Literature & more
Bookshop
A superior literary work has the remarkable ability to open up the reader’s heart and mind, stimulating them to cultivate a deeper understanding of the human condition. Its influence can be profound enriching the reader’s perspective and engendering a more refined sense of empathy. In the tradition of the Benediktushof, books serve as vessels for transmitting the essential elements of a life well-lived, embodying the values of contemplation, mindfulness, and Zen meditation.
The Benediktushof’s bookstore provides a diverse selection of literature that encourages introspection and cultivates inner peace. Its shelves are lined with works of Christian contemplation, mindfulness, Zen meditation, and self-development, all of which promote the pursuit of a more enlightened existence.
We would also be delighted if you visited our ONLINE-SHOP (GER).
The Benediktushof’s bookstore is a sanctuary for seekers of mindfulness, offering an array of literature related to the courses and teachings of the spiritual center. Among its offerings are works authored by the Benediktushof’s esteemed faculty, including introductory texts on meditation and treatises by Willigis Jäger, Alexander Poraj, and Doris Zölls, among other notable figures.
For those seeking to create a sacred space for spiritual practice at home, the Benediktushof’s bookstore offers a comprehensive selection of materials, from mats and cushions to meditation benches and other essential tools. The store also provides a wide range of supportive accessories, including gongs, sound bowls, Ikebana supplies, and aromatics, such as oils and incense.
Above all, the Benediktushof’s bookstore is a space for mindful presence, where visitors are invited to explore, experiment, and engage with the literature and materials in a receptive manner. The store’s serene atmosphere provides an ideal backdrop for those seeking to nourish their minds and spirits with the wisdom contained within its pages, offering a space to read, listen, and savor life’s richness with all of the senses.
People to contact
Dagmar Dauerer (Head) , Ingrid Hohm, Gertrud Schmitt, Barbara Simon
Contact:
phone 09369 – 9838-43
e-mail: buchhandlung@benediktushof-holzkirchen.de
business hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
12.30 – 14.00 pm* & 15.00 – 18.00 pm
Friday
12.30 – 14.00 pm* & 15.00 – 19.30 pm
Saturday
12.30 – 19.30 pm
Sunday
08.30 – 11.00 am* & 12.30 – 18.00 pm*
The shops are closed on Wednesday
* for guests only
„A room without books is like a body without a soul.“
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