9781331720003 - The Fathers of the Desert, Vol. 2: Or, an Account of the Origin and Practice of Monkery Among Heathen Nations; Its Passage Into the Church; And Some ... Primitive M... (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the lives of early Christian hermits and monks in Egypt and Palestine, offering a fascinating glimpse into the development of monasticism in the fourth century. The author delves into the lives of individuals like Paul the Simple, Paul of Thebes, and Hilarion, highlighting their extraordinary devotion, their struggles with temptation, and the miraculous powers they were believed to possess. The book provides a rich tapestry of stories about these individuals, their encounters with demons, their encounters with fantastical creatures like hippocentaurs and satyrs, and their interactions with influential figures like St. Antony, the founder of Christian monasticism. The author also explores the philosophical and theological underpinnings of this early monastic movement, revealing the complex relationship between asceticism, spiritual devotion, and the pursuit of divine favor. This captivating exploration of the early Christian world provides a unique window into the development of religious life, and the enduring fascination with the pursuit of spiritual perfection. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Condizione: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 320 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.