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Lawrence Tarpey read many of Merton's books and asks some questions about the role of a Christian in moral dilemmas like the Vietnam War. Merton writes back with a brief response about Christian life, grace, peace, and getting beyond the externals of Catholicism.
Lawrence X. Tarpey, Sr. writes from Lexington, Kentucky.
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1968/03/09 |
HLS to Merton |
I have several reasons for writing this note. After reading much of what you have written I have |
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1968/03/19 |
TL[c] from Merton |
Thanks for your good letter. I wish I could reply in detail. There's a book of mine called "Life |
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