Bøger af Thomas A'Kempis

L'Imitation de Jésus-Christ (en latin De imitatione Christi) est une oeuvre anonyme de piété chrétienne de la fin du xive siècle ou du début du xve siècle, représentative d'une nouvelle expérience spirituelle appelée devotio moderna qui a été illustrée par Jean de Ruysbroek. On attribue actuellement cette oeuvre à Thomas a Kempis, c'est-à-dire (si l'on traduit du latin) de Kempen (près de Düsseldorf). La traduction de Pierre Corneille, publiée sous formes de livraisons entre 1651 et 1656 sous le titre L'Imitation de Jésus-Christ, traduite et paraphrasée en vers français, par P. Corneille à Paris, chez Robert II Ballard, en 1656, se révèle un extraordinaire succès de librairie avec 2 300 éditions et près de 2.4 millions d'exemplaires en circulation à la fin du xviiie siècle, ce qui en fait à cette époque le livre le plus souvent imprimé après la Bible. Le texte est divisé en quatre parties: Avertissements utiles à la vie spirituelle (admonitiones ad vitam spiritualem utiles) Avertissements entraînant à la vie intérieure (admonitiones ad interna trahentes) De la consolation intérieure (de interna consolatione) Exhortation à la sainte communion (de sacramento). L'oeuvre est assez simple et faite surtout d'aphorismes et de maximes sans aucune prétention théologique. Elle alimenta la dévotion et la prière de nombreuses générations de chrétiens, surtout des laïcs, qui cherchaient dans leur vie quotidienne à vivre en respectant les préceptes du Christ (d'où son titre). Elle suscite davantage de réserves aujourd'hui car certains estiment qu'elle donne trop d'importance à l'humilité, la résignation et l'abnégation.

The Imitation of Christ, Book IV: Divine UnionPrepare to be transported to the mystical world of Thomas a'Kempis in Book IV, the final installment of the devotional series. In this profound and transformative journey, Thomas reveals the ultimate destination for those who have embraced the Imitation of Christ. Arriving at the altar, we unite with Jesus through the Holy Eucharist, the source and summit of our faith.But before approaching the Lord's Table, Thomas imparts essential wisdom. He guides us to examine our conscience, seek reconciliation, meditate on God's holy word, and let go of worldly cares and selfish curiosities. In this short but impactful book, Thomas invites us to revisit its chapters repeatedly, urging us to immerse ourselves in its profound messages and prepare ourselves as celebrants, recipients, or adorers of the Blessed Sacrament.In a unique blend of fiction and historical research, Timothy Moore breathes life into the mind of Thomas a'Kempis. In That Same Year, Letters from Thomas a'Kempis to Adriaan Boeyens, Three Pieces of Bread, and The Installation, the reader is transported to the time and place where Thomas wrote Book IV and the impact of its legacy. Fictionalized accounts provide insights into Thomas' thoughts and experiences, shedding light on his intent.Join Thomas as he chronicles the happenings at Mt. St. Agnes in "In That Same Year." Experience the mentorship of Thomas as he passes the torch to a young Adrian Boeyens, who later becomes Pope Adrian VI, in Letters from Thomas a'Kempis to Adriaan Boeyens. Get ready to be captivated by the sacred vision shared by Thomas's mentor, Prior Radewyns, in Three Pieces of Bread, which immerses us in the depth and significance of the Eucharistic life of Jesus through the eyes of Dismas, the Good Thief and Gesmas, the Bad Thief.As you embark on the final Book of this extraordinary series, be prepared for a soul-stirring encounter with the divine. Book IV will leave an indelible mark on your spirit, reminding you of the sacredness of the Holy Eucharist and the transformative power of communion with Christ. ¿Let Thomas a'Kempis guide you to the summit of faith, where you will find the fulfillment of your spiritual journey.

It is difficult to imagine that something written in the early 15th century could still have any import or agency today, but The Imitation of Christ, composed by Thomas a Kempis in the first half of the 1400s, has attained widespread publication and translation and is still considered required reading for devout Christians. What sets it apart from other works of that age is the approach taken by Kempis in how the reader should emulate his Christ; instead of going out and living as Christ lived, Kempis instructs that isolation and a withdrawn existence provides the necessary environment for contemplation and imitation.

Experience the timeless wisdom of Thomas A Kempis' 'The Imitation of Christ' in a whole new way with this newly revised and updated edition, featuring beautiful illustrations by Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld from his acclaimed illustrated bible.In a new edition that captures the original text's power and beauty, this new version offers readers a modern interpretation of Kempis' teachings, combined with the addition of the prints by Carolsfeld, which offer a new dimension to the reading experience, bringing the text to life and further enhancing its spiritual message.From the importance of self-examination and humility to the role of prayer and the value of simplicity, Kempis' themes remain as relevant today as they were in the 15th century. This edition of 'The Imitation of Christ' is an essential read for Catholics looking to deepen their faith and live a more fulfilling, Christ-centered life.In a world where distractions can easily overwhelm and demands on our time are endless, this new edition offers a welcome respite, providing a source of inspiration and guidance for modern Catholics seeking to connect with their faith on a deeper level.

Het boek De Navolging van Christus staat bekend als een van de meest vertaalde en meest gedrukte boeken ter wereld. De Navolging van Christus was oorspronkelijk geschreven in het Latijn, maar verscheen later in de volkstaal van toen, het Middelnederlands. Het boek van Thomas a Kempis bestaat uit vier delen, die samen een handleiding bieden voor het spiritueel en lichamelijk navolgen van Christus. Dit boekje is een oude uitgave die opnieuw werd gedigitaliseerd als internetversie, maar nu ook in drukvorm beschikbaar werd gesteld.

Of The Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis, is a widely read Christian spiritual book. It was first published anonymously, in Latin, ca. 1418; several other authors have been proposed, but Kempis' authorship is now generally accepted.Imitation of Christ is a writing of the mysticist German-Dutch school of the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries and is widely considered one of the greatest manuals of devotion in Christianity.

"There is no middle ground; our faith must be passionately focused on Christ, or we become earthbound, caught up with concerns, pleasures, and friends who will inevitably fail us."Thomas a Kempis was not a haphazard follower of Jesus. The depth of his masterpiece mirrors the life of a man who did whatever was necessary to imitate his own Savior. A Kempis lived as intentionally as he wrote. We must turn away from the things of this world, we must live sacrificially, we must be inundated with Christ's passionate teaching, and we must pray to be removed from distraction.A classic in every state of the word, The Imitation of Christ places the fruit of one man's single-minded devotion to God's calling on his life within the reach of every reader. May we all commit to be this effective in our emulation of Jesus.