Life Of St. Columban (1895)

The book ""Life of St. Columban"" is a biographical account of the life and teachings of St. Columban, a 6th-century Irish monk and missionary. Written by Dana Carleton Munro and originally published in 1895, the book provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the saint's life, from his early years in Ireland to his missionary work in Europe.The book begins by exploring Columban's upbringing in Ireland and his decision to become a monk. It then delves into his travels across Europe, where he established monasteries and spread the Christian faith. Throughout his journey, Columban faced numerous challenges and obstacles, including opposition from local rulers and conflicts with other religious leaders.The book also examines the teachings and philosophy of St. Columban, including his emphasis on asceticism, his views on the role of the Church in society, and his commitment to spreading the gospel to all people. Munro draws on a variety of primary sources, including letters and writings attributed to Columban himself, to provide a nuanced and detailed portrait of the saint and his legacy.Overall, ""Life of St. Columban"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of Ireland's most revered saints, as well as a broader understanding of the early Christian Church in Europe.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.