Desert Fathers : Sayings of the Early Christian Monks, Paperback by Ward, Ben...

Description: Desert Fathers : Sayings of the Early Christian Monks, Paperback by Ward, Benedicta (EDT), ISBN 0140447318, ISBN-13 9780140447316, Brand New, Free shipping in the US 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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Book Title: Desert Fathers : Sayings of the Early Christian Monks

Number of Pages: 240 Pages

Language: English

Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group

Publication Year: 2003

Item Height: 0.6 in

Topic: Monasticism, Quotations, Christian Church / History, Christianity / History, Christian Theology / History, Christian Life / Spiritual Growth, Biblical Référence / Quotations, Christian Life / Devotional

Features: Revised

Genre: Religion, Référence

Item Weight: 6.4 Oz

Item Length: 7.8 in

Author: Benedicta Ward

Item Width: 5.1 in

Format: Uk-B Format Paperback