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Devotio Moderna: Basic Writings (Classics Of Western Spirituality (Paperback))
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...A Milestone In American Religious Publishing. New Catholic World Devotio Moderna: Basic Writings Translation And Introduction By John Van Engen Preface By Heiko A. Oberman I Intend To Order My Life To The Glory, Honor, And Service Of God And To The Salvation Of My Soul; To Put No Temporal Good Of Body, Position, Fortune Or Learning Ahead Of My Soul'S Salvation; And To Pursue The Imitation Of God In Every Way Consonant With Learning And Discernment And With My Own Body And Estate, Which Predispose Certain Forms Of Imitation. Geert Grote The Modern Devotion Appears In Nearly Every Textbook Account Of Medieval Spirituality As The Characteristic Expression Of Later Medieval Religious Life. One Written Testimony To This Modern Devotion, The Imitation Of Christ, Was To Prove The Single Most Influential Devotional Book In The History Of Western Christianity. Yet Apart From The Imitation Itself, The Spiritual Works That Taught This New Devotion Have Rarely Been Translated Into English And Have Never Been Gathered In A Single Place. With The Publication Of This Volume, Van Engen Has Made Available The Essential Sources Of The Devotional Movement That Later Medieval People Looked Upon As Modern Or New. The Movement Originated With A Dutchman Of Patrician Stock, Master Geert Grote, And Was Carried Forward In Communities That Came To Be Known As The Brothers And Sisters Of The Common Life. Eventually They Acquired Counterparts In Orders, The Regular Canons And Canonesses Of The Windesheim Congregation. This Volume Contains Several Works By The Founder Himself, Geert Grote, As Well As Representative Lives Of The Brothers And Sisters, Translated For The First Time From Latin And Medieval Dutch. To Illustrate The Range Of Spiritual Teaching These Communities Developed, Van Engen Has Chosen To Translate Works From Several Different Genres: Sayings That Captured Their Religious Insights, Statutes That Guided Their Collective Lives, Exercises That Guided Their Individual Lives, And Collations Or Sermons That Inspired Their New Devotion. Finally, Van Engen Offers A Modern Translation Of Gerard Zerbolt Of Zutphen'S Spirituality Ascensions As A Kind Of Religious Summation Of The Entire Movement. Though Little Known Today, It Proved The Single Most Widely Read Work Inside The Movement Itself.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The book measures six point zero six inches in length, zero point nine four inches in width, and nine point one seven inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does 'Devotio Moderna: Basic Writings' have? A: This book contains three hundred fifty-two pages, providing a comprehensive overview of the Modern Devotion.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book features a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Devotio Moderna: Basic Writings' is John H. Van Engen, an expert in medieval spirituality.
- Q: What is the main theme of this book? A: The main theme revolves around the devotional movement known as Modern Devotion, which emphasizes personal spirituality and community life.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in spirituality? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners as it provides foundational insights into the Modern Devotion movement.
- Q: How do I read and engage with the content of this book? A: You can read this book at your own pace, reflecting on the texts and applying the spiritual teachings in your daily life.
- Q: Is there a recommended age group for this book? A: This book is generally suitable for adults and mature teens interested in spirituality and religious history.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place, upright on a shelf to prevent any warping of the pages.
- Q: Can I safely clean the cover of this book? A: Yes, you can gently wipe the cover with a soft, dry cloth to keep it clean.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for return or replacement options.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: Typically, books do not come with a warranty, but you can check the seller's return policy for more information.
- Q: How does this book compare to other spirituality books? A: This book specifically focuses on the Modern Devotion, offering unique insights that may not be covered in other spirituality texts.
- Q: Is this book a good choice for someone exploring Western religious practices? A: Yes, this book is an excellent choice for anyone exploring Western religious practices, particularly those interested in medieval spirituality.
- Q: What should I do if I have trouble understanding the content? A: If you have trouble understanding the content, consider joining a study group or seeking discussions with others interested in the text.