Of Praying And Fasting

Of Praying and Fasting is a spiritual guidebook written by Jacob Boehme, a German Christian mystic and theologian from the 17th century. The book is a collection of Boehme's teachings on the importance of prayer and fasting in the Christian life. Boehme believed that prayer and fasting were powerful tools for spiritual growth and enlightenment, and he encouraged his readers to incorporate these practices into their daily lives.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on prayer and the second part on fasting. In the first part, Boehme explores the nature of prayer and its importance in connecting with God. He discusses various types of prayer, including vocal prayer, mental prayer, and contemplative prayer, and provides practical advice on how to cultivate a deeper prayer life.In the second part, Boehme delves into the practice of fasting, which he sees as a way to purify the body and soul. He discusses the benefits of fasting, both physical and spiritual, and offers guidance on how to fast properly.Throughout the book, Boehme emphasizes the importance of humility, faith, and love in the spiritual life. He encourages his readers to seek God with a pure heart and a sincere desire for spiritual growth.Overall, Of Praying and Fasting is a timeless spiritual guidebook that offers practical advice and inspiration for anyone seeking to deepen their relationship with God.THIS 52 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Threefold Life of Man, by Jacob Boehme. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564592243.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.