Conway, Michael A.
(2016)
The Underdeveloped Heart.
The Furrow, 67.
pp. 259-265.
ISSN 0016-3120
Abstract
A fascinating feature of human life is our ability to change, to be transformed, and to grow. And this is irrespective of age. There is no doubt that in the early years of life our growing is accelerated, necessary and, to a great extent, imposed on us. It is at once physical, emotional, intellectual and to some degree spiritual. As we age, however, growth is less a matter of physical prowess and much more a concern of mind, heart and spirit. And as such, growth in adult life is increasingly voluntary and, therefore, grounded in our freedom. We need never stop growing! The horizon of adult growth is infinite; we can always begin something new. I know a lady who in her nineties began learning French! In his poem ‘Begin,’ Brendan Kennelly observes:
Though we live in a world that dreams of ending
that always seems about to give in
something that will not acknowledge conclusion
insists that we forever begin.
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Article
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| Keywords: |
Underdeveloped heart; |
| Academic Unit: |
St Patrick's College, Maynooth > Faculty of Theology |
| Item ID: |
7795 |
| Depositing User: |
Michael A. Conway
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| Date Deposited: |
23 Jan 2017 10:33 |
| Journal or Publication Title: |
The Furrow |
| Publisher: |
St. Patrick's College, Maynooth |
| Refereed: |
Yes |
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