The Imitation of Christ (Hodder Classics)
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Let it be our chief occupation to think upon the life of Jesus Christ.THE IMITATION OF CHRIST is one of the great classics on spiritual devotion. It has been influential since it was first written over five centuries ago, with people such as John Wesley and John Newton profoundly touched by it at their conversions. Written by a German monk, it is essentially a manual on the pursuit of holiness and deep communion with God, with its key theme that the study of Jesus is the Christian s highest ideal. This new edition includes an introduction by the translator and a new foreword by J. John.
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- ISBN: 9780340980163
- Author: Thomas A Kempis
- Pub date: 01.10.09
- RRP: $31.99
- Format: Paperback / softback
Author
Thomas A Kempis
Thomas a Kempis (c.1380 1471) was a German religious writer who entered the Augustinian convent of Agnietenberg in 1400, and lived there for seventy years until his death. THE IMITATION OF CHRIST is his best-known work. J. John is an inspirational speaker and writer. He has spoken to thousands of people around the world and written numerous books, most recently THE HAPPINESS SECRET.