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The Desert Fathers: Sayings of the Early Christian Monks Paperback - 2003
by Various; Benedicta Ward (Translator); Introduction by Benedicta Ward
First recorded in the fourth century, the Sayings of the first Christian monks--spiritual advice, anecdotes, parables, and reflections on life--influenced the rule of St. Benedict, set the pattern for Western monasticism, and have inspired centuries of poetry, opera, and art.
Summary
The Desert Fathers were the first Christian monks, living in solitude in the deserts of Egypt, Palestine, and Syria. In contrast to the formalized and official theology of the "founding fathers" of the Church, they were ordinary Christians who chose to renounce the world and live lives of celibacy, fasting, vigil, prayer, and poverty in direct and simple response to the gospel. First recorded in the fourth century, their Sayings—consisting of spiritual advice, anecdotes, parables, and reflections on life—influenced the rule of St. Benedict, set the pattern for Western monasticism, and have inspired centuries of poetry, opera, and art.
Organized around key themes—Charity, Fortitude, Lust, Patience, Prayer, Self-control, and Visions—this edition of the Sayings is fresh, accessible, and authoritative.
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- Title The Desert Fathers: Sayings of the Early Christian Monks
- Author Various; Benedicta Ward (Translator); Introduction by Benedicta Ward
- Binding Paperback
- Edition Revised
- Pages 240
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Penguin Group, London
- Date 2003-07-29
- Features Bibliography, Glossary
- ISBN 9780140447316 / 0140447318
- Weight 0.4 lbs (0.18 kg)
- Dimensions 7.75 x 5.06 x 0.57 in (19.69 x 12.85 x 1.45 cm)
- Ages 18 to UP years
- Grade levels 13 - UP
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- Religious Orientation: Christian
- Library of Congress subjects Spiritual life - Christianity, Desert Fathers
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2003273481
- Dewey Decimal Code 248.2
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