Thorns in the Flesh: Illness and Sanctity in Late Ancient Christianity
بواسطة
Andrew Crislip
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Health & Wellness
تنسيق
غلاف صلب
صفحات
248
لغة
الإنجليزية
منشور
Oct 11, 2012
الناشر
University of Pennsylvania Press
رقم ISBN-10
0812244451
رقم ISBN-13
9780812244458
الوصف
In exploring the intricate relationship between illness and sanctity within late ancient Christianity, Andrew Crislip delves into the lived experiences of saints as they navigated the fragility of human existence. The narratives highlight how physical ailments often served as transformative pathways to spiritual depth, shaping the faith and practices of early Christians.
Crislip brings to light the complexities of suffering and healing, revealing how these themes are woven into the fabric of Christian identity during this pivotal era. The stories of saints exemplify resilience and offer profound insights into the meaning of holiness, prompting readers to reconsider the interplay between weakness and sanctity in the pursuit of spiritual truth.
Crislip brings to light the complexities of suffering and healing, revealing how these themes are woven into the fabric of Christian identity during this pivotal era. The stories of saints exemplify resilience and offer profound insights into the meaning of holiness, prompting readers to reconsider the interplay between weakness and sanctity in the pursuit of spiritual truth.