The Imitation Of Christ

byThomas A. Thomas a KempisTranslated byAloysius Croft, Harold Bolton

September 18, 2003|
The Imitation Of Christ by Thomas A. Thomas a Kempis
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This classic of Christian devotional literature has brought understanding and comfort to millions for centuries. Both Protestants and Catholics -- as well as mystics and historians of religious thought -- have studied these meditations on the life and teachings of Jesus, finding in them a path to prayer and spiritual guidance. Written in a candid and conversational style, The Imitation of Christ discusses liberation from worldly inclinations, recollection as a preparation for prayer, the consolations of prayer, and the place of eucharistic communion in a devout life. With its simple, readable text, this translation will appeal to new readers as well as to those already familiar with this religious classic.
Thomas à Kempis was born at Kempen, Germany in 1380. He attended Deventer in the Netherlands where he eventually joined the Canons and was later ordained as a priest. His most well-known work is the Imitation of Christ. It has been acclaimed as one of the greatest spiritual writings of all time. For some time there was some disputed as...
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Title:The Imitation Of Christ
Format:Paperback
Product dimensions:160 pages, 8.25 X 5.19 X 0.68 in
Shipping dimensions:160 pages, 8.25 X 5.19 X 0.68 in
Published:September 18, 2003
Publisher:Dover Publications
Language:English
Appropriate for ages:All ages
ISBN - 13:9780486431857

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