Sermon on the Mount

By: Richard Rohr

Narrated by: Richard Rohr

Publisher's summary

Richard Rohr leads us through the social, political and environmental setting out of which Matthew brought Christ’s radical message of a new world order. He explains Matthew’s challenge to let go of the conventional wisdom that comes with contemporary American culture. Each of seven talks brings us closer to the heart of the Sermon.

Rohr contrasts conventional wisdom with the wisdom of Christ and draws the listener into the Kingdom of God, the end of the world and the experience of enlightenment. He explains that each generation lives in end times, that the Kingdom is for those willing to let go of all cultural idolatry (past and present) and that those who live in reality travel a path of life which unfolds into freedom. This series is a powerful call to follow Jesus Christ in the commandments of the New Testament.

©1991 Richard Rohr, O.F.M. (P)1992 St. Anthony Messenger Press

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5 out of 5 stars

By Mary Keller on 06-10-19

Richard rohr

consider my spiritual guru. I love his teaching method and his knowledge of the new testiment.

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5 out of 5 stars

By SK on 09-02-16

Life Changing

Would you listen to Sermon on the Mount again? Why?

I'm sure I'll be listening to this many, many times.

What does Richard Rohr bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Rohr's take on the Sermon on the Mount is wonderful. Honestly, this is the best teaching on Jesus I've heard in a long time. An important teaching, particularly for an affluent audience.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

The Jesus encountered in this series is deeply confronting and challenging. I felt simultaneously unsettled and comforted. I can't wait to listen through it again!

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5 out of 5 stars

By stephanie koonce on 01-31-21

This is Good News

I want to be in love with a God like this. I will refer back to this over and over throughout my life. Thank you, Fr. fur being such a good teacher.

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5 out of 5 stars

By Rafael E. Luna on 10-24-13

Fascinating!

Would you listen to Sermon on the Mount again? Why?

I would listen to this recording again because it is filled with deep insights that have helped me to navigate my own journey.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I love how Richard Rohr describes and explains the reality that Jesus brought about and continues to offer.

What does the narrator bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Richard's books are also clear. But it is convenient to hear this while I drive.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I did not have an extreme reaction, but I had an experience of joy.

Any additional comments?

I highly recommend this sermon to anyone who is deeply interested in the deep truths of the gospels or who is open-minded enough to learn of a new spiritual insight.

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5 out of 5 stars

By mary ann rob on 01-26-23

Clarification of the Sermon On the Mount

Excellent preparation for the expanded interpretation of The Sermon On the Mount.
I love Richards recording voice: as he laughs and
I feel I’m right in the class with him. I learned so much more from his added details about the true meaning of The Sermon and how it applies to
living in our society today. Thank you Richard!

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5 out of 5 stars

By Mrs. Rebecca Gudgeon on 02-26-16

Densely packed

These recordings from a retreat led by Richard Rohr are full of insights and challenges. I found the teaching illuminating, the lessons transformative, and the style engaging. The earth-shattering revelations came one after another after another, so that I felt like the world had changed three times over already each day by the time I finished my commute and arrived at work! I'm going back to the beginning immediately on finishing the first time through...but the real challenge is how to live out what we learn here.

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5 out of 5 stars

By Dora A. Srygley on 05-28-19

Wonderful

Thank you, Father Richard for such a wonderful explanation of the gospel. It is really transforming. I enjoyed this audiobook a lot. I will listen to it again and again.

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5 out of 5 stars

By Bob Mitchell on 06-25-22

A full retreat

Sit and listen to a three day retreat on The Sermon on the Mount. Go behind the text to see the context out of which Matthew wrote. The presentation is pack full of facts that open your eyes to a whole different world from our ans at the same time give us a better understanding of the world in which we live and how the Sermon on the Mount spoke to the original audience as strongly as it does today. very much worth your time

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5 out of 5 stars

By Rob L on 03-04-23

Makes me hungry for more

This is phenomenal lecture, makes me hungry for more. And makes Catholicism attractive. I loved it.

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5 out of 5 stars

By Kathryn on 03-16-15

Grace in action

Richard Rohr is a beautiful example of Grace in action. I have enjoyed everything I have read or heard that he has done. The Truth is enjoyable to see or hear. outstanding!

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