The Desert Fathers

Sayings of the Early Christian Monks

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Christianity, Church, Christian Life
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Author: Penguin Books Ltd ISBN: 9780141907000
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Publication: March 27, 2003
Imprint: Penguin Language: English
Author: Penguin Books Ltd
ISBN: 9780141907000
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Publication: March 27, 2003
Imprint: Penguin
Language: English

The Desert Fathers were the first Christian monks, living in solitude in the deserts of Egypt, Palestine, and Syria. In contrast to the formalised and official theology of the "founding fathers" of the church, the Desert Fathers were ordinary Christians who chose to renounce the world and live lives of celibacy, fasting, vigil, prayer and poverty in direct and simple response to the gospel. Their sayings were first recorded in the 4th century and consist of spiritual advice, anecdotes and parables. The Desert Fathers' teachings and lives have inspired poetry, opera and art, as well as providing spiritual nourishment and a template for monastic life.

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The Desert Fathers were the first Christian monks, living in solitude in the deserts of Egypt, Palestine, and Syria. In contrast to the formalised and official theology of the "founding fathers" of the church, the Desert Fathers were ordinary Christians who chose to renounce the world and live lives of celibacy, fasting, vigil, prayer and poverty in direct and simple response to the gospel. Their sayings were first recorded in the 4th century and consist of spiritual advice, anecdotes and parables. The Desert Fathers' teachings and lives have inspired poetry, opera and art, as well as providing spiritual nourishment and a template for monastic life.

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