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Loading... The Desert Fathers : sayings of the early Christian monksby Benedicta Ward
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will love Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. Fantastic. (  ) gtross | Jul 15, 2008 |  http://nhw.livejournal.com/892620.htm... Simply gives the complete text of the Sayings of the Desert Fathers compiled by Pelagius in the early fourth century. There is an uneasy and sometimes consciously very funny tension running through the writings, between on the one hand being deeply devout and determined, and pulling up the other monks who are not trying hard enough; and on the other hand not showing off one's own piety. But at the same time you can't help but be impressed with the seriousness and dedication with which these people tried to develop their understanding of their creator and themselves by cutting themselves off from the world. The Penguin edition is interesting for completeness, to see what Helen Waddell chose to leave out; but she got most of the good bits. (  ) nwhyte | Jul 14, 2007 | Even with a quick read through, I found much that was interesting and instructive and that I would do well to think about and try to apply to my own life. I shall definitely go through it again more slowly taking time to absorb the lessons it teaches. (  ) Robertgreaves | Jul 6, 2006 | A classic, and great translation by authority Benedicta Ward. Highly recommended ( ) ireneadler | Jul 4, 2006 |  no reviews | add a review
Amazon.com Product Description (ISBN 0140447318, Paperback)The Desert Fathers were the first Christian monks, living in solitude in the deserts of Egypt, Palestine, and Syria. In contrast to the formalized and official theology of the "founding fathers" of the Church, they 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. First recorded in the fourth century, their Sayings-consisting of spiritual advice, anecdotes, parables, and reflections on life-influenced the rule of St. Benedict, set the pattern for Western monasticism, and have inspired centuries of poetry, opera, and art.Organized around key themes-Charity, Fortitude, Lust, Patience, Prayer, Self-control, and Visions-this edition of the Sayings is fresh, accessible, and authoritative. Translated, edited, and with an introduction by Benedicta Ward. (retrieved from Amazon Wed, 06 Jan 2010 22:38:20 -0500) The first test round has been closed. Visit the Open Shelves Classification group for details. |
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