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On Thoughts

On Thoughts

Christina, Nun
Ponticus, Evagrius

Paperback

General Christianity

ISBN13: 9798337707938
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Aug 29 2024
Pages: 36
Weight: 0.14
Height: 0.07 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Evagrius Ponticus' On Thoughts is a profound spiritual treatise offering deep insights into the complex inner life of a Christian ascetic. The text explores the nature of various thoughts-both virtuous and demonic-and their influence on the soul's journey toward purity and communion with God. Evagrius delves into the subtle ways in which evil thoughts can hinder spiritual progress, even when cloaked in the guise of virtue. He emphasizes the importance of vigilance, prayer, and discernment in overcoming these thoughts and attaining a state of dispassion. The work also addresses the challenges of excessive asceticism, the role of dreams in spiritual life, and the struggle to maintain pure prayer. Evagrius offers practical guidance for monks and hermits striving to achieve a life of virtue, inner peace, and a closer relationship with God.

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