The Golden String

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The narrative follows Dom Bede Griffiths, a British priest and Benedictine monk, detailing his journey from a challenging childhood to spiritual awakening. After excelling academically, he and friends embarked on a communal living experiment that deepened his interest in Catholicism. A pivotal spiritual crisis led him to the writings of John Henry Newman, culminating in his conversion to Catholicism. Written just before joining the Benedictine Order, this autobiography captures his profound spiritual struggles and transformative experiences.