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This is a study of the life, work and spiritual theology of John Cassian (c.365-430) whose writings were the bridge between eastern monasticism and the developing Latin monasticism of Southern Gaul. He exerted a major influence on the rule of Benedict and the theology of Gregory the Great.

Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Author: Stewart, Columba
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: New York : Oxford University Press, 1998.
Series:Oxford studies in historical theology.
Subjects:
Cassian, John, > approximately 360-approximately 435.
30-600
Monastic and religious life > History of doctrines > Early church, ca. 30-600.
RELIGION > Institutions & Organizations.
Online Access:Texto completo
Table of Contents:
  • Note on Citations; CHAPTER ONE: Cassian the Monk; CHAPTER TWO: Cassian the Writer; CHAPTER THREE: Cassian the Theologian; CHAPTER FOUR: Flesh and Spirit, Continence and Chastity; CHAPTER FIVE: The Bible and Prayer; CHAPTER SIX: Unceasing Prayer; CHAPTER SEVEN: Experience of Prayer; Afterword; Appendix: Cassian on Monastic Egypt; Notes; Bibliography; Biblical Citations; Cassian's Writings; Latin and Greek Words; General Index.

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