02244cam a22003133u 4500 24576 UtSlPG 20260610133549.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BX Toomer, Jean, 1894-1967 An Interpretation of Friends Worship Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-02-11 Produced by Mark C. Orton, Stephen Blundell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "An Interpretation of Friends Worship" by N. Jean Toomer is a treatise on the Quaker approach to worship, produced in the mid-20th century. This work seeks to guide readers through the fundamental principles and practices of Friends worship, emphasizing the importance of inwardness and direct communion with God. It touches upon the nature of spiritual experience, the need for silent waiting, and the dynamics of communal worship among Quakers. The book delves into the essence of worship as an innate human need that springs from love and the desire for connection with God. Toomer explains that true worship arises from an internal awakening to divine presence, which is facilitated by moments of silence and shared spiritual practice among Friends. He discusses the significance of quiet reflection, preparation for worship, and the way individuals can cultivate a deeper awareness of God's reality in their lives. Through answering questions about the nature of prayer and the role of speaking during worship, the text aims to inspire both newcomers and seasoned Friends to engage more fully with their spiritual expressions, fostering a vibrant, living practice of worship. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Public worship -- Society of Friends Society of Friends -- Doctrines https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24576 65577 65577