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Christian Monasticism: A Great Force in History

Christian Monasticism: A Great Force in History

Hannah, Ian C.

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PhilosophyFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1169752756
ISBN13: 9781169752757
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 270
Weight: 2.01
Height: 0.63 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Christian Monasticism: A Great Force in History by Ian C. Hannah is a comprehensive book that explores the history and impact of Christian monasticism. The author provides a detailed account of the origins of monasticism and its development throughout history, from the early desert fathers to the modern day. The book discusses the various forms of monasticism, including Benedictine, Cistercian, and Franciscan, and examines the role of monasteries in shaping the Church and the wider society. The author also delves into the spiritual and intellectual contributions of monasticism, including its influence on theology, art, and literature.Throughout the book, Hannah highlights the key figures and events that have shaped the history of monasticism, including St. Benedict, St. Francis of Assisi, and the Council of Trent. He also explores the challenges and controversies that have faced monasticism over the centuries, such as the Reformation and the secularization of society.Overall, Christian Monasticism: A Great Force in History provides a fascinating and insightful look at the history and impact of Christian monasticism, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity or the development of Western civilization.1925. In his experience as a teacher of history, Mr. Hannah found there is no subject on which the ordinary student is more vague in his mind than upon the place of Christian monasticism in the story of the world. He was unaware of the existence of any book which dealt with the earnest labors of the monks for mankind. Hannah sets forth the main outlines of the second pillar of medievalism - those task so well achieved by the monks whose original traditions might have appeared so exceedingly unpromising.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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