the Wisdom of Desert: Easy to Read Layout

"This little book is neither a critical examination of the early Egyptian monastic literature nor an historical account of the movement. It is nothing more than an attempt to appreciate the religious spirit of the first Christian monks." - James O. HannayThe Wisdom of the Desert, first published in 1904, brings together the spiritual teachings of the early Christian Desert Fathers, whose aphorisms and counsels shaped the foundations of monastic and contemplative tradition. Drawn from the lived experience of ascetics in the Egyptian and Near Eastern deserts, these texts offer concise reflections on prayer, humility, vigilance, and the transformation of the inner life.This new edition comes with an Easy-to-Read Layout designed to make reading more comfortable.

Pagina's: 200, Editie: Large type / Large print, Paperback, FV éditions