Of the imitation of christ four books

As editor and translator he was not without faults, but thanks to him the imitation became and has remained, after the bible, the most widely read book in the world. Though the translator isnt named, likely this is an edition translated by c. Published 1841 condition very good copy bound in contemporary giltblocked, full leather, with raised bands. Helpful counsels of the spiritual life, directives for the interior life, on interior consolation and on the blessed sacrament. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. The imitation of christ in four books by by thomas a kempis. It is in ok condition with scuffs on the top of the binding and writing on the front and back covers on the inside. Km2 the imitation of christ was written by catholic monk thomas kempis circa 801471, as four separate books completed between 1420 and 1427, at mount saint agnes monastery, in the town. Imitation of christ by thomas a kempis the catholic company. About thomas a kempis 19 biography author of the imitation of christ, born at kempen in the diocese of cologne, in 79 or 80.

Editions of the imitation of christ by thomas a kempis. The imitation of christ, thomas a kempis audio book. The imitation of christ is a classic work by thomas a kempis. Km2 the imitation of christ was written by catholic monk thomas kempis circa 801471, as four separate books completed between 1420 and 1427, at mount saint agnes monastery, in the town of windesheim, located in what is now the netherlands.

The imitation of christ consists of four books with short chapters in each book. It is a handbook for spiritual life arising from the devotio moderna movement, of which kempis was a member. The imitation of christ is a beautiful edition of the original, deeply spiritual book by thomas a kempis. The imitation of christ was written by catholic monk thomas kempis circa 801471, as four separate books completed between 1420 and 1427, at mount saint agnes monastery, in the town of windesheim, located in what is now the netherlands. Apart from the bible, no book has been translated into more languages than the imitation of christ. Four books and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. Each of these is further subdivided into anywhere from twelve to. From both pursuits evolved the imitation of christ. The imitation of christ in four books new edition with prayer at mass by thomas a kempis, rev.

After the bible, the imitation of christ by thomas a kempis is the favorite book of catholics throughout the world and has been the spiritual guide of the saints since it first appeared in 1418. In easytoread giant type, the imitation of christ from catholic book publishing is a beautiful new edition of the original, deeply spiritual book by thomas a kempis. The imitation of christ in four books new edition with. Widely praised across centuries and continents, a preface to an 1873 edition of the book reads, the imitation of christ has received the unqualified. Each of these is further subdivided into anywhere from twelve to fiftysix minireflections on related topics. This lovely book with a brown duralux cover also includes sections on the rosary and the stations of the cross illustrated in full color. Publishers weekly,thomas a kempiss four part treatise the imitation of christ is presented in a lovely illustrated edition in the imitation of christ. Book 4, chapters 110 of the imitation of christ by thomas a. Imitation of christ four books by thomas a kempis ebay. The imitation of christ was written or at a minimum, transcribed by catholic monk thomas kempis circa 801471, as four separate books completed between 1420 and 1427, at mount saint agnes monastery, in the town of windesheim, located in what is now the netherlands.

Publishers weekly,thomas a kempiss fourpart treatise the imitation of christ is presented in a lovely illustrated edition in the imitation of christ. It also discusses the importance of the sacrament of eucharist. This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet language source with renderx xep formatter, version 3. Please see pictures for condition of the rest of the book. In this revised, easytoread, prayer book size book, readers will experience the peace and wisdom that has comforted catholics from around the world. Mar 16, 2018 the imitation of christ consists of four books with short chapters in each book. His work the imitation of christ is one of the most widely read christian spiritual books ever written. In devotional form, it leads the reader toward a more thorough understanding of the christian life. Up for auction is a copy of imitation of christ four books by thomas a kempis.

Book one, book two, book three and book four for the sake of convenience. The book presents the idea that the study of christs life and the emulation of his example is the highest pursuit that man can achieve. Free shipping get free shipping free 58 day shipping within the u. See all 122 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. This lovely brown, imitation leather book presents sections on the rosary and the stations of the cross illustrated in full color. Book one contains useful reminders for the spiritual life. The imitation of christ shows how to better live the life of a christian by closely following christs example. Books about the history of christianity discuss the origins and development of the christian religion over the past two millennia, during which time christianity spread throughout europe, went through a protestant reformation in the 16th and 16th centuries, and developed several branches, including orthodoxy, and from the roman catholic.

Thomas hemerken, and thomas hamerken seller mw books ltd. The imitation of christ by thomas a kempis translated by rev. The imitation includes four books that vary in both length book two has only 12 chapters, and book three has 59 and themes. Kempis and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The book contains 114 chapters separated into 4 books. The text is divided into four books, which provide detailed spiritual instructions. The core message of the work is humility, and for christians to shut out the world and deny himself. Otherwise, in very good conditionclean, bright and unmarked. It is a handbook for spiritual life arising from the devotio moderna movement, of which kempis was a member the imitation is perhaps the most widely read christian devotional work next to the bible, and is regarded as a devotional and religious classic.

It is a handbook for spiritual life arising from the devotio moderna movement, of which kempis. Aug 17, 2016 the imitation of christ is not just one book. It is his edition that is here rendered into english, without deletion of. The imitation became, and has remained, after the bible, the most widely read and translated book in the world, and certainly the most influential of christian devotional writings. The imitation of christ will bless all who want to respond to the call to follow jesus.

Books about jesus, the gospels and the acts discuss a number of aspects surrounding study of the bible of the new testament, comprising the four gospels of matthew, mark, luke and john. Exploring subjects like reading scripture, thinking humbly, and having peace of mind, it is a very readable classic christian book. Overview it is the hope of the publishers of this new edition of the imitation of christ that this treasured little book will become a spur to following the life of christ to which all are called. His parents, john and gertrude haemerken, were of the artisan class.

Illustrated with illuminated manuscripts paperback, 1984 other editions. Imitating christ and despising all vanities on earth 2. Imitation of christ with kjv bible verses on the app store. Widely praised across centuries and continents, a preface to an 1873 edition of the book. See all 14 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. In this revised, easytoread, prayer book size book, readers will experience the peace. The imitation of christ audio book thomas a kempis.

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