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MERTON'S CORRESPONDENCE WITH:
Walker, Mrs.

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Record Group: Section A - Correspondence

Dates of materials: 1965

Volume: 1 item(s); 1 pg(s)

Scope and Content

Although Mrs. Walker's letter to Merton is not extant, it seems she expressed concern over a shift in Merton's writings from contemplation and prayer to social issues like racism in the southern United States. Merton explains his continuing commitment to contemplative life and that there are valid religious issues to consider in confronting the problem of racism.

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SeriesDateTypeTo/FromFirst LinesPubFull TextNotes
 1965/06/03 TL[c]from MertonDon't think I am repudiating my earlier books or putting contemplation aside. There is a deeper   
        

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