Journeying Into God

Journeying Into God

By Tim Vivian

Book Description

Step into the remarkable world of early Christian monasticism through the captivating stories of seven extraordinary spiritual seekers who dedicated their lives to following Christ's example. Tim Vivian presents the compelling journeys of both male and female monks who lived between the fourth and seventh centuries, offering modern readers a window into the profound devotion that shaped early Christianity.

Through carefully translated biographical documents from Greek and Coptic sources, you'll encounter Saint Antony, Abba Pambo, Syncletica of Palestine, Saint George of Choziba, Abba Aaron, Saint Theognius, and Saint Onnophrius. Each figure emerges as a fully realized individual whose quest for spiritual authenticity speaks across the centuries to contemporary seekers.

Vivian provides essential historical and theological context for each saint's story, making these ancient lives accessible to today's readers. The book explores fascinating aspects of monastic culture, including the role of women in early monasticism, the daily structure of monastery life, and the significance of miracles and relics in spiritual practice.

More than mere historical biography, this work illuminates the timeless human desire to live with complete spiritual integrity. These seven monks offer inspiration for anyone seeking to deepen their faith journey and understand how ordinary people can pursue extraordinary spiritual transformation. Their stories reveal both the challenges and rewards of choosing a path of radical devotion.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~6 hours)

📄 Length: 220 pages

What You'll Discover

  • ✓ Explore Sources
  • ✓ Explore Early church, ca. 30-600
  • ✓ Explore Biography
  • ✓ Explore Religious biography
  • ✓ Explore History
  • ✓ Explore Christian saints
  • ✓ Explore Nuns
  • ✓ Explore Monks

Topics Covered

Sources Early church, ca. 30-600 Biography Religious biography History Christian saints Nuns Monks Monastic and religious life Monasticism and religious orders

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