The Burden of the Time is a compilation of essays by Cornelius Clifford highlighting certain of the Breviary Scriptures of the liturgical year. The essays focus on the human condition and provide a philosophical and theological perspective on life's greatest challenges. Clifford's writing is eloquent and thought-provoking, providing the reader with a deep understanding of the burden of time and the role of spirituality in navigating this burden. This book is an essential read for anyone in search of wisdom and deeper meaning. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.