Synopses & Reviews
Though Saint John Cassian lived and wrote centuries ago (c. 360-435), his spiritual writings continue to be important to contemporary church life and personal spirituality. The rich religious traditions of Eastern Christianity influenced the course and development of monasticism in the West. Today, all Christians can, through Saint Cassian's focus on prayer, reach a higher state.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 99-115) and index.
About the Author
John Levko, S.J. is a Byzantine rite Jesuit. He is presently a member of the Mathematics faculty at the University of Scranton and is also the Director of the University of Scranton's Center for Eastern Christian Studies.
Table of Contents
Preface
Historical Perspective
Recent Authors
Chapter 1: Prayer
Chapter 2: Dispositions for Good Prayer
Chapter 3: Effects of Prayer
Chapter 4: Journeys in Prayer
Chapter 5: Cassian and St. Ignatius of Loyola
Conclusion
Abbreviations
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