Biblical Characters and the Enneagram: Images of Transformation

Roo, Remi J. De,Gervais, Pearl,Tolomeo, Diane

ISBN 10: 0921513135 / ISBN 13: 9780921513131

Published by Newport Bay Publishing Limited, 2002

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Biblical Characters and the Enneagram: Images of Transformation
• Publisher: Newport Bay Publishing Limited
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0921513135
• ISBN 13: 9780921513131
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

In what has been described as a 'breakthrough book,' three Vancouver Island authors have produced a volume that will be keenly read by students of both personality and religion.

Biblical Characters and the Enneagram: Images of Transformation explores the personalities of a whole range of Biblical figures through the lens of the Enneagram, an ancient system for understanding personality. The result is an exploration in self-awareness and a fresh look at the many compelling and insightful stories and people found in the Bible.

In the book, 18 biblical 'characters' are presented as models of transformation, personal growth and spiritual development, showing how the habitual masks we have all unconsciously learned to wear can be revealed as pale and unsatisfactory imitations of our original inner beauty. The book shows how these stories of transformation can lead us to embrace our real selves and discard the sham substitutes of our fabricated personalities.

About the Author

Diane Tolomeo received her Ph.D in English Literature from Princeton University. She currently teaches in both the English Department and the Humanities Diploma Program at the University of Victoria, Canada. Her talks and retreats focus on biblical literature, archetypes, and the tradition of Christian meditation.

Pearl Gervais has extensive experience in education and counselling. She holds degrees from the University of Manitoba and the University of Wisconsin, and has studied at the Tantur Institute in Jersusalem. She is a certified Enneagram teacher and gives workshops and retreats in the areas of personal growth, spirituality and business.

Remi J. De Roo, STD, received his doctorate from the Angelicum, Rome and is Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Victoria, Canada. He is a Vatican II Council Father and a certified Enneagram teacher. He holds five honourary degrees and is an internationally known lecturer and retreat leader. He has co-authored or authored six books including Even Greater Things: Hope and Challenge after Vatican II.