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This series is a testimony to the Spirit breathing where He wills.' America John Climacus: The Ladder of Divine Ascent edited and translated by Colm Luibheid and Norman Russell notes on translation by Norman Russell, preface by Kallistos Ware 'Prayer is the mother and daughter of tears. It is an expiation of sin, a bridge across temptation, a bulwark against affliction. It wipes out conflict, is the work of angels, and is the nourishment of everything spiritual.' John Climacus (c. 579649) The Ladder of Divine Ascent was the most widely used handbook of the ascetic life in the ancient Greek Church. Popular among both lay and monastics, it was translated into Latin, Syriac, Arabic, Armenian, Old Slavonic, and many modern languages. It was written while the author (who received his surname from this book) was abbot of the monastery of Catherine on Mount Sinai. As reflected in the title, the ascetical life is portrayed as a ladder which each aspirant must ascend, each step being a virtue to be acquired, or a vice to be surrendered. Its thirty steps reflect the hidden life of Christ himself. This work had a fundamental influence in the particularly the Hesychastic, Jesus Prayer, or Prayer of the Heart movement. Pierre Pourrat in his History of Christian Spirituality calls John Climacus the 'most important ascetical theologian of the East, at this epoch, who enjoyed a great reputation and exercised and important influence on future centuries.'
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Ladder of Divine Ascent' about? A: 'The Ladder of Divine Ascent' is a spiritual classic written by John Climacus that serves as a guide for the ascetic life in the ancient Greek Church. It outlines thirty virtues to be acquired and vices to be surrendered on the path to spiritual growth.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by John Climacus, a significant figure in Christian spirituality who lived from approximately 579 to 649 AD.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This listing is for the First Edition of 'The Ladder of Divine Ascent', published on January 1, 1982.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: 'The Ladder of Divine Ascent' contains 336 pages, providing an extensive exploration of ascetic principles.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: What is the intended audience for this book? A: This book is intended for both laypeople and monastics interested in Christian spirituality and ascetic practices.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Christian spirituality? A: Yes, 'The Ladder of Divine Ascent' is suitable for beginners as well as advanced readers, as it provides foundational teachings on virtues and the spiritual life.
- Q: Are there any notable features or forewords in this edition? A: This edition includes a preface by Kallistos Ware and notes on translation by Norman Russell, enhancing the reader's understanding of the text.
- Q: What languages has this book been translated into? A: 'The Ladder of Divine Ascent' has been translated into several languages, including Latin, Syriac, Arabic, Armenian, Old Slavonic, and many modern languages.
- Q: What impact has this work had in Christian spirituality? A: The book has had a fundamental influence on the Hesychastic movement and the Jesus Prayer, establishing John Climacus as a key ascetical theologian in Eastern Christianity.