The History Of The Monks Who Lived In The Desert Of Egypt (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162902517)

The History Of The Monks Who Lived In The Desert Of Egypt is a book written by St. Hieronymus that provides a detailed account of the lives of the Christian monks who lived in the deserts of Egypt during the early centuries of Christianity. The book covers the period from the third to the fifth century AD, and is based on the author's personal experiences and observations during his travels to Egypt.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the lives of the hermits who lived in the desert, while the second part deals with the history of the monastic communities that were established in the region. The author provides valuable insights into the daily routines, spiritual practices, and beliefs of the monks, as well as the challenges they faced in their quest for spiritual perfection.St. Hieronymus also describes the various types of monasticism that existed in Egypt during this period, including the eremitic, coenobitic, and anchoritic forms of monasticism. He also discusses the role of the desert fathers in shaping the monastic tradition and the impact that their teachings had on the wider Christian community.Throughout the book, St. Hieronymus emphasizes the importance of asceticism, humility, and obedience in the monastic life, and provides numerous examples of monks who embodied these virtues. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, monasticism, and the spiritual practices of the early Christian church.THIS 72 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Paradise of the Holy Fathers Part 1, by St. Hieronymus . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766129071.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.

Author: St Hieronymus
ISBN-10: 1162902515
ISBN-13: 9781162902517
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 72
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.40lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.15d