About this title: Gathers Orthodox Christian texts written between the fourth and eighth centuries about spiritual problems that can face every Christian.
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Your search:Books»The Philokalia, Volume 1: The Complete Text; Compiled by St. Nikodimos of the Holy Mountain & St. Markarios of Corinth(17 available copies)
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Date Published: 1984-04-01
ISBN-13:9780571130139ISBN:0571130135
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Description: Fine. No dust jacket as issued. Nice clean book. Text in English, Greek, Modern (1453-). Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 384 p. Philokalia Vol. I, 1. Audience: General/trade. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Date Published: 1983-01-01
ISBN-13:9780571130139ISBN:0571130135
Description: Some underlines/marks, otherwise in Paperback jacket. Paperback in good condition. Some underlines/marks, otherwise good and clean. Buy it now! Satisfaction Guaranteed, read more
Description: New. The Philokalia is a collection of texts written between the fourth and fifteenth centuries by spiritual master of the Orthodox Christian tradition. First published in Greek in 1782, translated into Salvonic and later into Russian, The Philokalia has... read more
Edition: Reprint
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Faber & Faber, London
Date Published: 1983
ISBN-13:9780571130139ISBN:0571130135
Description: New. The Philokalia is a collection of texts on prayer and the spiritual life, written between the fourth and fifteenth centuries by spiritual masters of the Orthodox Christian tradition. First published in Greek in 1782, translated into Slavonic and later into Russian, The Philokalia has had a decisive influence upon the Orthodox Church during the last two centuries, and it continues to be read more and more widely. The Philokalia is devoted to themes of universal significance: how we may ... read more
"Most Orthodox Priests and Monks warn not to read the Philokalia as lay people, or at least not without preparation and understanding. If one does not have a basic understanding of Orthodox mysticism, one is certainly likely to misunderstand the text. That being said, I found the text no more difficult to understand than other sacred texts with the proper context. In a way, I feel I've been preparing to read these for ten years. Here are a few hints that have helped me read the Philokalia:
1. Understand that these texts were written for monks not for lay people. I strongly recommend that one reads some of the contemporary texts on the Jesus Prayer before tackling the Philokalia.
2. Use of the glossary in the back is an absolute must. For example, the word "intellect" does not mean the same as it does in our contemporary, modern context.
3. Go slowly and understand that these texts are mostly meditative. In other words, monks, even today, read through these slowly for contemplation. Statements always have a particular context, so if two texts seem contradictory look for a particular context that might increase one's understanding. For the most part, these are not meant to be universal rules or dogma.
That being said, I think there are many valuable things a lay person can learn in these texts. In this volume, one will learn more scientifically the nature of the mind and temptation; this is what stood out to me the most. Imagine going to the desert and being alone for months on end. You will be face to face with your mind and your deepest and darkest fears and temptations. You are likely to observe many things about the mind. This seems to be one of the primary areas of knowledge that we can learn from those who have lived ascetic lives. Living in the world, even with some elements of a contemplative life, we are not likely to learn these things so clearly and so these monks can give us a boost in our quest for holiness."
"Collection of sayings of early monastic fathers primarily in the Greek tradition. This volume has one of the best selections illustrating the concept of "spiritual exegesis" often used in the early church (up to 4th Century CE).
At the very least, an interesting collection for those interested in spirituality. Start with Merton's Sayings of the Desert Fathers, though."
"I heard about this book from within the pages of "The Way of a Pilgrim". The Pilgrim referred to it many times and had a strong desire to read it often. When I found out we owned the first volume I was all over it!
I can't even express the amount of wisdom that is contained within this book. It's one that will be read over and over again throughout my life."
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