The Word In The Desert

Author : Douglas Burton-Christie
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1993-02-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780195359411

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The growing scholarly attention in recent years to the religious world of late antiquity has focused new attention on the quest for holiness by the strange, compelling, often obscure early Christian monks known as the desert fathers. Yet until now, little attention has been given to one of the most vital dimensions of their spirituality: their astute, penetrating interpretation of Scripture. Rooted in solitude, cultivated in an atmosphere of silence, oriented toward the practical appropriation of the sacred texts, the desert fathers' hermeneutic profoundly shaped every aspect of their lives and became a significant part of their legacy. This book explores the setting within which the early monastic movement emerged, the interpretive process at the center of the desert fathers' quest for holiness, and the intricate patterns of meaning woven into their words and their lives.

Author : Douglas Burton-Christie
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1993-02-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780190282066

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The Word in the Desert by Douglas Burton-Christie Pdf

The growing scholarly attention in recent years to the religious world of late antiquity has focused new attention on the quest for holiness by the strange, compelling, often obscure early Christian monks known as the desert fathers. Yet until now, little attention has been given to one of the most vital dimensions of their spirituality: their astute, penetrating interpretation of Scripture. Rooted in solitude, cultivated in an atmosphere of silence, oriented toward the practical appropriation of the sacred texts, the desert fathers' hermeneutic profoundly shaped every aspect of their lives and became a significant part of their legacy. This book explores the setting within which the early monastic movement emerged, the interpretive process at the center of the desert fathers' quest for holiness, and the intricate patterns of meaning woven into their words and their lives.

Author : Douglas Burton-Christie
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2023
Category : Egypt
ISBN : 0197741975

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The Word in the Desert by Douglas Burton-Christie Pdf

An investigation of the retreat to the desert and the growth of monasticism in 4th-century AD Egypt, which has been recognized as a significant movement of early Christianity. The text focuses on the ways in which the desert saints interpreted and appropriated the Scripture.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Liturgical Press
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1975-02-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780879079598

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The Sayings of the Desert Fathers by Anonim Pdf

`Give me a word, Father', visitors to early desert monks asked. The responses of these pioneer ascetics were remembered and in the fourth century written down in Coptic, Syriac, Greek, and later Latin. Their Sayings were collected, in this case in the alphabetical order of the monks and nuns who uttered them, and read by generations of Christians as life-giving words that would help readers along the path to salvation.

Author : Gary Paul Nabhan
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 0816510148

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Gathering the Desert by Gary Paul Nabhan Pdf

Looks at the history and uses of plants of the Sonoran Desert, including creosote, palm trees, mesquite, organpipe cactus, amaranth, chiles, and Devil's claw

Author : Jacques Ellul
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2023-04-05
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781666742558

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Desert, Wilderness, Wasteland, and Word by Jacques Ellul Pdf

Desert, Wilderness, Wasteland, and Word features an English translation of a recently discovered and until-now unpublished essay of Jacques Ellul's that examines the significance of the desert from biblical, theological, and ethical perspectives. It also provides an introduction that contextualizes Ellul's piece, and five incendiary essays that critically reflect on Ellul's work. Altogether, this volume offers fresh and provocative insight into the writings of Jacques Ellul during a historical moment that appears to be on its way to, or already in, a desert, wilderness, and wasteland, with many people in it who are desperate for encounters with a new, revitalizing Word.

Author : Aidan Tynan
Publisher : Edinburgh University Press
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2020-06-18
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781474443371

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Desert in Modern Literature and Philosophy by Aidan Tynan Pdf

Aidan explores the ways in which Nietzsche's warning that 'the desert grows' has been taken up by Heidegger, Derrida and Deleuze in their critiques of modernity, and the desert in literature ranging from T.S Eliot to Don DeLillo; from imperial travel writing to postmodernism; and from the Old Testament to salvagepunk.

Author : Peter H. Gorg
Publisher : Ignatius Press
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2011-08-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781681494821

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The Desert Fathers by Peter H. Gorg Pdf

In the late third century, more and more people withdrew to the radical seclusion of the desert so as to live entirely for God under the direction of a spiritual father. Among these "Desert Fathers" one figure is especially preeminent: Saint Anthony the Hermit. This book takes the reader back to the hour when monasticism was born and describes the life of those revolutionary Christians who sought God in the Egyptian desert. The focus of the book is the life and work of Saint Anthony, whose experiences of the spiritual life have a timeless beauty and validity, even for those not called to live as a monk. The second half of the book presents other Desert Fathers, such as Paul of Thebes, Pachomius, and Simeon Stylites, as well as the great founders of the monastic communities in Western Europe who were inspired by them: John Cassian, Columban, and Benedict, for example. "The monk's self-denial begins radically in precisely those departments of life which have perennially seemed to be the most important: ownership, self-determination and sexuality. At the same time those who admonish so uncomfortably become the salt that lends Christianity its original flavor. . . . Just as the saints are God's specific answer to the needs of a given time, so too are the religious orders that have been founded over the course of the centuries." - Peter Görg

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2003-03-27
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780141907000

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The Desert Fathers by Anonim Pdf

The Desert Fathers were the first Christian monks, living in solitude in the deserts of Egypt, Palestine, and Syria. In contrast to the formalised and official theology of the "founding fathers" of the church, the Desert Fathers were ordinary Christians who chose to renounce the world and live lives of celibacy, fasting, vigil, prayer and poverty in direct and simple response to the gospel. Their sayings were first recorded in the 4th century and consist of spiritual advice, anecdotes and parables. The Desert Fathers' teachings and lives have inspired poetry, opera and art, as well as providing spiritual nourishment and a template for monastic life.

Author : Lester Kaufman,Jane Straus
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2021-04-16
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781119652847

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The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation by Lester Kaufman,Jane Straus Pdf

The bestselling workbook and grammar guide, revised and updated! Hailed as one of the best books around for teaching grammar, The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation includes easy-to-understand rules, abundant examples, dozens of reproducible quizzes, and pre- and post-tests to help teach grammar to middle and high schoolers, college students, ESL students, homeschoolers, and more. This concise, entertaining workbook makes learning English grammar and usage simple and fun. This updated 12th edition reflects the latest updates to English usage and grammar, and includes answers to all reproducible quizzes to facilitate self-assessment and learning. Clear and concise, with easy-to-follow explanations, offering "just the facts" on English grammar, punctuation, and usage Fully updated to reflect the latest rules, along with even more quizzes and pre- and post-tests to help teach grammar Ideal for students from seventh grade through adulthood in the US and abroad For anyone who wants to understand the major rules and subtle guidelines of English grammar and usage, The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation offers comprehensive, straightforward instruction.

Author : Hierotheos Vlachos
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Athos (Greece)
ISBN : UVA:X030464747

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A Night in the Desert of the Holy Mountain by Hierotheos Vlachos Pdf

Author : Jim Reimann,L. B. Cowman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2008-03-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0310282764

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Streams in the Desert for Graduates by Jim Reimann,L. B. Cowman Pdf

Now in mass market size, this updated edition of Mrs. L. B. Cowman's classic devotional Streams in the Desert comes in two covers. One will appeal to every reader, and the other is ideal for giving to graduates. Beloved by generations of believers, here is a time-tested fountain of faith, wisdom, and encouragement for today's spiritual sojourner.

Author : Lawrence R. Walker,Frederick H. Landau
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
Page : 343 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2018-03-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780816532629

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A Natural History of the Mojave Desert by Lawrence R. Walker,Frederick H. Landau Pdf

Invites readers to explore the smallest and most unique southwestern desert, the beautiful Mojave--Provided by publisher.

Author : Mark Oshiro
Publisher : Tor Teen
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2020-09-15
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781250169204

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Each of Us a Desert by Mark Oshiro Pdf

From award-winning author Mark Oshiro comes a powerful coming-of-age fantasy novel about finding home and falling in love amidst the dangers of a desert where stories come to life Xochitl is destined to wander the desert alone, speaking her troubled village's stories into its arid winds. Her only companions are the blessed stars above and enigmatic lines of poetry magically strewn across dusty dunes. Her one desire: to share her heart with a kindred spirit. One night, Xo's wish is granted—in the form of Emilia, the cold and beautiful daughter of the town's murderous conqueror. But when the two set out on a magical journey across the desert, they find their hearts could be a match... if only they can survive the nightmare-like terrors that arise when the sun goes down. Fresh off of Anger Is a Gift's smashing success, Oshiro branches out into a fantastical direction with their new YA novel, Each of Us a Desert. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Author : Robert Alter
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 561 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2009-09-22
Category : Bibles
ISBN : 9780393337044

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The Book of Psalms: A Translation with Commentary by Robert Alter Pdf

In his brilliant new translation of one of the Bibles most cherished and powerful books, Alter captures the simplicity, physicality, and coiled rhythmic power of the Hebrew, restoring the remarkable eloquence of these ancient poems.