St. Bernard of Clairvaux's Life of St. Malachy of Armagh by Bernard
"St. Bernard of Clairvaux's Life of St. Malachy of Armagh" by H. J. Lawlor is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work dives into the life of St. Malachy, focusing on his significance during a crucial period of reformation within the Irish Church. It provides insights into the ecclesiastical changes that Malachy championed, as well as the broader context of the Irish Church's evolution during this time. The
opening of the text introduces the reader to St. Bernard's reflections on Malachy's life and the transformative movements within the Irish Church during the 12th century. It highlights the shift from an abbot-led structure to a diocesan system, emphasizing Malachy's role in instituting new practices and morality standards among the clergy. As the narrative unfolds, it reveals Malachy’s dynamic efforts to establish the modern bishops' system, his encounters with notable figures, and his devoted push for reform—despite facing significant resistance. This rich historical backdrop sets the stage for understanding the pivotal changes and significant figures in the evolution of the Irish ecclesiastical landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bernard, of Clairvaux, Saint, 1091?-1153 |
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| Editor | Lawlor, Hugh Jackson, 1860-1938 |
| Title | St. Bernard of Clairvaux's Life of St. Malachy of Armagh |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Stacy Brown, Anna Tuinman, Bethanne M. Simms, Ted Garvin, |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BR: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity |
| Subject | Malachy, Saint, 1094?-1148 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25761 |
| Release Date | Jun 11, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 221 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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