The Rule And Exercises Of Holy Living And The Rule And Exercises Of Holy Dying

By Jeremy Taylor

Book Overview

""The Rule and Exercises of Holy Living and The Rule and Exercises of Holy Dying"" is a religious book authored by Jeremy Taylor, an Anglican bishop and theologian in the 17th century. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on how to live a holy life and the second part on how to prepare for death. In the first part, Taylor discusses various aspects of holy living, such as the importance of prayer, self-examination, and the practice of virtues such as humility and charity. He also addresses practical issues such as how to deal with temptation and how to maintain a healthy balance between the spiritual and physical aspects of life.The second part of the book deals with the topic of death, which Taylor views as a natural and inevitable part of life. He offers advice on how to prepare for death, including the importance of repentance, forgiveness, and the proper disposition of one's possessions. He also discusses the nature of the afterlife and the hope of eternal life.Throughout the book, Taylor draws on biblical teachings and the writings of other Christian thinkers to provide guidance and inspiration for readers seeking to live a holy life and prepare for death. The book has been widely read and influential in Christian circles for centuries and continues to be a valuable resource for those seeking spiritual guidance.Two Volumes in One.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: 1162981768
• ISBN13: 9781162981765
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 640 Pages
• Weight: 1.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"