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The Imitation of Christ A Timeless Spiritual Classic for Modern Readers Discover the life-changing wisdom of one of history’s most beloved spiritual works—now beautifully translated into modern English for today’s readers. The Imitation of Christ has inspired millions across centuries, offering profound guidance for those seeking inner peace, purpose, and a closer relationship with God. This updated version makes the text accessible without losing the depth and reverence that has captivated hearts and minds for generations. Whether you are new to this masterpiece or revisiting it with...

This audio version of The Imitation of Christ from Catholic Book Publishing is a wonderful new edition of the original, deeply spiritual book by Thomas à Kempis. From this audiobook, listeners will experience the peace and wisdom that has comforted Catholics from around the world. The Imitation of Christ tells us how to better live the life of a Christian by closely following Christ's example. The Imitation of Christ will bless all who want to respond to the call to follow Jesus.

Thomas À Kempis' collection of meditative writings from the Brethren of the Common Life is the most widely read book in the world after the Bible. The reflective devotions have been a heartening friend to great men such as Thomas More, St. Ignatius Loyola, Thomas Merton, Pope John Paul I, and John Wesley. Learning to live like Jesus is the central task that À Kempis explores in this classic devotional. This book provides comfort and counsel to every person who seeks to live a more connected and whole life.

The Imitation of Christ, widely believed to be the second best-selling book of all time, is as relevant today as in 1471 when first published. It continues to be one of the most popular of the Christian classics. A profound devotional, it invites those who read to return to it again and again. New insight comes with every reading. The writing style of this Beatitudes version is clear, conversational, compelling. If you find it hard to understand the archaic language of vintage Imitation, this edition is for you. It moves out of the monastery into a busy, cluttered world with answers to ...

A new, revised translation of Thomas à Kempis' spiritual masterwork, originally written in 15th century Latin. This edition takes the well-loved Benham translation as its starting point and features: New translations to more accurately reflect the meaning of the original text for modern readers Updated grammar and revised language to reflect modern English conventions, while retaining the classic feel of the Benham edition Select annotations to help explain the ideas behind Thomas' writing, including the tensions and apparent contradictions within the text. The Imitation of Christ is one ...

After the Bible, The Imitation of Christ by Thomas Kempis is the favorite book of Catholics throughout the world and has been the spiritual guide of the saints since it first appeared in 1418. And of the English editions, none can equal this inspiring translation of Bishop Richard Challoner. This book speaks to the soul of every true Christian, reminding him of the fleeting nature of earthly joy as opposed to the eternity of happiness with God.

The Imitation of Christ is one of the great spiritual classics of Christianity. Dr. Creasy's new reading of Thomas A Kempis' 1441 Latin Autograph Manuscript has become "the standard translation of this spiritual classic." The printed trade edition has been a best seller and was chosen as a Book of the Month Club selection. It remains an essential spiritual work for contemporary readers. This audio version read by Don Ranson captures the intimacy and depth of this superb translation.

Thomas à Kempis' collection of meditative writings from the Bretheren of the Common Life is the most widely read book in the world after the Bible. The reflective devotions have been a heartening friend to great men such as Thomas More, St. Ignatius Loyola, Thomas Merton, Pope John Paul I, and John Wesley. Learning to live live Jesus is the central task that A. Kempis explores in this classic devotional. This book provides comfort and counsel to every person who seeks to live a more connected and whole life.

First published in 1471, the year of the author’s death, The Imitation of Christ is a highly influential Christian text. A celebration of God’s mercy, holiness, and love, The Imitation is a devotional guide in which Christians are urged to trust fully in God and submit to the circumstances of the life that we are given by God. Although Thomas à Kempis spent 70 years of his life in the confines of a monastery, this work shows a complete comprehension of human nature.

First published anonymously in 1418, Thomas à Kempis's The Imitation of Christ is a classic Christian devotional work that has been read through the ages by such notable figures as Sir Thomas More, John Wesley, and Pope John Paul I. A meditation on spiritual life, it offers instructions for renouncing worldly vanity and discovering eternal truths with the goal of living out the teachings of Jesus by taking inspiration from his life.

A Cornerstone Book In Our Rich Christian Literary Heritage. Thomas à Kempis leads the honest seeker as deeply into the inward life with Christ as it is possible for a human being to go, allowing the reader to draw away from the noise and clamor of the everyday world to personally experience Jesus’ promise: “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you” (John 14:27). It took Thomas à Kempis seven years to write this book by hand over five centuries ago. Since then, The Imitation of Christ has been translated into more languages than any other book except the Bible, and is ...

The most important work of the devotio moderna movement, Thomas à Kempis’s classic, The Imitation of Christ, is saturated with Scripture and classical philosophy and reveals a deep understanding of human nature. Matthew Arnold called it “the most exquisite document, after those of the New Testament, of all that the Christian spirit has ever inspired.”

Complete and unabridged 15th century text by Thomas à Kempis and translated by William Benham in 1886. This book is a classic for comfort and understanding of living the spiritual life of Christ in a physical world. Find the path to following Christ in this treasured and timeless devotional book. Encouraging the renunciation of worldly vanities and vices, Thomas á Kempis shows us how to lead a disciplined and simple spiritual life modeled on the teachings of Jesus.

"The Imitation of Christ" (Latin: De Imitatione Christi) by Thomas à Kempis is a Christian devotional book. It was first composed in Latin ca. 1418-1427. It is a handbook for spiritual life arising from the Devotio Moderna movement, of which Kempis was a member. The Imitation is perhaps the most widely read Christian devotional work next to the Bible, and is regarded as a devotional and religious classic. Its popularity was immediate, and it was printed 745 times before 1650. Apart from the Bible, no book has been translated into more languages than the Imitation of Christ at the time.

This widely read classic is one of the most influential Christian works and has served as a spiritual guide to many since its first publication in 1418. It describes the internal path to Christ-likeness and emphasizes the importance of personal dedication and commitment to God’s will and example. This devotional handbook also stresses prayer and communion as necessary aspects of growing closer to and more like Christ.

The Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis is a Christian devotional book. It was first composed in Latin ca.1418-1427. It is a handbook for spiritual life arising from the Devotio Moderna movement, where Kempis was a member. The Imitation is perhaps the most widely read devotional work next to the Bible, and is regarded as a devotional and religious classic.

In the 15th century, the Augustinian monk, Thomas Kempis authored one of the most profound Christian works to date. The Imitation of Christ focuses on living the life that Jesus and his followers promoted through ministry, emphasizing the need for isolation and prayer, as well as renouncing worldly vanities and searching for eternal truths as a method of getting closer to Christ and God.

« Depuis longtemps je me nourrissais de « la pure farine » contenue dans l' Imitation … j'en savais par cœur presque tous les chapitres, ce petit livre ne me quittait jamais, en été, je le portais dans ma poche, en hiver dans mon manchon » (Sainte Thérèse de Lisieux, manuscrits autobiographiques). L'étonnante fortune de cet ouvrage tient du prodige car aucun autre, sans en excepter les livres bibliques, n'a eu, en France, le quart des traductions qu'on y a faites de l' Imitation .

En este libro encontrarás a un hombre sabio y santo ofreciendo sus consejos sobre cómo seguir a Cristo, y tengo la esperanza de que te ayude a silenciar todo el ruido del mundo moderno para concentrarte en Él, para que luego puedas tomar Su ejemplo de regreso al mundo, y deje que Su luz brille a través de su vida hacia su familia, sus amigos, su país y el mundo entero.

In the pursuit of Christian maturity and guidance, few works have stood the test of time with as much reverence and wisdom as The Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis. Written in the 15th century, its profound insights continue to resonate with seekers of truth across generations. This timeless masterpiece simply and clearly points us towards Jesus Christ as the authour of faith and the exemplar of Christian living.