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The Sayings of the Desert Fathers: The Alphabetical Collection (Volume 59)

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Book Synopsis: The fourth-century ascetic flight to the desert indelibly marked Christianity. The faithful who did not embrace the austerity of the desert admired those who did and sought them out for counsel and consolation. The ‘words’ the monks gave were collected and passed around among those too far away or too feeble to make the trek themselves - or lived generations later. Previously available only in fragments, these Sayings of the Desert Fathers are now accessible in its entirety in English for the first time. We have a great deal to learn from their integrity and their unrelenting courage, from their vision of God - so Holy, so great, possessed of such a love, that nothing less than one's whole being could respond to it. These were men and women who had reached a humility of which we have no idea, because it is not rooted in an hypocritical or contrived depreciation of self, but in the vision of God, and a humbling experience of being so loved. They were ascetics, ruthless to themselves, yet so human, so immensely compassionate not only to the needs of men but also to their frailty and their sins; men and women wrapped in a depth of inner silence of which we have no idea and who taught by ‘Being’, not by speech: ‘If a man cannot understand my silence, he will never understand my words.’ If we wish to understand the sayings of the Fathers, let us approach them with veneration, silencing our judgments and our own thoughts in order to meet them on their own ground and perhaps to partake ultimately - if we prove able to emulate their earnestness in the search, their ruthless determination, their infinite compassion—in their own silent communion with God.

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Experience the wisdom of the ancient ascetics with The Sayings of the Desert Fathers: The Alphabetical Collection (Volume 59). This fourth-century treasure is now available in its entirety in English for the first time, allowing you to delve into the profound teachings of these revered monks. Discover the integrity and unrelenting courage that marked their lives, as well as their vision of a holy and loving God that will leave a lasting impact on your own spiritual journey.

Immerse yourself in the austere world of these ascetics who reached levels of humility unknown to us today. Their teachings were not born out of a hollow sense of self-deprecation, but rather from a deep understanding and experience of the boundless love of God. They lived lives of self-discipline and compassion, inspiring those who sought their counsel.

Uncover the profound silence that enveloped the souls of these men and women, a silence that spoke volumes without the need for words. Their teachings were not conveyed through elaborate speeches, but through the very essence of their being. As they themselves taught, "If a man cannot understand my silence, he will never understand my words."

To truly grasp the wisdom conveyed in the sayings of the Desert Fathers, approach them with reverence and an open heart. Allow their words to penetrate your soul, silencing your own judgments and thoughts. In doing so, you may find yourself capable of emulating their earnestness, determination, and infinite compassion. By engaging in their silent communion with God, you may unlock profound spiritual growth and a deeper understanding of yourself.

Begin your transformative journey today with The Sayings of the Desert Fathers: The Alphabetical Collection (Volume 59). Explore the depths of their teachings and experience the power of their wisdom. Click here to order now.

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