The Spirit And Mission Of The Cistercian Order

The Spirit and Mission of the Cistercian Order is a book written by Henry Collins and published in 1866. The book is a compilation of two biographies of important figures in the Cistercian Order - the Life of S. Robert of Newminster and the Life of S. Robert of Knaresborough. The Cistercian Order was a monastic order founded in the 11th century, and the book explores the history, beliefs, and practices of this important religious community.The first part of the book, the Life of S. Robert of Newminster, tells the story of the founding of the Cistercian Order and the life of its founder, Robert of Newminster. Robert was a monk who lived in the 12th century and was instrumental in the establishment of the Cistercian Order. The book explores his life, his spiritual journey, and his contributions to the development of the Cistercian Order.The second part of the book, the Life of S. Robert of Knaresborough, focuses on another important figure in the Cistercian Order. Robert of Knaresborough was a hermit who lived in the 12th century and was known for his holiness and devotion to God. The book explores his life, his spiritual practices, and his influence on the Cistercian Order.Overall, The Spirit and Mission of the Cistercian Order provides a comprehensive overview of the history and beliefs of the Cistercian Order, as well as insights into the lives of two important figures in the order's history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, monasticism, or the Cistercian Order specifically.With An Account Of The Foundation Of Fountains Abbey.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.