Isbn: 9780243601851 - the Religious Magazine, Vol. 46: and Monthly Review (classic Reprint) (4 results)

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a thorough exploration of the tragic dimensions of monk life in Egypt during the fourth and fifth centuries. Through vivid accounts and historical analysis, the author immerses readers in the extraordinary world of Oxyrynchus, a city entirely dedicated to religious practices and populated by vast communities of monks and nuns. The book examines the extreme ascetic practices, self-denial, and spiritual struggles of these individuals, shedding light on the complexities of their religious beliefs and the profound impact of their lifestyle on both their personal and collective experiences. By placing monk life within its broader historical context and exploring its thematic depth, the author offers a nuanced understanding of this unique and fascinating chapter in Christian history, revealing the profound spiritual yearnings and the tragic consequences that often accompanied the pursuit of extreme piety. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 582 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.