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The Shepherd of Hermas: An Early Christian Allegory

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The Shepherd of Hermas, an early Christian (and somewhat strange) allegory was written sometime in the second century AD. It enjoyed a great vogue in orthodox circles and was even included in some copies of the New Testament — it is found in the Sinaitic Codex, for example. According to A. D. Howell-Smith, the theology of … Continue reading The Shepherd of Hermas: An Early Christian Allegory

St. Clement of Alexandria: Stromata

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Here is a book of far-ranging subjects by St. Clement of Alexandria, one of our most enduring Fathers of the Church: The contents of the Stromata, as its title suggests, are miscellaneous. Its place in the trilogy is disputed – Clement initially intended to write the Didasculus, a work that would complement the practical guidance of the Paedagogus with … Continue reading St. Clement of Alexandria: Stromata

The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius

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Is it time to take your spiritual pulse, re-orient yourself to your Creator, and seek His guidance to live your faith more seriously? The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola outline the rigorous self-examination and spiritual meditations St. Ignatius set forth. Readers will learn how to make a new beginning on the path to holiness, … Continue reading The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius

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