Institutes Of Christian Perfection, Tr. From The Gr. [opuscula And Selected Apophthegms] By G. Penn

Originally written in Greek in the 4th century, St. Macarius of Egypt's Institutes of Christian Perfection offers timeless wisdom and spiritual guidance for Christians of all ages. This newly translated edition includes a selection of additional apophthegms, or sayings of the Desert Fathers, that offer further insights into the contemplative tradition of early Christianity. Whether you are a layperson, a monk or a nun, or simply someone seeking to deepen your understanding of Christian spirituality, this volume is an essential resource.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.