John O'Donohue - The Inner Landscape of Beauty

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No conversation we’ve ever done has been more beloved than this one. This Irish poet, theologian, and philosopher insisted on beauty as a human calling. He had a lifelong fascination with the inner landscape of our lives and with what he called “the invisible world” that is constantly intertwining what we can know and see. This was one of the last interviews he gave before his unexpected death in 2008. But John O’Donohue’s voice and writings continue to bring ancient mystical wisdom to modern confusions and longings. (Original Air Date: February 28, 2005)
About the Guest:
John O’Donohue was a poet, theologian, and philosopher. He authored several books, including “Anam Ċara,” ”Beauty,” and “To Bless the Space Between Us,” a collection of blessings published posthumously. More recently a new book of conversation with him has been published in the U.K., “Walking on the Pastures of Wonder.” He died on January 4, 2008.
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@WomanFullyAlive 5 ай бұрын

I could listen to this forever

@AnamCaraDressage 6 ай бұрын

There truly is a place in your soul untouched by any pain or hurt. A place of beauty, strength and peace. - He was the only one able to put into words what we all feel - this place behind all of it. This place most never even realize exists, but we all long for so badly. That loud serene silence, beautiful pain and tears, and this unspeakable untouchable unattainable art around us....

@mditt7 8 ай бұрын

My God this man was a poet because of his ability to continually practice gratitude for the beauty that existed outside himself. The very reason he could identify it so eloquently proves that it was already pre existent within him. So inspiring to listen to such a man

@irishfields Жыл бұрын

So lucky to have had John pass this way.Immense wisdom,clarity of thought & gentleness. I’ll be rereading Anam cara & other works.He’s a gift from God🙏

@brightlights23 8 ай бұрын

This transfixes you into a dream just listening to him speak.

@SeekersofUnity 3 жыл бұрын

Wow what a stunning duet. The man sings, not talks.

@carolinebalderstonparry4970 4 жыл бұрын

I have listen to this interview dozens of times in the last 4 1/2 years since I first heard it, and I find it wonderfully inspiring, sustaining and gratitude-engendering. Thanks for making it available here for many more people to be touched by John O’Donohue...

@lautjeclause2069 10 ай бұрын

❤️

@marlinbinkley3355 2 ай бұрын

Yes, John O Donahue is timeless and wise. Always end up back here when things are hard or seem hopeless.

@MrWompz Жыл бұрын

First heard this episode a few days ago, and have listened to it three times, and saved it. What a wonderful dialogue between both of you!!

@blinkspacestudio8892 2 жыл бұрын

I just visited the Burren and was taken back by the utter silence there. My ears were ringing it was so quiet, it felt like being on another planet. I love John's work. When I read his books I usually have very surreal dreams, like they open up a door. Amazing work.

@columlynch4229 2 жыл бұрын

I agree Blink. I'm only learning about him now. He's gone from us far too soon .

@Sashas-mom 3 жыл бұрын

“...You can be swept off your feet by just Beauty. “ ❤️

@thedragon5289 3 жыл бұрын

Flat out to one of the most beautiful examples of a druid hidden in plain sight! A magnificent being, who taught the core of connectedness to the divine, using the gift of imbas channeled through spoken arts. ❤🙏🏼❤

@columlynch4229 2 жыл бұрын

Yes Dragon and for me he is like a priest in heart and a Druid in soul. A modern Irish mystic that has left us far to soon. I'll never grasp the magnitude of his compassion and wisdom but it's my ambition to visit his grave in Co.Clare.

@avittorio 3 жыл бұрын

His philosophy resonates with me. This interview has enriched my life. Thank you.

@MusicaAngela 4 жыл бұрын

For two years now I keep reading and re-reading John O'Donohue. All of his books are magnificent and he writes beautifully, describing mysteries like belonging, longing, solitude, stillness, beauty, prayer, presence, holiness. This interview with Krista Tippett is priceless.

@holly16ful 2 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful, inspiring talk full of wisdom and humor ! 🥰 Thank you for sharing. John O'Donahue left this physical world too soon. 🙏❤️✨🌱

@kennethr6835 3 жыл бұрын

John O’Donohue’s beauty lives on in books, recording’s and interviews such as this. Spiritually Awesome ! ❤️

@fionamcshane8004 6 ай бұрын

😂🎉😮😢😊😅😅😅😅

@stevereilly30 3 жыл бұрын

What an incredible interview. Soul connecting discussion

@marydonegan 4 жыл бұрын

Born 78 years ago to a large Catholic family in Ireland. Educated by the nuns. Still a believer and a churchgoer, but with many questions. My religion is comforting to me....gives me hope.

@elsdiv3933 Жыл бұрын

Idk if you'll see this, I'm two years late. Hope you're doing well. I have a question, do you view the bible in more of a fundamentalist historical way, or as more a philosophy/theological book?

@Kelly_r_v Жыл бұрын

I love this interview and have so many quotes from John written down everywhere. Thank you for such a beautiful conversation 💛

@roxanahaloiu6757 3 жыл бұрын

this is so cathartic! thank you! I will come back to this

@Escarpments 3 жыл бұрын

He provided the stepping stones to walk through his garden.

@evelynbrooks308 4 жыл бұрын

Giant Fan of John O' Donohue's work. What an amazing blessed gorgeous gift man!

@evelynbrooks308 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this fabulous interview!!!

@rul4522 4 жыл бұрын

So beautiful! Will save this for always!

@dancingdragon3706 3 жыл бұрын

I keep coming back to this and other talks by John O'Donahue spirit and soul soothing so encouraging helpful beyond words

@ginnypowell6003 Жыл бұрын

His heart, soul and mind a "gift" to us all. At ONE in the ALLNESS of GOD!

@fintan254 2 жыл бұрын

So sad that such a beautifully deep mind was taken so soon. So fitting that he died peacefully in his sleep, may he rest in sweet peace. Another beautiful Irish soul to check out for anyone who hasn't is writer, philosopher John Moriarty. An incredibly deep and humble man. He too past away in 2007.

@janewright2800 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful! Loved this xxx💚🌳🍃⚘️

@user-yk9sk7pg6v 3 жыл бұрын

splendid, thank you

@MrWxerby 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful!

@jenns.5791 4 ай бұрын

I love this. ❤ I've listened to it a million times, but why are there suddenly so many ads?? Ugh. I really wish they'd bring the original back. This version (without the music and all of the ads) is just not the same. 😢

@ScottGaul 3 ай бұрын

I subscribe to KZfaq Premium -- I did not hear any ads. It is beautiful taking it in without interruption.

@kathleenorr9237 4 ай бұрын

I have copy of Anam Cara by my bed…read it most nights, his way with words was just wonderful

@donny2327 Ай бұрын

yes

@gardenerkatecarter5911 3 жыл бұрын

Lady you are anything but a poet philosopher.......interesting question........was the first clue......Bravo John.....great stuff boyo

@Frederer59 Жыл бұрын

The Good, the True, and the Beautiful. When these mutually verifiable guiding principles are all considered good decisions are bound to result.

@ClaraMelchorBowman Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏💖

@peterdrew9295 4 жыл бұрын

Is there a society to discuss these issues ??

@robcoffey8871 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this

@santiagosoriano_ Жыл бұрын

Amazing

@minismith7329 Жыл бұрын

I almost met him for a workshop at Kripalu Center :( Love him!!!!!

@janemars5225 7 ай бұрын

Interesting interview. One point. John says no one is looking for yesterday. That old Beatles song Yesterday, been popular for decades...that one...might suggest we all are!

@user-ty1ym8ue8l 26 күн бұрын

klloe Kardsahian- i think you would love this brave sister.

@Sashas-mom 3 жыл бұрын

Wow

@willgiorno1740 5 күн бұрын

❤ 😊 🙏

@OLaura3552 4 ай бұрын

💖

@gardenerkatecarter5911 3 жыл бұрын

“When I used to be a priest”.........what a lovely boy......... hahahahaha xoxoxo

@cat.batshon Жыл бұрын

I’m struggling to hear this. It’s so intense.

@ajayjoyt 4 жыл бұрын

Wowe

@1saxonwolf 8 ай бұрын

🍀❤️

@BdaciousM 2 жыл бұрын

Niall Breslin bring anyone else here?

@susanmazzella865 4 жыл бұрын

Why are some of us so blessed and others unloved abused neglected and cursed from the get-go?

@jimmerskrimmerfriddet3246 3 жыл бұрын

Great question, that no one can satisfactorily answer.

@ruthlewis673 2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if it's possible to find that place where we haven't been wounded and if one perceives a light there, follow it.

@62WILDCAT 2 жыл бұрын

Because this Human Experience is EARTH SCHOOL. Our Souls are only here on 🌎 to learn !

@erindouglas3453 2 жыл бұрын

@@62WILDCAT yes indeed 🌱💓❤️‍🩹🙃🌈😇

@geraldinehughes4490 2 жыл бұрын

Did I hear “bleak” ?

@michellerodriguez1193 3 жыл бұрын

Who is Eckhart? The German mystic that he spoke of?

@cathy5942 3 жыл бұрын

Meister Eckhart.

@michellerodriguez1193 3 жыл бұрын

@@cathy5942 thank you

@anneruthbarrett1930 2 жыл бұрын

Meister Eckhart....the Dominican's revere him.

@michaelkelly1568 4 жыл бұрын

Tá sé cloiste agam. Go deas Cad é an t-ainm atá ar an jig a chríochnaíonn an taifead. Éinne?.

@carolinethompson9692 4 жыл бұрын

aon smaoineamh

@michaelkelly1568 4 жыл бұрын

Anam cara léite agam le déanaí. Ana shuimiúil ar fad agus bhaineas taithneamh as. Dearcadh eile ar spriodáltacht tar éis dom na blianta a chaitheamh le fealsunacht na hIndie. Dearcadh eile ar Advait. Níl aon tinteán mar do thinteán féin!. Is fiú an dán "Tá Tír na nÓg ar chúl an tí" a léamh.

@jjoo6229 7 ай бұрын

She's silly.

@katrinthode2867 2 жыл бұрын

John passed away in a car accident in France. Instigated by the Catholic Church, Carpe Diem.

@robertjarman7966 4 жыл бұрын

Not listened to the whole thing but very suspicious of anyone who leaves the Catholic priesthood and fear he lapsed into heresy and heretical ideas very shortly after he left.

@carolinethompson9692 4 жыл бұрын

O'Donohue said in an interview, "It was a difficult decision, and it did take years to make. I suppose the oxygen had become too scarce. I also found myself diverging from quite a few of the teachings. The final straw was acquiring a new bishop who exhibited and exercised a strong chemical hesitancy to my theological viewpoint. Once made, the decision brought me great peace of heart." Perhaps, like many, he grew out of his container.

@beatriceplasse1823 3 жыл бұрын

Such deep dives into sources of beauty and aliveness . Thank you Kristen for preserving and being a part of these moments .

@mflanglois2107 3 жыл бұрын

God is so much bigger than any single religion.

@shellystmartin3683 3 жыл бұрын

a man of his stature rises above all petty judgement

@whellockroad 3 жыл бұрын

Bless you Robert and any suspicions you may have, but I suspect John walked paths that knew no boundaries, except for love.