Dragon's wine and angel's bread
Book Description
In the harsh desert landscape of fourth-century Egypt, a Christian monk named Evagrius Ponticus developed profound insights into one of humanity's most destructive emotions: anger. After spending sixteen years among the ascetic communities at Kellia, learning from revered spiritual masters known as the Macarii, Evagrius emerged as a keen observer of the human heart's turbulent movements.
This exploration of Evagrius' teachings reveals how an ancient desert father understood the complex nature of anger—its origins, its devastating effects, and most importantly, its remedies. Drawing from the extensive writings of this early Christian philosopher, the work examines how unchecked rage can distort our spiritual vision and damage our relationships with others and the divine.
Rather than offering simple platitudes, Evagrius provides a sophisticated analysis of anger's psychological and spiritual dimensions. His desert-tested wisdom speaks directly to contemporary readers struggling with their own emotional volatility in an increasingly stressful world. The monk's practical approach to diagnosing the sources of misplaced fury offers concrete pathways toward inner peace.
For those seeking to understand their emotional responses through a spiritual lens, this study presents timeless wisdom from Christianity's contemplative tradition. Evagrius' insights bridge the gap between ancient monastic practice and modern self-awareness, providing tools for anyone committed to emotional and spiritual maturity.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~4 hours)
📄 Length: 152 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Theology, doctrinal, history, early church, ca. 30-600
- ✓ Explore Theology, doctrinal--history
- ✓ Learn healthy anger management
- ✓ Explore Anger
- ✓ Explore 241/.3
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Early works to 1800
- ✓ Explore Christianity
