Bibliograph

In the heart of the desert, the spirituality of the Desert Fathers and Mothers, John Chryssavgis ; with a translation of Abba Zosimas' Reflections

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In the heart of the desert, the spirituality of the Desert Fathers and Mothers, John Chryssavgis ; with a translation of Abba Zosimas' Reflections

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

In the heart of the desert

Nature of contents

bibliography

Responsibility statement

John Chryssavgis ; with a translation of Abba Zosimas' Reflections

Series statement

Treasures of the world's religions

Sub title

the spirituality of the Desert Fathers and Mothers

Table Of Contents

The text through the centuries -- The age of the Desert Fathers and Mothers -- Key personalities -- The desert as space -- The struggle against demons -- The patience of the cell -- Silence and tears -- The treasury of the heart -- Spiritual guidance along the way -- The power of detachment -- Education and formation -- Solitude and charity -- The desert and the body -- The desert and the environment -- The desert and gender -- Miracles and signs -- Praying to God -- Encountering God

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