The Ideal Of The Monk And Hermit

""The Ideal of the Monk and Hermit"" by William Holden Hutton is a comprehensive exploration of the history, philosophy, and practices of monasticism and eremitism. Hutton delves into the origins of these religious lifestyles and how they have evolved over time, from the early Christian ascetics to the monastic orders of the Middle Ages to the modern-day hermits and solitary practitioners. He examines the various motivations for entering into a monastic or eremitic life, including spiritual seeking, social withdrawal, and political resistance. Hutton also discusses the rituals, disciplines, and beliefs that are central to these lifestyles, such as prayer, meditation, fasting, and celibacy. Throughout the book, he draws on a wide range of historical and literary sources to provide a rich and nuanced understanding of these often-misunderstood religious practices. ""The Ideal of the Monk and Hermit"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, spirituality, and contemplative practices.THIS 52 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: English Saints, by William Holden Hutton. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766151123.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.