The Desert Fathers : Sayings of the Early Christian Monks
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These were the first Christian monks living in solitude in the deserts of Egypt, Palestine and Syria. In contrast to the first formalized and official theology of the "founding fathers" of the church, the Desert Fathers 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. Their sayings were first recorded in the 4th century and consist of spiritual advice, anecdotes and parables. They have inspired poetry, opera and art as well as providing spiritual nourishment and being a template for monastic life.
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These were the first Christian monks living in solitude in the deserts of Egypt, Palestine and Syria. In contrast to the first formalized and official theology of the "founding fathers" of the church, the Desert Fathers 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. Their sayings were first recorded in the 4th century and consist of spiritual advice, anecdotes and parables. They have inspired poetry, opera and art as well as providing spiritual nourishment and being a template for monastic life.
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Author: WARD BenedictaISBN: 9780140447316Publication Date: March 2003Edition: 1Pages: 201Binding: PaperbackPublisher: Penguin ClassicsCountry of Publication:
These were the first Christian monks living in solitude in the deserts of Egypt, Palestine and Syria. In contrast to the first formalized and official theology of the "founding fathers" of the church, the Desert Fathers 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. Their sayings were first recorded in the 4th century and consist of spiritual advice, anecdotes and parables. They have inspired poetry, opera and art as well as providing spiritual nourishment and being a template for monastic life.-
Author: WARD BenedictaISBN: 9780140447316Publication Date: March 2003Edition: 1Pages: 201Binding: PaperbackPublisher: Penguin ClassicsCountry of Publication:
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