ISBN: 9780282950071 - a second thebaid: being a popular account of the ancient monasteries of ireland (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book transports readers to a Second Thebaid, the ancient Irish Church, tracing the origins and ethos of Irish monasticism and its role in shaping Ireland as a beacon of holiness and learning. Through the lives of Ireland's "Twelve Holy Founders," the author vividly illustrates the principles and practices of monastic life, emphasizing the centrality of prayer, zeal, and self-denial. The book explores the profound influence of these monastic communities on Irish society, from fostering scholarship, preserving literacy, and promoting the arts to acting as beacons of charity and social justice. By examining the spirituality and impact of these monastic founders, this book deepens our understanding of their enduring legacy, not only on Ireland but on the broader development of Christianity in Europe and beyond. 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.…