9781331742333 - monastic institutions: their origin, progress, nature, and tendency (classic reprint) de day, samuel phillips (4 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating and often shocking world of monasticism, a historical movement that began in the early days of Christianity and left a lasting mark on religious practices and cultural landscapes. The author, drawing on historical records and personal experience, e…xplores the origins of monachism in the Egyptian desert, where individuals like Anthony the Hermit sought refuge and spiritual enlightenment in solitude. The book then traces the spread of monasticism, from its initial adoption by persecuted Christians to its institutionalization and expansion throughout the Roman world. The author examines the various monastic orders, their rules, and the lives of those who embraced the austere lifestyle, including both the celebrated saints and those who fell victim to its harshness. The book explores the contradictions of monasticism, its attraction to those seeking escape from worldly burdens and the darker side of its strict and sometimes cruel practices. It highlights the use of physical suffering and self-denial as pathways to spiritual purity and the influence of monastic communities on politics and culture. With a focus on the historical context of the time, the book offers a powerful exploration of the allure and dangers of a life devoted to seclusion and spiritual discipline, leaving readers with a deeper understanding of the complex motivations and social forces behind this enduring religious tradition. 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.

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