Give me a word, Father. From the time of Saint Antony 'at least 'younger monks would ask older, experienced monks, abbas or ammas ( 'fathers ' or
'mothers '), for a saving word, for advice, for wise counsel on how to live. In this book, Coptic scholar and priest Tim Vivian shares personal accounts of journeys to present-day monasteries in Egypt, and translations of ancient texts exemplifying the
'words, ' the insights that have guided desert monks for nearly two millennia. Those who study the monastic tradition professionally and those who search it spiritually will find matter for reflection here.
By:
Tim Vivian Imprint: Liturgical Press Country of Publication: United States Volume: 207 Dimensions:
Height: 216mm,
Width: 140mm,
Spine: 29mm
Weight: 539g ISBN:9780879076573 ISBN 10: 0879076577 Series:Cistercian Studies Series Pages: 468 Publication Date:01 November 2005 Audience:
College/higher education
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Primary
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active