Of The Imitation Of Jesus Christ (1828)

The book ""Of The Imitation Of Jesus Christ"" was written by Thomas A Kempis in 1828. It is a Christian devotional book that focuses on the imitation of Jesus Christ as the ultimate goal of human life. The book is divided into four parts, each addressing a different aspect of Christian life.The first part discusses the importance of renouncing worldly desires and following Christ's example of humility and obedience. The second part focuses on the interior life of the Christian, including prayer, meditation, and the cultivation of virtues such as patience and love.The third part deals with the sacraments of the Church, particularly the Eucharist, and the importance of participating in them regularly. The final part of the book emphasizes the need for perseverance in the Christian life, even in the face of difficulties and temptations.Throughout the book, Kempis encourages readers to follow the example of Christ in all aspects of their lives, and to seek to become more like Him in thought, word, and deed. The book has been widely read and influential in Christian circles for centuries, and continues to be a popular devotional text today.With An Introduction And Notes.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.