{"product_id":"john-cassian-desert-spirituality-for-western-monasticism-by-john-lewis","title":"John Cassian: Desert Spirituality for Western Monasticism by John Lewis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eAre you searching for authentic Christian spiritual practices that have stood the test of time?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Do you want to understand the ancient wisdom that shaped Western monasticism and influenced spiritual masters for over 1,500 years? Most Christians never discover the profound teachings that bridge Eastern desert spirituality and Western contemplative practice - until now.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You'll Discover in This Book:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eJohn Cassian: Desert Spirituality for Western Monasticism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e takes you on an extraordinary journey from the deserts of Egypt to the monasteries of medieval Europe, revealing the life and teachings of one of Christianity's most influential - yet overlooked - spiritual guides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside, you'll discover:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eLearn how to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e practice continual prayer using the ancient technique that inspired both Eastern Orthodox and Western Catholic contemplative traditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eMaster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the art of spiritual discernment and recognize the subtle movements of temptation before they take root in your heart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eDiscover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the eight principal vices and their practical remedies - wisdom that became the foundation for understanding the seven deadly sins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eUnderstand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the balance between divine grace and human effort in spiritual transformation, avoiding both legalism and passivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eBuild\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e authentic contemplative prayer practices that move beyond words into silent communion with God\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eExplore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e how Cassian's 15 years with the Egyptian Desert Fathers produced spiritual psychology of extraordinary depth - insights that secular psychology would rediscover centuries later\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eCreate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a sustainable spiritual life based on discretion, moderation, and purity of heart rather than unsustainable extremes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach chapter illuminates Cassian's dramatic journey - from his early formation in Scythia, through his transformative years in Egypt's deserts, his defense of John Chrysostom in Constantinople, his diplomatic mission to Rome, and finally his establishment of influential monasteries in Marseilles.\u003cbr\u003eJohn Lewis brings decades of expertise in early Christian history and monastic spirituality to this meticulously researched biography. His comprehensive examination draws from all available primary sources - Cassian's own extensive writings, contemporary letters, ecclesiastical histories, and modern archaeological discoveries. Lewis's accessible narrative style makes complex theological concepts understandable while maintaining scholarly rigor that satisfies both general readers and academic specialists.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Lewis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51047790805212,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/9949\/6668\/files\/John_Cassian_Desert_Spirituality_for_Western_Monasticism_by_John_Lewis.jpg?v=1780531201","url":"https:\/\/www.evermorebooks.co.nz\/products\/john-cassian-desert-spirituality-for-western-monasticism-by-john-lewis","provider":"Evermore Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}