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Manual Labor in Early Egyptian Monasticism: From the Third to Mid-Fifth Century

by Elizabeth Agaiby

  • Paperback
  • Publisher: Agora University Press
  • 14 x 21.6 x 1.1 cm

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The purpose of manual labor was to bring the monk to perfection so that he may avoid the dangers of pride, excessive asceticism, and self-righteousness. The monastic leaders encouraged a moderate balance between the disciplines and excess was discouraged as it was seen to encourage bias towards one discipline at the expense of the other.So important were the practical and contemplative disciplines in monastic life, that when new comers would join the community, the elder would provide training in weaving baskets and prayer which were considered the basics of monastic living. Hence, by combining practical disciplines with contemplative aspects, the monk progresses towards perfection and union with God.
Manual Labor in Early Egyptian Monasticism: From the Third to Mid-Fifth Century and The Essential History of Christianity
The Essential History of ChristianityManual Labor in Early Egyptian Monasticism: From the Third to Mid-Fifth Century
  • Book Format

    Paperback

  • Publisher

    Agora University Press

  • Published

    May 2020

  • Weight

    227g

  • Dimensions

    14 x 21.6 x 1.1 cm

  • ISBN

    9781950831012

  • ISBN-10

    1950831019

  • Eden Code

    5278612

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