(AP) THE ART OF PRAYER: an Orthodox anthology
Compiled by Igumen
Chariton of Valamo. Translated by E. Kadoubovsky and E.M.
Palmer.
Edited with an introduction
by Bishop Kallistos Ware.
A classic Orthodox
work which is available again. A collection of texts on prayer
drawn from Greek and Russian sources. 288pp.
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THE ASCETIC
LIFE and FOUR CENTURIES ON CHARITY
by St. Maximos
the Confessor
Fundamental
and beautiful teachings on Christian life and
faith by a great 7th century father. ACW Vol. 21 284pp.
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(AWB) ASCETICAL WORKS, SAINT BASIL, trans. by Sr. M. Monica Wagner. Contains several ascetical discourses, the Morals, the Long Rules, Concerning Faith, Concerning Baptism and similar works. Vol. 9 of The Fathers of the Church series. Subject and scriptural index, 525 pp. Paper f$40.00 Order
(AAG) AN ATHONITE GERONTIKON: Sayings of the Holy Fathers of Mount
Athos.
Compiled by Archimandrite
Ioannikios. Kotsonis. Revised edition. 661pp
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(CLN) A COLLECTION OF LETTERS TO NUNS: Profitable instructions
for laymen and monastics
by St. Anatoly (Zertsalov)
of Optina, translated by Holy Nativity Convent.
These letters of
a famous Optina elder are filled with simplicity, sincerity,
faith and humor - all directed towards the salvation of
the souls of those entrusted to him. Contains also a
life of St. Anatoly, and excellent glossary and subject index.
308pp. Paper d$18.00
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(CFR) CONCERNING FREQUENT COMMUNION OF THE IMMACULATE MYSTERIES OF CHRIST by St. Nikodemos the Hagiorite, translated by Fr. George Dokos. Includes and Explanation of the Lord’s Prayer, an apology for frequent communion, answers to objections and clarifications of misconceptions, and two appendices on the Divine Eucharist. Contains scriptural and subject/names indices. 241pp. Paper d$17.00 TEMP. OUT OF PRINT
(CCP) COUNSELS ON THE CHRISTIAN PRIESTHOOD
By St. John of Kronstadt
Translated by W.
Jardine Grisbrooke, these selections from the writings
of St. John are applicable to all who wish to draw
near to God. 134pp. Paper
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COUNSELS ON THE SPIRITUAL LIFE Volumes 1 and
2 by Mark the Monk (also called “The Ascetic”). Although some
of the writings of this fifth century father are contained in The Philokalia,
this is the first collection translated into English of all of the
11 writings attributed to him, and deeply valued by Byzantine ascetics.
The writings are a diverse collection on spiritual life and Christian
doctrine. 339pp. Paper d$24.00
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(DIS) THE DISCOURSES
by St. Simeon the New
Theologian
The sermons of this
great ascetic father on repentance, renunciation, charity, the
practice of the commandments of God, faith, contemplation,
and many other subjects. 396pp . Paper d$25.00
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DIVINE EROS: Hymns of Saint Symeon the New Theologian
translated by Daniel K. Griggs. This 10th century monastic writer,
who became abbot of the Monastery of St. Mamas, was a prolific writer
of theological and ascetic tracts and 58 poems (the Hymns). This is a new
translation of the Hymns into modern English, making available again a
treasure of spiritual writings. Excellent glossary. 419pp. Paper d$28.00 Order
translated by Eric
P. Wheeler
The teachings of St.
Dorotheos, a 6th century archimandrite of Gaza, which
are just as applicable to Christians today.
259pp. Paper d$25.00
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(DHF) DRINKING FROM THE HIDDEN FOUNTAIN: A Patristic Breviary;
Ancient Wisdom for Today's World.
A daily collection
of brief excerpts on everyday Christian life and experience,
prayer, scripture reading, work, wealth, and a multitude
of other subjects. A real treasure for a busy life in the world.
Excellent index of sources. 447pp. Paper d$25.00
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THE EVERGETINOS
A Complete Text translated
by Bishop Chrysostomos et al
This is one of the
major Greek Paterika (collections "of the fathers"), long a
source of spiritual inspiration and guidance. It contains narratives
from the lives and teachings of the fathers and mothers
of the Egyptian deserts.
A new printing (partially
revised) in four volumes (Books 1-4), slightly enlarged from
the original edition, printed in red and black throughout. Available
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(FRS) FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT: Wisdom from the Apostolic Fathers ed. By George D. Zgourides. Texts selected from the early church fathers on the theme of the “fruit of the Holy Spirit” arranged by subjects ( love, joy, peace, longsuffering, etc .) in a handy volume. 90pp. Paper d$13.00 Order
(NICO) A HANDBOOK OF SPIRITUAL COUNSEL
by St. Nicodemos of
the Holy Mountain, translated by Peter A. Chamberas
The subtitle of this
work is an apt description: "The Guarding of the Five
Senses and the Imagination of the Mind and Heart.
The Cultivation of Natural Delights of the Mind." A practical
and clear guide for spiritual life. 256pp. Paper d$23.00
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(ICS) THE ILLNESS AND CURE OF THE SOUL IN THE ORTHODOX TRADITION
by Archimandrite Hierotheos
Vlachos
Trans. from Greek.
Fr. Hierotheos uses quotations from the Church Fathers and
many saints to support his conviction that man's soul suffers
illness which distorts his relationship with God,
his fellow men and nature - to be cured in the hospital
of the Church. Presented in the form of a discussion, the contents
were used in a lecture series at the Theological School of Damascus.
184pp . Paper e$19.00
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(DILL) ILLUSTRATED SAYINGS OF THE HOLY FATHERS
by the Monk John Vranos
Selections from the
writings of the Holy Fathers presented in simple terms
with an iconographic type illustration for each
subject. Excellent for older children. 52pp. Illus. Paper e$4.00
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(IND) INDICATION OF THE WAY INTO THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN
by Bishop Innokenty
of Alaska
A treasury of wisdom
on Christian life and teachings. 48pp. Paper d$4.00
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(ISN) ISAAC
OF NINEVEH (ISAAC THE SYRIAN): THE SECOND PART,
Chapters IV-XLI),
translated by Sebastian Brock.
An English translation of a second series of spiritual homilies
by St. Isaac from a manuscript discovered in 1983. Very similar to
“The Ascetical Homilies” now out of print, this book will fill the
void. Limited edition. 251pp. Paper e$50.00
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Although directed at women, this instructive book contains valuable instruction for all - beginners as well as those more advanced in spiritual life. Those familiar with the writings of Theophan the Recluse will welcome this new addition in English to the spiritual legacy of this well-known and popular 19th century Russian Father. 160pp. Paper $10.00 Order
NEW (LD) LETTERS FROM THE DESERT: Barsanuphius & John. A new translation by John Chryssavgis of a selection
of the shorter letters of these two elders of Gaza, renowned for their spiritual
insight and direction of both monastics and laity. 212pp. Paper d$16.00 Order
(LTA) THE LETTERS OF AMMONAS, Successor of Saint Anthony
translated by Derwas
J. Chitty
The fourteen surviving
letters on spiritual direction by a disciple of
St. Anthony now available in English. 21pp.
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(LTAG) THE LETTERS OF ST. ANTHONY THE GREAT
translated by Derwas
J. Chitty
Seven beautiful letters
of St. Anthony to his disciples published for the
first time in English. 28pp. Paper
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(LB) LETTERS TO A BEGINNER: On Giving One's Life to God
by Abbess Thaisia
Translated from the
Russian edition of 1900, this collection of fourteen
letters written to beginning (novice) nuns offers
wise instruction to anyone - particularly women - wishing
to live a "life in Christ" whether in the world or a monastery.
Abbess Thaisia, a spiritual daughter of St. John of
Kronstadt, was well versed in the writings of the holy fathers,
and was a gifted spiritual writer in her own right. 110pp.
illus. Paper d$9.00
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(TLC) THE LIFE IN CHRIST
by St. Nicholas Cabasilas.
A very readable book
about the opportunity for man to share in our Lord's redemption
here and now, in body and spirit, as well as intellect, through
the mysteries of the Church. 229pp Paper d$15.00 Order
(LM) THE LIFE OF MOSES
by St. Gregory of
Nyssa
A spiritual interpretation
of the life of the Prophet Moses, used as an example
of Christian life and mystical union with God. 208pp. Paper d$20.00
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(LRP1) LITTLE RUSSIAN PHILOKALIA, VOL. I: St. Seraphim of Sarov, Spiritual instructions
This revised edition contains the Spiritual Instructions, The Acquisition of the Holy Spirit (Conversation with Motovilov) some prophecies of the saint and the events since the finding of his relics again in 1991. 158pp. Paper d$12.00
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(HER) LITTLE RUSSIAN PHILOKALIA, Vol. III: St. Herman of Alaska
Contains the original
life of St. Herman, his writings, and his complete
extant letters. 200pp. Illus. Paper OUT OF PRINT.
(LRP4) LITTLE RUSSIAN PHILOKALIA, Vol. IV: St. Paisius Velichkovsky
The spiritual writings
of St. Paisius, including The Scroll and
Field Flowers . Newly translated into English.
This a treasure for all orthodox. 151pp . Paper d$10.00
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( LRP5) LITTLE RUSSIAN PHILOKALIA, Vol. V: St. Theodore of Sanaxar, The life, spiritual counsels and letters of the 18th century elder who founded a monastery not far from Sarov. 188pp. Paper d$12.00 Order 
(MSE) MAN'S SPIRITUAL EVOLUTION by Constantine Cavarnos. Although a sequel to Dr. Cavarnos' book Holiness: Man's Supreme Destiny, this volume approaches man's spiritual evolution towards union with God in a step-by-step progression, drawing upon the Scriptures and examples from the lives of several saints. Contains descriptions of some valuable spiritual reading. 95pp Paper d$7.00 Order
(MLA) MONASTIC LETTERS OF ST. ATHANASIUS THE GREAT. Translated by Leslie W. Barnard. Six letters of the Great Wise spiritual guide of monastics and laity. 15pp. Paper f$7.00 Order
(MW) MONASTIC WISDOM: THE LETTERS OF ELDER JOSEPH THE HESYCHAST. The Elder Joseph was one of the greatest ascetics of our century. This collection of letters makes the wealth of his wisdom and experience available to readers from all walks of life. "This is the best book I have read in quite some time!" Dr. Constantine Cavarnos. Paper e$15.00 Cloth e$22.00 Order
(ML) MY LIFE IN CHRIST by St. John of Kronstadt
Translated from Russian.
The complete spiritual
diary of this modern man of prayer, which has long been an
inspiration for all. 558pp.
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(NDH) A NIGHT IN THE DESERT OF THE HOLY MOUNTAIN; Discussion with
a Hermit on the Jesus Prayer
by Bishop Hierotheos
Vlachos
Translated from the
Greek, this modern dialogue between the author and
an elder experienced in the practice of the Jesus
Prayer is a simple presentation of the age-old teachings
of prayer of the heart. A contemporary "Way of a Pilgrim".
Contains a glossary of terms. 172pp. Read a Review. Paper e$19.00
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(PRAY) ON PRAYER
by St. John of Kronstadt
Extracts from his spiritual
diary arranged by subject (e.g., "On the Essence...of
Prayer," "On Prayer to Saints...," "On the Jesus Prayer").
74pp . Paper d$5.00
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(OPA) ON PRAYER from the Alphabetalphabetos
by St. Meletios the
Confessor
A small selection from
a 14th century monastic of Mt. Galesion, who wrote
in verse on a wide range of ecclesiastical and spiritual
topics. This selection is from 24 stanzas of 24 lines
each, corresponding to the 24 letters of the Greek alphabet.
Includes a short life of the saint. 32pp . Paper f$4.00
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(OPT) ON PRAYER, from the Writings of Bishop Theophan the Recluse
Translated from the
Russian.
Excerpts from the letters
of Bishop Theophan on many aspects of prayer, most written
to lay people. 12pp. Paper f$2.00
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(OPJ) ON THE PRAYER OF JESUS
by St. Ignatius Brianchaninov
A classic work on the
Prayer of Jesus. Introduction by a monk of the Holy
Mountain.115pp. Cloth f$20.00
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(ORP) ORTHODOX PSYCHOTHERAPY
by Bishop Hierotheos
Vlachos; translated by Esther Williams
The patristic key to
reestablishing one's relationship with God. This is
a companion work to the author's highly popular Illness
and Cure of the soul. 366pp . Paper e$35.00 Order
(OS) ORTHODOX SPIRITUALITY
by Bishop Hierotheos
Vlachos; translated by Esther Williams
A presentation of the
fundamentals of Orthodox spiritual life. Clarifies
Orthodox spirituality as a mode of life, which embodies
man's salvation--his communion and union with God in
the Trinity. 100pp
. Read a review
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(PTS) PATH TO SALVATION: A Manual of Spiritual Transformation
by St. Theophan the
Recluse
A wonderful aid in
acquiring the Kingdom of the heavens. 366pp. Paper e$21.00
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(PHI1) PHILOKALIA Vol. I
St. Isaiah the Solitary, Evagrios the Solitary, St. John Cassian, St. Mark the Ascetic, and others. 378pp. Paper d$20.00 Order
(PHI2) PHILOKALIA Vol. II:
St. Theodore the Great Ascetic, St. Maximos the Confessor, St. Thalassios the Libyan, St. John of Damaskos and others. 414pp. Paper d$20.00 Order
(PHI3) PHILOKALIA Vol. III:
St. Theophanis the Monk, St. Peter of Damaskos, St. Symeon Metaphrastis, St. Philotheos of Sinai and St. Ilias the Presbyter 379pp. Paper d$19.00 Order
(PHI4) PHILOKALIA Vol. IV:
Contains the writings of St. Symeon the New Theologian, Nikitas Stithatos, Theoleptos, Metropolitan of Philadelphia, Nikiphoros the Monk, St. Gregory of Sinai and St. Gregory Palamas. 450pp. Paper d$21.00, Cloth d$30.00 Order
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(WRP) WRITINGS FROM THE PHILOKALIA ON THE PRAYER OF THE HEART
translated by
Kadloubovsky and Palmer
Newly re-issued
in paperback, this volume of selections from THE
PHILOKALIA has long been a favorite volume of spiritual
readings. 420pp . Paper d$20.00
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(PRAC) THE PRACTICAL AND THEOLOGICAL CHAPTERS and THREE THEOLOGICAL
DISCOURSES
b y St. Symeon
the New Theologian, trans. by Paul McGuckin
The "Chapters"
are spiritual instructions, while the "Discourses"
are a defense of the Orthodox teaching of the Holy Trinity.
A beautiful modern translation of some of St. Symeon's
most important writings drawn from his own spiritual experiences
144pp. Paper d$11.00
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THE PRAKTIKOS
& CHAPTERS ON PRAYER
by Evagrius
Ponticus
Two practical
treatises on spiritual life and prayer translated
from the Greek. 96 pp. Paper d$10.00
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(PRL) PRAYERS BY THE LAKE
by St. Bishop Nikolai Velimirovic. One hundred spiritual
meditations written in 1921-1922 by Lake Ochrid. These
beautiful prayers have inspired many since they were written
in Serbian, and many more since their translation into English.
207pp. Paper f$15.00
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(PJE) PRAYERS TO OUR LORD JESUS
CHRIST & A SAFEGUARD FOR THE SOUL by St. Nikodemos the
Hagiorite, translated by Fr. George Dokos. “Prayers…” is a poetic
work dedicated to the Name of Jesus (an Akathist), while “Safeguard…”
is 30 brief meditations – one for each day of the month. In Greek and
English. 117pp. Paper d$13.00
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(REF) REFLECTIONS OF ABBA ZOSSIMAS,
Monk of the Palestinian Desert,
trans. by John Chryssavgis.
Newly translated into English, these are the day-to-day teachings
and examples of one of the great 5th
century hermits of the Palestinian desert. 34pp. Paper f$5.00. Order
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THE SAYINGS
OF THE DESERT FATHERS
by Benedicta
Ward
The complete
"Alphabetical" collection of short sayings of
the Desert Fathers in English. 269pp. Paper d$16.00
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(SCJ) THE SPIRITUAL COUNSELS OF FR. JOHN OF KRONSTADT
translated by
W. Jardine Grisbrooke
Selections from
MY LIFE IN CHRIST arranged by subject. 230pp . Paper d$16.00
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THE SPIRITUAL
LIFE AND HOW TO BE ATTUNED TO IT
by St. Theophan
the Recluse
A study in the
science of the soul and in reality a primer in
the spiritual life. Written to a young woman who wanted to
learn of the spiritual life. 320pp . Paper d$17.00
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THE SPIRITUAL
MEADOW OF JOHN MOSCHOS
translated by
John Wortley
Now available
in English for the first time, this is another
of the major Greek Paterika and perhaps the most remarkable
of them for the great geographical area covered. John
Moschos was a 6th century monk from Damascus who entered
monasticism in the Holy Land, and traveled throughout the
Christian east collecting lives of the holy monastics which have
come down to us in this volume. A real treasure. 219pp. Paper d$30.00
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A SPIRITUAL
PSALTER, or Reflections on God
Excerpted by
St. Theophan the Recluse from the works of St. Ephraim the
Syrian. Translated from the Russian and reflecting the contents
of the Psalms, this beautiful volume contains 150 subject groups
of prayers and teachings divided into 20 Kathismata as the Psalter.
Printed in red and black, gold-stamped leatherette cover and
page edges, with ribbon marker. 255pp. e$30.00 Cloth
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(SBT) SPIRITUALLY BENEFICIAL TALES OF PAUL, BISHOP OF MONEMBASIA
translated by
John Wortley.
A unique collection
of "spiritually edifying tales". Written in the
mid-tenth century. 222pp . Paper
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THE SYRIAC FATHERS
ON PRAYER AND THE SPIRITUAL LIFE
Translation
and Introduction by Sebastian Brock.
A beautiful rendition
from the original Syriac of the teachings of these early fathers (4th to
8th centuries), both anonymous and known. Contains a subject index. 381pp. d$30.00 Paper
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THE
TEACHINGS OF THE HOLY FATHERS:
by Fr. Alexey Young.
An excellent
presentation of the Holy Fathers' teachings
on the subjects of the body, illness and the passions. Approximately
50 pages each. d$3.50 each
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THEMES
FROM THE PHILOKALIA
by Archimandrite
Ioannikios Kotsonis.
Meditations
on and selections from the Philokalia on specific subjects.
(WAP) Number 1: WATCHFULNESS AND PRAYER. 109pp Paper e$13.00 Order
(INT) Number 2: THE NOUS (THE INTELLECT). 109pp Paper e$13.00 Order
(TED) THOUGHTS FOR EACH DAY OF THE YEAR, According
to the Daily Church Readings from the Word of God, by St. Theophan
the Recluse. Translated from the Russian by Lisa Marie Baranov. Short
writings on the daily readings (or Feast) arranged chronologically. Excellent
food for thought on a daily basis, each one being one page or less.
Scriptural and topical index. Paper
307pp. d$18.00 Order
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TREATISE ON
THE SPIRITUAL LIFE
by St. Gregory
Palamas translated by Daniel M. Rogich
Subjects, among
others, include Life and Death of the Soul, Spiritual
Poverty, Marriage, Virginity and Virtuous Life, the
Passion of the Love of Money Spiritual Meaning of the Parable
of the Vineyard. NOTE: This material is also found in
Vol 4 of The Philokalia (different translation) as Letter
to the Nun Xenia. 105 pp. Paper e$13.00
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USEFUL SERVANTHOOD: A Study of Spiritual Formation
in the Writing of Abba Ammonas by Bernadette McNary-Zak.
The first part is a study of life and teachings of Abba Ammonas, successor
to St. Anthony the Great, while the second part is the complete translation
of his writings from the Greek, some of which have not appeared in English
before. 169pp. Paper d$25.00
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(WP) THE
WAY OF A PILGRIM and THE PILGRIM CONTINUES HIS
WAY
translated by
R. M. French
This delightful
work describes the quest of a pious 19th century
Russian peasant who attempts to learn the meaning of St.
Paul's words, "Pray without ceasing." This quest leads him
to the "Jesus Prayer" and the practice of it. The book tells
of his travels and experiences along to the road to unceasing
prayer. 242pp. Paper d$15.00
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(WAC) THE WAY OF THE ASCETICS
by Tito Colliander
An excellent
"pocket book" on living a truly Christian life
in the world today.110pp. Paper
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(WF) THE WAY OF THE FATHERS: Praying
with the Early Christians
Compiled by
Mike Aquilina.
A fine collection
of 1000 comments taken from the Holy Fathers of
the early centuries of the Church's life. 207pp. Paper d$11.00 Order
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WHAT GOD HAS DONE FOR OUR SALVATION
by St. Nikodim[os] of the Holy Mountain. A collection
of 19 short chapters on various spiritual subjects in a small
volume ideal for carrying in purse or pocket.
95pp. Paper d$8.00 Order
(WD) THE WISDOM OF THE DESERT FATHERS
translated by
Benedicta Ward
This is the "Anonymous
Series," part of the Sayings of the Fathers or "Apophthegmata
Patrum", arranged by subject. 65pp. Paper
f$9.00
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WISDOM FROM
MT. ATHOS: The Writings of Staretz Silouan 1866:1938.
An arrangement
of notes which Staretz Silouan penciled on odd
scraps of paper. Contains the majestic prose-poem Adam's
Lament. 127pp. Paper
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A WONDERFUL
REVELATION TO THE WORLD
The conversation
of St. Seraphim of Sarov with Nikolai Motovilov
- NEW EDITION
Revised and
corrected from the Russian, and reprinted in a
larger and easier to read format - on the purpose of Christian
life. An excellent work! 48pp. Paper a$3.50
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THE WORLD OF
THE DESERT FATHERS
translated by
Columba Steward
Companion volume
to THE WISDOM OF THE DESERT FATHERS, also from
the "Anonymous Series" of the SAYINGS OF THE FATHERS,
the stories and sayings are gathered in a general way containing
much spiritual food for thought. 46pp . Paper f$8.00
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