On the Passion of Christ


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A perfect complement to the movie, The Passion of The Christ, this book presents reflections that will enable the reader to focus deeply on the true meaning of the Passion. In his famous spiritual classic, The Imitation of Christ, Thomas À Kempis reminds the reader that in order to become a follower of Christ one must imitate his life, and to accomplish this he adds: "Let it then be our main concern to meditate on the life of Jesus Christ. It is impossible to imitate Christ without first knowing him, and the best way of getting to know him is by meditating on his life as it is described in the four Gospels." Thus, in this wonderful meditation book, perfect for Lent, or any time of the year, the great spiritual writer and monk gives profound, short reflections on Gospel passages about the passion and death of Christ. Each chapter, focusing on a specific aspect of the Passion of Our Lord, gives a prayer, a meditation and spiritual advice and closes with another short prayer. Very much in the same style as his The Imitation of Christ, this book covers the entire Passion, and makes great spiritual reading for anyone. Illustrated.










Prayers and Meditations on the Life of Christ


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Prayers and Meditations on the Life of Christ is a religious devotional work written by Thomas à Kempis, German-Dutch canon regular. It presents a religious treatise concerning life, passion and resurrection of Jesus Christ, divided in two parts: Treatise I: Part I - Devout Meditations on the Life of Our Saviour Jesus Christ, and Upon the Benefits Wrought by Him for Us, With Thanksgiving Therefor Part II - Of the Passion of Christ, According to the Four Evangelists Treatise II - Prayers Concerning the Resurrection, Divided Into Two Parts: Part I - Concerning the Resurrection of Christ, and His Appearances Part II - Of the Ascension, of Pentecost, and of Certain Other Matters




Favorite Prayers from Imitation of Christ


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New book of prayers taken from the classic work of Thomas a Kempis. All the prayers are given in large type and sense lines for easier reading and understanding. They are permeated by the inspiration and devotion of their author and inculcate the following of Christ.




Prayers and Meditations on the Life of Christ


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Thomas à Kempis' work, 'Prayers and Meditations on the Life of Christ', is a timeless masterpiece that delves into the spiritual and contemplative aspects of the Christian faith. Written in the style of devotional literature, this book offers readers a collection of prayers and meditations focused on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Kempis' prose is both eloquent and deeply introspective, inviting readers to reflect on their own relationship with God and the teachings of Christ. This work holds significant literary value as it addresses themes of faith, humility, and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment within the Christian tradition. The book's enduring influence can be seen in its continued popularity and relevance in contemporary religious and spiritual discourse. As a devout member of the Catholic Church and a member of the Canons Regular, Kempis drew from his own spiritual experiences and theological knowledge to create a work that continues to inspire and enlighten readers centuries after its initial publication. 'Prayers and Meditations on the Life of Christ' is a must-read for those seeking a deeper understanding of the Christian faith and a richer spiritual life.







The Inner Life


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Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves—and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives—and destroyed them. Now, Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization, and helped make us who we are. Penguin's Great Ideas series features twelve groundbreaking works by some of history's most prodigious thinkers, and each volume is beautifully packaged with a unique type-drive design that highlights the bookmaker's art. Offering great literature in great packages at great prices, this series is ideal for those readers who want to explore and savor the Great Ideas that have shaped the world. The Inner Life is taken from Thomas à Kempis's The Imitation of Christ, a classic Christian devotional that has taught and inspired generations.




Living God's Justice


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"Integration is one of the goals of the spiritual journey. The vertical relationship with God that is nurtured in personal prayer and public worship needs to be integrated with our horizontal relationship with our sisters and brothers. A balanced spirituality is one of both/and not either/or. In other words, we are to be contemplatives in action. Contemplation is that loving attention as we gaze upon the mystery of God; action is reaching out to others who are in need." —from the Foreword, by Robert F. Morneau For Christians, prayer is never entirely a personal matter. Jesus taught us to pray in such a way that we are always mindful of the concerns of others, and of our relationships with others. Living God's Justice is a sourcebook of just such prayers—words that help us to orient ourselves toward others in a way that leads to right relationship with God and effective prayer. Drawing on the wisdom of the ages—from Saint Francis of Assisi to Pope John Paul II, Thomas á Kempis to Mother Teresa, Saint Augustine to Thea Bowman—this collection reminds us that we are all members of one body, one church and others depend upon our prayers as much as we depend upon theirs.




Thomas a Kempis Collection [10 Books]


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THOMAS A KEMPIS COLLECTION [10 BOOKS] — Quality Formatting and Value — Active Index, Multiple Table of Contents for all Books — Multiple Illustrations Thomas à Kempis, C.R.S.A.; (c. 1380 – 25 July 1471) was a Dutch canon regular of the late medieval period and the author of The Imitation of Christ, one of the most popular and best known Christian books on devotion. His name means Thomas "of Kempen", his hometown, and in German he is known as Thomas von Kempen. He also is known by various spellings of his family name: Thomas Haemerken; Thomas Hammerlein; Thomas Hemerken and Thomas Hämerken. Thomas à Kempis wrote the biographies of New Devotion members—Gerard Groote, Floris Radewijns, John van de Gronde, and John Brinckerinck. His important works include a series of sermons to the novices of St. Augustine Monastery, including Prayers and Meditations on the Life of Christ, Meditations on the Incarnation of Christ, Of True Compunction of Heart, Soliloquy of the Soul, Garden of Roses, Valley of Lilies, and a Life of St. Lidwina of Schiedam. Kempis's 1441 autograph manuscript of The Imitation of Christ is available in the Bibliothèque Royale in Brussels. —BOOKS— A MEDITATION ON THE INCARNATION OF CHRIST, SERMONS ON THE LIFE AND PASSION OF OUR LORD AND OF HEARING AND SPEAKING GOOD WORDS PRAYERS AND MEDITATIONS ON THE LIFE OF CHRIST SAINT LYDWINE OF SCHIEDAM SERMONS TO THE NOVICES REGULAR THE CHRONICLE OF THE CANONS REGULAR OF MOUNT SAINT AGNES THE FOLLOWING OF CHRIST THE FOUNDERS OF THE NEW DEVOTION THE IMITATION OF CHRIST THE LITTLE GARDEN OF ROSES AND VALLEY OF LILIES THE SOLILOQUY OF THE SOUL PUBLISHER: AETERNA PRESS