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Western Asceticism is a comprehensive study of the history and development of asceticism in the Western Christian tradition. Written by renowned scholar Owen Chadwick, the book explores the origins of asceticism in the early Church and traces its evolution through the Middle Ages and into the modern era. Chadwick examines the lives and writings of some of the most influential ascetics in Western Christianity, including St. Augustine, St. Benedict, St. Francis of Assisi, and Thomas ������ Kempis. He also explores the role of monasticism in the development of Western asceticism and the impact of asceticism on the broader Christian culture.The book covers a wide range of topics related to asceticism, including the practice of self-denial and self-mortification, the pursuit of spiritual perfection, the role of prayer and contemplation, and the relationship between asceticism and social and political movements.Western Asceticism is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Christian history, theology, and spirituality, as well as anyone interested in exploring the rich tradition of asceticism in the Western Christian tradition.Preface Written By Henry P. Van Dusen. The Library Of Christian Classics V12.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781258014117
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 364
  • Udgivet:
  • 9. maj 2011
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x24 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 703 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 22. januar 2025
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Western Asceticism is a comprehensive study of the history and development of asceticism in the Western Christian tradition. Written by renowned scholar Owen Chadwick, the book explores the origins of asceticism in the early Church and traces its evolution through the Middle Ages and into the modern era. Chadwick examines the lives and writings of some of the most influential ascetics in Western Christianity, including St. Augustine, St. Benedict, St. Francis of Assisi, and Thomas ������ Kempis. He also explores the role of monasticism in the development of Western asceticism and the impact of asceticism on the broader Christian culture.The book covers a wide range of topics related to asceticism, including the practice of self-denial and self-mortification, the pursuit of spiritual perfection, the role of prayer and contemplation, and the relationship between asceticism and social and political movements.Western Asceticism is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Christian history, theology, and spirituality, as well as anyone interested in exploring the rich tradition of asceticism in the Western Christian tradition.Preface Written By Henry P. Van Dusen. The Library Of Christian Classics V12.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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