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The Desert Fathers: Sayings of the Early Christian Monks

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First recorded in the fourth century, the Sayings of the first Christian monks--spiritual advice, anecdotes, parables, and reflections on life--influenced the rule of St. Benedict, set the pattern for Western monasticism, and have inspired centuries of poetry, opera, and art.

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The Desert Fathers: Sayings of the Early Christian Monks 2003, Penguin Group, London, England

ISBN-13: 9780140447316

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