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Philokalia—The Eastern Christian Spiritual Texts

Name: Philokalia—The Eastern Christian Spiritual Texts
Author: G. E. H. Palmer, Philip Sherrard, Bishop Kallistos Ware, G. E. H. Palmer,Philip Sherrard,Bishop Kallistos Ware

Selections Annotated & Explained

G. E. H. Palmer,

Philip Sherrard,

Bishop Kallistos Ware,

G. E. H. Palmer,

Philip Sherrard,

Bishop Kallistos Ware,

240 pages
English
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eBook - ePub

Philokalia—The Eastern Christian Spiritual Texts

Selections Annotated & Explained

G. E. H. Palmer,

Philip Sherrard,

Bishop Kallistos Ware,

G. E. H. Palmer,

Philip Sherrard,

Bishop Kallistos Ware,

About this book

The Eastern Christian "Love of the Beautiful" can
be a companion on your own spiritual journey

A collection of writings by monks from the fourth to fifteenth centuries, the Philokalia more than any other text reflects the Eastern Church's interpretation of the Bible's meaning. Simply translated, the title means "love of the beautiful, " which reflects the text's emphasis on mystical and contemplative practices to engage all of our senses in the acts of worship and prayer.

This introduction to the wisdom of the Philokalia illuminates a text that until now has intimidated the general reader in its scholarly translations from Greek and Russian. Allyne Smith focuses his thoughtful selection on seven themes that recur throughout the five-volume work—repentance, the heart, prayer, the Jesus Prayer, the passions, stillness, and theosis. Smith's enlightening, accessible facing-page commentary fills in the historical and spiritual context, clarifies core teachings, including the Eastern understanding of salvation, and draws connections to modern-day practices, such as contemplative prayer.

Now you can experience the spiritual wisdom of the Philokalia even if you have no previous knowledge of Eastern Christianity. This SkyLight Illuminations edition takes you on a journey through this beloved text, showing you how the teachings of Eastern monks can help you become by grace what God is by nature.

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