Reviews
Since it is in a devotional format, I think it is better to read one portion a day rather than reading it all at once.
I had wanted to read this for a long time but hadn't had the opportunity until recently, when I finally managed to find some spare time. Uniquely, this book features one passage per day, a method that appears to be Hilty's educational methodology. This is true, though, as there are times when poems are written, and times when long passages are difficult to regard as mere lines. What the author emphasizes above all else is the spirit of Christ. The spirit of Christ is love, action, and the will
Book Review of *The Wizard of the Soul*: What immediately caught my eye about this book was a phrase in the introduction that made me think, "Ah, this is it!" It resonated with me. The descriptions—"A work by Carl Hilty, a renowned Swiss thinker and jurist who dreamed of an ideal society based on Christian faith," and "He, who ceaselessly strived to live a life where faith and life were in harmony"—as well as the passage stating, "While this book is grounded in Christian faith, it encourages a
The first post I read was from July 11th! That day was indeed Saturday, July 11, 2015! "When parting ways with friends or relatives, do so without a word!" It seems to mean that words actually make one look pathetic, so you should prevent that! On August 30th, the following passage appears! "It is very difficult for some people to take an undefensive attitude toward the world. This is because there is no driving force to move them. If you are like that, you must always keep your heart open to
There are some books whose titles alone immerse you in profound contemplation, tranquil rest, and fundamental peace. In fact, if you take a quick first glance, this book is the kind that betrays its title. Especially for modern people steeped in the bad habit of reaching out to take only the immediate benefit and sending the excess packaging straight to the trash, the content of this book might even lead to disappointment. "What is this? I couldn't sleep and was looking for some help, but here
A book that immediately caught my eye, as someone who loves William Morris's patterns. The author is a Swiss thinker and law major, and as I traced through a few passages, I found myself wondering if it was the Bible, as it quotes biblical verses so frequently. While quoting biblical passages, the author gently introduces truths of contemplation derived from the process of his own life's insights, using his own unique yet universal language. He describes the concept of insomnia as an undeniable
There are nights when sleep simply does not come, no matter how hard one tries. On such occasions, I take out a book to read. The book I read this time is *For Sleepless Nights*. It is not a book that soothes those unable to sleep with sweet words of comfort. It is a collection of essays that offers counsel to delve deeper into the abyss rather than simply dismissing the suffering of sleeplessness as mere torment; it helps us understand the fundamental questions that humanity must ultimately
Lately, it’s not so much that I can’t sleep, but rather that I simply cannot fall asleep early. Since my son is studying for his exams, I have no choice but to sit and wait until he falls asleep. Because of this, I’ve been reading a book called *For Sleepless Nights*. Should I call him a Swiss thinker? It is said to be a gospel-like essay based on Christian idealism, written by Carl Hilter, who worked as a lawyer, served as a university president, and was known as a master of international law.
To be honest, I didn't know much about the author of this book, Carl Hilty. After seeing his biography at the back of the book, I wondered if he was a lawyer and a religious philosopher. The book is organized by date so that one can read and meditate on it every day for a year. Some days are filled with content, while others are not. The content heavily quotes deeply religious biblical verses, supplemented by Carl Hilty's philosophical interpretations. It is so religious and philosophical that,
Sleepless nights are an unbearable torment. Whether temporary or persistent, there are only two paths one can choose: if a solution can be found, use appropriate means; otherwise, utilize the insomnia as much as possible. During school days, it was common to be unable to sleep when writing a diary or making plans. Everyone has likely experienced feeling excited while setting new plans, recalling various tasks, and finally falling asleep just as morning approached. When insomnia arises from
Carl Hilty: For sleepless nights
This book is by Carl Hilty, a renowned Swiss thinker and jurist who dreamed of an ideal society based on Christian faith. Constantly striving to live a life where faith and life were in harmony, he left behind numerous religious and ethical writings. This book is one such work that presents ways to find inner happiness and restore a proper balance between worldly happiness and the pursuit of truth in a modern society where material wealth is revered as the highest value.
Korean title: 잠 못 이루는 밤을 위하여
Korean author: 칼 힐티
Korean publisher: 문예출판사
ISBN-13: 9788931009514
Reviews
Since it is in a devotional format, I think it is better to read one portion a day rather than reading it all at once.
I had wanted to read this for a long time but hadn't had the opportunity until recently, when I finally managed to find some spare time. Uniquely, this book features one passage per day, a method that appears to be Hilty's educational methodology. This is true, though, as there are times when poems are written, and times when long passages are difficult to regard as mere lines. What the author emphasizes above all else is the spirit of Christ. The spirit of Christ is love, action, and the will
Book Review of *The Wizard of the Soul*: What immediately caught my eye about this book was a phrase in the introduction that made me think, "Ah, this is it!" It resonated with me. The descriptions—"A work by Carl Hilty, a renowned Swiss thinker and jurist who dreamed of an ideal society based on Christian faith," and "He, who ceaselessly strived to live a life where faith and life were in harmony"—as well as the passage stating, "While this book is grounded in Christian faith, it encourages a
The first post I read was from July 11th! That day was indeed Saturday, July 11, 2015! "When parting ways with friends or relatives, do so without a word!" It seems to mean that words actually make one look pathetic, so you should prevent that! On August 30th, the following passage appears! "It is very difficult for some people to take an undefensive attitude toward the world. This is because there is no driving force to move them. If you are like that, you must always keep your heart open to
There are some books whose titles alone immerse you in profound contemplation, tranquil rest, and fundamental peace. In fact, if you take a quick first glance, this book is the kind that betrays its title. Especially for modern people steeped in the bad habit of reaching out to take only the immediate benefit and sending the excess packaging straight to the trash, the content of this book might even lead to disappointment. "What is this? I couldn't sleep and was looking for some help, but here
A book that immediately caught my eye, as someone who loves William Morris's patterns. The author is a Swiss thinker and law major, and as I traced through a few passages, I found myself wondering if it was the Bible, as it quotes biblical verses so frequently. While quoting biblical passages, the author gently introduces truths of contemplation derived from the process of his own life's insights, using his own unique yet universal language. He describes the concept of insomnia as an undeniable
There are nights when sleep simply does not come, no matter how hard one tries. On such occasions, I take out a book to read. The book I read this time is *For Sleepless Nights*. It is not a book that soothes those unable to sleep with sweet words of comfort. It is a collection of essays that offers counsel to delve deeper into the abyss rather than simply dismissing the suffering of sleeplessness as mere torment; it helps us understand the fundamental questions that humanity must ultimately
Lately, it’s not so much that I can’t sleep, but rather that I simply cannot fall asleep early. Since my son is studying for his exams, I have no choice but to sit and wait until he falls asleep. Because of this, I’ve been reading a book called *For Sleepless Nights*. Should I call him a Swiss thinker? It is said to be a gospel-like essay based on Christian idealism, written by Carl Hilter, who worked as a lawyer, served as a university president, and was known as a master of international law.
To be honest, I didn't know much about the author of this book, Carl Hilty. After seeing his biography at the back of the book, I wondered if he was a lawyer and a religious philosopher. The book is organized by date so that one can read and meditate on it every day for a year. Some days are filled with content, while others are not. The content heavily quotes deeply religious biblical verses, supplemented by Carl Hilty's philosophical interpretations. It is so religious and philosophical that,
Sleepless nights are an unbearable torment. Whether temporary or persistent, there are only two paths one can choose: if a solution can be found, use appropriate means; otherwise, utilize the insomnia as much as possible. During school days, it was common to be unable to sleep when writing a diary or making plans. Everyone has likely experienced feeling excited while setting new plans, recalling various tasks, and finally falling asleep just as morning approached. When insomnia arises from
