The Philokalia Vol 4: The Complete Text Compiled by St.Nikodimos of the Holy Mou

Description: The Philokalia Vol 4 by G.E.H. Palmer, The Rev. Kallistos Timothy Ware A collection of texts on prayer and the spiritual life, written between the fourth and fifteenth centuries by spiritual masters of the Orthodox Christian tradition. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Philokalia is a collection of texts on prayer and the spiritual life, written between the fourth and fifteenth centuries by spiritual masters of the Orthodox Christian tradition. First published in Greek in 1782, translated into Slavonic and later into Russian, The Philokalia has had a decisive influence upon the Orthodox Church during the last two centuries, and it continues to be read more and more widely.The Philokalia is devoted to themes of universal significance: how we may develop our inner powers and awake from illusion; how we may overcome fragmentation and achieve wholeness; how we may attain contemplative stillness and union with God. Notes Fourth volume of the translation of this religious text on the prayers and spiritual life of the Orthodox Christian tradition. Author Biography Gerald Eustace Howell Palmer (1904-84) studied at Oxford and was the MP for Winchester from 1935 until 1945. He collaborated in many translations, including The Philokalia. The Most Reverend Kallistos (Ware), Metropolitan of Diokleia was born in England in 1934 and studied at Oxford. He embraced the Orthodox faith in 1954 and was ordained in 1966, in the same year he became a lecturer at Oxford. He was appointed to a Fellowship at Pembroke College, Oxford, in 1979 and was consecrated as auxiliary bishop in 1982. He retired in 2001 and was elevated to Metropolitan in 2007. He is the author of The Orthodox Church and The Orthodox Way. Gerald Eustace Howell Palmer (1904-84) studied at Oxford and was the MP for Winchester from 1935 until 1945. He collaborated in many translations, including The Philokalia. Review "A collection of texts written in Greek between the fourth and fifteenth centuries by spiritual masters of the Orthodox tradition. Compiled in the 18th century . . . it has had a profound influence on the spiritual life of the Eastern churches" --Theology Digest Promotional The fourth volume of The Philokalia - here translated and edited by G. E. H. Palmer - the most influential book besides the bible in the recent history of the Orthodox church. Long Description The Philokalia is a collection of texts on prayer and the spiritual life, written between the fourth and fifteenth centuries by spiritual masters of the Orthodox Christian tradition. First published in Greek in 1782, translated into Slavonic and later into Russian, The Philokalia has had a decisive influence upon the Orthodox Church during the last two centuries, and it continues to be read more and more widely. The Philokalia is devoted to themes of universal significance: how we may develop our inner powers and awake from illusion; how we may overcome fragmentation and achieve wholeness; how we may attain contemplative stillness and union with God. Review Quote "A collection of texts written in Greek between the fourth and fifteenth centuries by spiritual masters of the Orthodox tradition. Compiled in the 18th century . . . it has had a profound influence on the spiritual life of the Eastern churches" --Theology Digest Promotional "Headline" The fourth volume of The Philokalia - here translated and edited by G. E. H. Palmer - the most influential book besides the bible in the recent history of the Orthodox church. Details ISBN057119382X Series Philokalia Language English ISBN-10 057119382X ISBN-13 9780571193820 Media Book Format Paperback Series Number 4 Subtitle The Complete Text Compiled by St.Nikodimos of the Holy Mountain and St.Makarios of Corinth Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Author The Rev. Kallistos Timothy Ware Edition 1st Imprint Faber & Faber Translator Philip Sherrard Translated from Greek Short Title PHILOKALIA V04 REV/E Qualifications of Diokleia Pages 464 Edited by G.E.H. Palmer DOI 10.1604/9780571193820 UK Release Date 1998-07-06 AU Release Date 1998-07-06 Publisher Faber & Faber Edition Description Main Year 1998 Publication Date 1998-07-06 DEWEY 248.32 Audience Professional & Vocational NZ Release Date 2005-06-30 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:934522;

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