The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage

Discover how ancient prophetic wisdom speaks directly to modern struggles in this transformative work from renowned spiritual teacher Richard Rohr. Following his acclaimed bestseller The Universal Christ, Rohr draws from the timeless insights of the Hebrew prophets to reveal a path beyond rage and despair and toward genuine compassion.

Tracing the prophets’ journey from fierce anger to profound lamentation, Rohr highlights what he calls sacred criticism, a way of confronting injustice that honors our shared humanity and deep interconnectedness. This approach, grounded in a century of biblical scholarship yet written with clarity and warmth, illuminates how the evolution of the prophets mirrors the approach of Jesus himself.

Deeply personal and spiritually stirring, this book offers guidance for anyone seeking a more compassionate, thoughtful, and healing way to engage with a wounded world.