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The Imitation of Christ (Vintage Spiritual Classics),New
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This meditation on the spiritual life that has inspired readers from Thomas More and St. Ignatius Loyola to Thomas Merton and Pope John Paul I.Only the Bible has been more influential as a source of Christian devotional reading than The Imitation of Christ. Written by the Augustinian monk Thomas Kempis between 1420 and 1427, it contains clear instructions for renouncing wordly vanities and locating eternal truths. No book has more explicitly and movingly described the Christian ideal: 'My son, to the degree that you can leave yourself behind, to that degree will you be able to enter into Me.' With a new Preface by Sally Cunneen, author of In Search of Mary: The Woman and the Symbol.'God is our home but many of us have strayed from our native land. The venerable authors of these Spiritual Classics are expert guidesmay we follow their directions home.'Archbishop Desmond Tutu
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- Q: What is 'The Imitation of Christ' about? A: 'The Imitation of Christ' is a spiritual classic that emphasizes meditation on the spiritual life and offers guidance on renouncing worldly vanities to discover eternal truths.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Imitation of Christ' is Thomas à Kempis, an Augustinian monk, who wrote it between 1420 and 1427.
- Q: What is the significance of this book in Christian literature? A: 'The Imitation of Christ' is considered one of the most influential Christian devotional texts, second only to the Bible in its impact on readers and spiritual practice.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book I should consider? A: This listing features the Revised edition of 'The Imitation of Christ', which includes a new Preface by Sally Cunneen.
- Q: What is the item condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Imitation of Christ' have? A: 'The Imitation of Christ' contains 242 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'The Imitation of Christ' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Imitation of Christ' published? A: 'The Imitation of Christ' was published on March 24, 1998.
- Q: What topics does this book cover? A: The book covers topics related to Christian devotion, spirituality, and living a life that prioritizes eternal truths over material concerns.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for someone interested in spirituality? A: Yes, 'The Imitation of Christ' is an excellent gift for anyone interested in spirituality or Christian teachings, as it has inspired many notable figures throughout history.