St. Basil And Eastern Monasticism

By James O. Hannay

Book Overview

""St. Basil and Eastern Monasticism"" is a book written by James O. Hannay that explores the life and teachings of Saint Basil, a fourth-century Christian bishop and theologian who is considered one of the fathers of Eastern monasticism. The book delves into the history of monasticism in the Eastern Orthodox Church and how Saint Basil's teachings and practices influenced the development of this tradition. It also examines the impact of Saint Basil's writings on the Eastern Christian Church and how his legacy has been carried forward through the centuries. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, monasticism, and the Eastern Orthodox Church.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Spirit and Origin of Christian Monasticism, by James O. Hannay. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766151220.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425458033
• ISBN13: 9781425458034
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"