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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history of the Benedictine Order, one of the most influential religious organizations in Western Christendom. The author explores the order's origins in the ancient world, its profound impact on education and culture during the Middle Ages, and its enduring legacy. By examining the Benedictine Order through the lens of St. Benedict's life and teachings, the book reveals a remarkable story of monasticism's development and evolution, tracing the order's role in shaping the intellectual, social, and spiritual landscape of Europe. The author compares St. Benedict to the biblical patriarch Abraham, highlighting how the Benedictine Order, much like Abraham's legacy, spread its influence across the world, founding countless monasteries and schools and shaping the course of history. The book's exploration of the Benedictine Order's "poetical" nature, emphasizing its devotion to simplicity and contemplation, provides insightful commentary on the spiritual and intellectual traditions that have defined the order for centuries. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331805373_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331805373
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331805373
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)