Poland is simply a privilege! It was to Poland that the thought of mission and work for the future of our civilisation was frequently formulated. So is the Polish state ready for this advancement towards the summits? Will society take responsibility? What does it mean to be a Pole? Is it the gift of heaven, the calling? And finally, who are we Poles, who were we and who should we be in the future? Many of us are inactive looking for answers to these questions. May the latest work published by the White Raven publishing home entitled "Poles faithful and brave" by Fr.Prof. Marian Zawada OCD aid in uncovering them, while beginning and supporting this crucial idea. The thought which God has given us, leading us through a hard history, making the Polish spirit so different from others.
This book is not only a journey through history, but besides a deep contemplation of the Polish soul. The reading, which is the consequence of more than 40 years of investigation and reflection on the condition of our nation, brings readers into the past of Poland from its birth in the 10th century to modern times. Fr. Prof. Zawad describes with admiration and admiration the ability of Poles to last the most hard cataclysms and their integrity. The author points out that the strength of Polishness lies in a deep attachment to Christ and in many talents which God has given to Poles. Faithfulness and courage – these 2 features have dominated our nation for centuries and have been unchanged since the very beginning of statehood.
O. Prof. Marian Zawada: "Poles faithful and brave", Wyd. Biały Kruk, 512 str., format 16.5 x 23.5 cm, hardcover.In his publication, Fr. Prof. Zawad evokes various events and characters from Polish history, including large leaders, heroes, artists, thinkers and clergymen. There are besides reflections on the function and mission of our Nation among the peoples of Europe, referring to the thoughts of specified authorities as Vincenty Kadłubek, Piotr Complaint, Zygmunt Krasiński, Adam Mickiewicz and St. Sister Faustyna. The author emphasizes the work of love of the Homeland, paying attention to the Catholic view of history, which is frequently marginalized by the prevailing media today.
"Poles faithful and brave" is besides a consequence to contemporary challenges specified as perverting past and promoting the alleged pedagogy of shame. Fr. Prof. Zawada argues that in the face of specified threats it is essential to extract and cultivate values that fed generations of Poles – religion and courage. These qualities, erstwhile essential for survival, are equally crucial today.
"This book was born by homage to what Polish, by gratitude to Mother, the Matrix," writes prof. Zawad in the introduction of his book. "It appears as a program for past and national heritage désintéressement. As opposed to a lively discussion of future projects designed to “free” society from unnecessary “ballast” of the past. Unfortunately, this would consequence in nationalization."
The excellent language utilized by the author allows the reader to realize Polishness as a category not only national but besides spiritual, striving to live in God's order. The book, which is both historical and spiritual in nature, evokes patriotic feelings and strengthens the bond with the Homeland, adding 179 outstanding illustrations. These paintings not only enrich the text, but besides convey an additional condition of knowledge, creating a full and deep image of Polishness. The premiere of the work “Poles faithful and brave” is an event that will surely stay in the memory of many readers, offering them not only a rich lesson in history, but besides a spiritual journey into the Polish soul.
O. Prof. Marian Zawada: "Poles faithful and brave", Wyd. Biały Kruk, 512 str., format 16.5 x 23.5 cm, hardcover. More on https://bialykruk.pl/bookshop/bookshop/polacy-fierce-and-diverse
