English Monastic Life by Francis Aidan Gasquet
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| Author | Gasquet, Francis Aidan, 1846-1929 |
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| LoC No. | 04019648 |
| Title | English Monastic Life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "English Monastic Life" by Francis Aidan Gasquet is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the structure, practices, and daily life within English monasteries prior to the Reformation. With a comprehensive exploration of various monastic orders and their customs, the book aims to provide a detailed portrayal of monastic existence in medieval England. The opening of the book introduces the concept of the monastic life as a means for individuals to aspire to higher spiritual ideals within the Christian faith. It explains how monasticism evolved from early Christian communities into more structured religious orders, driven by the need for a disciplined life separated from worldly distractions. Gasquet references key figures, such as St. Benedict and St. Anthony, as pivotal in shaping monastic practices, establishing the foundation for the communal and ascetic lifestyle that characterized these institutions. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a deeper exploration of monastic life, aiming to capture the essence of its spiritual and societal significance in English history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Monasticism and religious orders -- England |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42614 |
| Release Date | Apr 29, 2013 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 203 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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