The Philokalia, Volume 4: The Complete Text; Compiled by St. Nikodimos of the Holy Mountain & St. Markarios of Corinth (Paperback)

by G.E.H. Palmer (Translator), Philip Sherrard (Translator), Kallistos Ware (Translator) "Among the Greek Fathers there are few if any who are better known to us than St Symeon the New Theologian (949-1022)..." (more)
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"A collection of texts written in Greek between the fourth and fifteenth centuries by spiritual masters of the Orthodox tradition. Compiled in the 18th century . . . it has had a profound influence on the spiritual life of the Eastern churches" --Theology Digest
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"A collection of texts written in Greek between the fourth and fifteenth centuries by spiritual masters of the Orthodox tradition. Compiled in the 18th century . . . it has had a profound influence on the spiritual life of the Eastern churches" --Theology Digest

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Product Details

• Paperback: 340 pages
• Publisher: Faber & Faber (January 31, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 057119382X
• ISBN-13: 978-0571193820
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 5 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (35 customer reviews)
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41 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars the essence of Christian spirituality from those who experie, September 18, 1999

By	Rev. Ken Walker ([e-mail]) (Glenavon, Saskatchewan, Canada) - See all my reviews

The four volumes of the Philokalia represent the Essence of Christian spirituality from those who expereinced it firsthand. As the Church became embraced by the Empire in the 4th century, monastics, following the example of St Anthony, withdrew to the deserts of Egypt and Palestine. The Philokalia is the uncompromising witness to the experience of the desert - and the heart that finds God in the silence of prayer and repentance. The four volumes now in print should be read by every Christian - Orthodox, Roman Catholic and Protestant - if they are truly interested in their salvation and eternal life! And the path they prescribe is one that can be lived today - though not without struggle - even as we enter the 21st century.

47 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Full of Spiritual Treasures., July 29, 2001

By	A. Doug Floyd "pilgrim" (Louisville, TN United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I can't read too much at one time because the Philokalia is not simply an intellectual exercise. It requires prayer and reflection and time. If you're tired of the current trendy "spirituality" turn to this ancient source of Christian insight.

42 of 46 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Heart of Orthodox Spirituality, December 29, 1999

By	Matthew C. Steenberg (Oxford England) - See all my reviews

Little can be said in review of a work which comprises the very essence and heart of Orthodox spirituality. Contained in these four volumes are the writings of two millennia; the wisdom of the faithful throughout the ages on the spiritual journey that is the life of man. And the message is practical: it is not a spirituality restricted to any time or place, but one that is evident and applicable today and tomorrow in the life of every Christian. All who with a whole heart desire a true depth of spiritual well being are doing themselves a great hurt by not reading this book.