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.
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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.
Imprint | Liturgical Press |
Country of origin | United States |
Series | Cistercian Studies, 207 |
Release date | November 2005 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | November 2005 |
Authors | Tim Vivian |
Dimensions | 216 x 140 x 25mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback - Trade |
Pages | 328 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-87907-657-3 |
Barcode | 9780879076573 |
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LSN | 0-87907-657-7 |