John of Repescissa's Vade Mecum in Tribulacione
Book Description
This scholarly work presents the first complete critical edition and English translation of a remarkable 14th-century spiritual survival guide. Written in December 1356, John of Rupescissa's manual was crafted for Christians facing what the author believed would be thirteen years of unprecedented tribulation before Christ's millennial reign began in 1370.
The original text serves as both practical handbook and spiritual compass, offering guidance to help faithful believers navigate through prophesied catastrophic times. Rupescissa designed his manual to address the urgent needs of righteous Christians who would need both earthly wisdom and divine insight to endure the coming trials.
Matthias Kaup's comprehensive study goes beyond mere translation, providing essential context that illuminates how this work fits within the broader tradition of medieval prophetic literature. The edition includes detailed annotations that help modern readers understand the theological and historical significance of Rupescissa's teachings.
This volume examines how the manual was received and interpreted across different periods, tracing its influence through various manuscript versions. Kaup's analysis reveals the relationships between different textual traditions, offering scholars and spiritual seekers alike a window into medieval Christian thought about end times and spiritual preparation.
For readers interested in eschatological traditions, medieval spirituality, or the historical development of Christian prophetic literature, this edition provides unprecedented access to a significant but previously inaccessible text that shaped medieval understanding of spiritual endurance during times of crisis.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~10 hours)
📄 Length: 362 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore End of the world
- ✓ Explore Eschatology
- ✓ Explore Christian Theology
- ✓ Explore Fin du monde
- ✓ Explore History of doctrines
- ✓ Explore Littérature apocalyptique
- ✓ Explore Histoire des doctrines
- ✓ Explore Early works to 1800
