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Bernard of Clairvaux: Selected Works (The Classics of Western Spirituality)

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Anyone, I mean anyone searching for a greater understanding on such things as Loving God, Humility and Pride,or conversion of Heart, or many other Topic, should Consider this book as a treasury of Wisdon. St. Bernard takes complicated ideas and concepts and makes them clear for those of us without the Saintly Mind. I would certantly say that his writings are some of the best in All of Christian history. This translation is consice and leaves nothing of importance out, I commend the translator on this edition. My hopes are that many will find this book a great help in your own Spiritual Journey.

While Bernard is often known for his association with early church politics this book presents a clear description of his theology and spirituality. The choosen excerpts from his own writings are translated in a easy to read, enjoyable format.

An excellent book for anyone seeking to use the Early Church Fathers as mentors in learnig to know God better. The book includes writings of St. Bernard that focus on a deeper intimate relationship with God. G.R. Evans provides a brief introduction of the writings as well as a short biography on St. Bernard. Well edited and easy to understand.

This book was very helpful. Bernard of Clairvaux was a man of great charcter and focus. This small selection of his works is a great example of his close and intimate walk with God.

This book featured a wonderful, informative, and highly useful biography of Bernard of Clairvaux, one of the best I've come across. The biography listed many, if not all, of Bernard's most important writings. The rest of the book, however, did not contain any of them. Still, the biography alone was worth the effort of reading the book.

A good introduction to the life and work of Bernard. While presenting him i a very favourable way the introduction tries to establish balance.