Title:
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THE DESERT OF THE HEART
DAILY READINGS WITH THE DESERT FATHERS |
By: |
Benedicta Ward SLG, Benedicta Ward SLG (Editor) |
Format: |
Paperback |
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£2.95 |
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ISBN 10: |
023251769X |
ISBN 13: |
9780232517699 |
Publisher: |
DARTON,LONGMAN & TODD LTD |
Pub. date: |
18 July, 1988 |
Pages: |
66 |
Description: |
Why do the Desert Fathers have so much to say to us? To answer this question, Sister Benedicta presents some of the best and most illuminating stories and sayings from the desert. Readers will find spiritual wisdom, along with sharp humour and startling insight into human nature. |
Synopsis: |
The way of life of the fourth-century Desert Fathers, with its emphasis on solitude, silence and unceasing prayer, has inspired many modern spiritual writers. Why do the Desert Fathers have so much to say to us? To answer this question, Sister Benedicta presents some of the best and most illuminating stories and sayings from the desert. Readers will find spiritual wisdom, along with sharp humour and startling insight into human nature. |
Publication: |
UK |
Imprint: |
Darton,Longman & Todd Ltd |
Returns: |
Non-returnable |