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Let There Be Light Poems and Prayers for Repairing the World
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Let There Be Light Poems and Prayers for Repairing the World Hardback - 2002

by Zalben, Jane Breskin

Dear God,/Be good to me./The sea is so wide/And my boat is so small.

This prayer of a Breton fisherman is just one of the many simple yet profound pieces collected in this volume designed to give readers sustenance, hope, and strength. The poems and prayers represent a broad spectrum of faiths from around the world, among them Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Taoism, and African, Inuit, and Native American traditions. Inspiring quotes from Gandhi, the Dalai Lama, and anonymous sources are included as well. Paired with striking and evocative collage artwork, these timeless writings will promote unity as they provide comfort to young and old.


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"Dear God, /Be good to me./The sea is so wide/And my boat is so small."
This prayer of a Breton fisherman is just one of the many simple yet profound pieces collected in this volume designed to give readers sustenance, hope, and strength. The poems and prayers represent a broad spectrum of faiths from around the world, among them Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Taoism, and African, Inuit, and Native American traditions. Inspiring quotes from Gandhi, the Dalai Lama, and anonymous sources are included as well. Paired with striking and evocative collage artwork, these timeless writings will promote unity as they provide comfort to young and old.

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According to a sixteenth-century midrash (a legend based on a biblical text) by Rabbi Isaac Luria, when God made the world He planned to put sparks of light into everything.

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  • Title Let There Be Light Poems and Prayers for Repairing the World
  • Author Zalben, Jane Breskin
  • Binding Hardback
  • Edition First edition
  • Language EN
  • Publisher Dutton Juvenile, New York, New York, U.S.A.
  • Date August 26, 2002
  • ISBN 9780525469957
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New York, New York, U.S.A.: Dutton Childrens Books, 2002. Signed by author. Dear God,/Be good to me./The sea is so wide/And my boat is so small. This prayer of a Breton fisherman is just one of the many simple yet profound pieces collected in this volume designed to give readers sustenance, hope, and strength. The poems and prayers represent a broad spectrum of faiths from around the world, among them Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Taoism, and African, Inuit, and Native American traditions. Inspiring quotes from Gandhi, the Dalai Lama, and anonymous sources are included as well. Paired with striking and evocative collage artwork, these timeless writings will promote unity as they provide comfort to young and old. One edge tear on back of jacket, otherwise in excellent condition. About the Author Jane Breskin Zalben has written and illustrated many distinctive picture books, including Pearl's Eight… Read More
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