Greg Peters
The Story of Monasticism: Retrieving an Ancient Tradition for Contemporary Spirituality
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- ISBN 13:
- 9780801048913
- author:
- Greg Peters
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Baker Academic
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 1.8 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- History, Religious History, Christianity
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Story of Monasticism: Retrieving an Ancient Tradition for Contemporary Spirituality Greg Peters offers a historical survey of monasticism from its origins to current manifestations, exploring why this tradition remains a valid and necessary manifestation of the Christian faith. Peters recovers the riches of the monastic tradition for contemporary spiritual formation and devotional practice, providing insight into how this ancient way of life can inform our understanding of the Christian faith today. This accessible book provides a valuable exploration of monasticism's relevance to modern spirituality.
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