I did some research on a Merton quote about climbing the ladder of success which I loved and wanted to find it in one of his works. I found it was not made by him. I agree with Rohr's commitment to justice and compassion and his love of Merton. And I find Merton's writings really compelling because they are so beautiful and deeply rooted in his search for meaning and joy in God, and a continued experience with physical and spiritual pain.