of poems that marks an early but significant work in Rilke's career.

It delves into themes of spirituality, the search for meaning, and the poet's introspective journey.

The poems reflect Rilke's unique style and his questing, challenging, and demanding approach to poetry.

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Joshua Michael Schrei

Anthony Delaney

Mentioned in 6 episodes

Mentioned by

Joshua Michael Schrei

when discussing Rilke's 'Book of Hours'.

On Singing to the Beloved in Times of Crisis

Mentioned by

Jon Kabat-Zinn

for its reflection on the nature of life and the continuity of experience.

Mentioned by

David Whyte

when discussing his poem 'Sweet Darkness'.

David Whyte (Part 2)

Mentioned by

David Whyte

, quoting Rilke's observation on the act of prayer potentially closing off the living essence of what one is trying to contact.

A Poet and a Preacher: A Conversation with David Whyte

Mentioned by

Joanna Macy

, who quoted a line from it about impermanence.

Joanna Macy’s Message of Hope

Mentioned by

Anthony Delaney

as a book rediscovered in 2003, found in a Cambridge library, and depicted in a Hans Holbein the Younger portrait of Thomas Cromwell.

Final Days of Thomas Cromwell

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