Release From Darkness - De Jong, Ana Lisa

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Résumé :
Poetry for all Seasons by New Zealand contemplative poet Ana Lisa de Jong is a journey of the senses. While being both deeply human and intuitively spiritual, Ana Lisa's poetry inspires, moves and encourages in equal measure. The four titles, A Garment of Praise, Joy instead of Mourning, Release from Darkness and Beauty for Ashes, provide a collection of books inspired by the seasons of summer, winter, spring and autumn, giving the reader a contemplative retreat of poetry for the full calendar year and an opportunity to immerse in the beauty and power of poetry to speak to us, strengthen and restore. Ana Lisa's daily verse is a gift for the senses, mind, heart and spirit as she draws on the eternal themes of nature and the seasons, the ordinary wonders and challenges of life, and an awareness of an overarching and undergirding eternal presence, articulated with insightful wisdom and moving imagery. The awareness and sensitivity that enables Ana Lisa to speak through her own experience to that of others brings a sense of both community and communion through her words.

Biographie:
Ana Lisa de Jong is a contemplative poet from Auckland, New Zealand and the author of nine collections of published poetry, including her recent seasonal series. Ana Lisa's words resonate deeply with many, striking a common chord as she mines for beauty and meaning amidst the joys and heartaches of everyday life, drawing upon a deeply inclusive faith and the wonders of nature as inspiration. Many have said of Ana Lisa's writing, 'It is as if you know my thoughts.' Her words have a profound impact on her readers in the powerful way they both recognise our common humanity and weave in the assurance of an eternal hope and the possibilities residing within each of us. As one reader puts it, 'Ana Lisa consistently points us in the direction of our true North.' Regularly writing reflections and poetry on her website and Facebook page, Ana Lisa also contributes to Godspace Light and other online websites, along with publications such as the Refresh Journal of Contemplative Spirituality. You can visit Ana Lisa at www.livingtreepoetry.com.