Disciples of the desert : monks, laity, and spiritual authority in sixth-century Gaza /

Disciples of the desert : monks, laity, and spiritual authority in sixth-century Gaza /

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Main Author: Hevelone-Harper, Jennifer Lee, 1970- (Author)

Format: Book

Language: English

Published: Baltimore : Johns Hopkins University Press, 2005.

Subjects:

Barsanuphius, > Saint, > active 6th century. > Biblos psychōphelestatē periechousa apokriseis.
John, > the Prophet, Saint.
Asceticism > Orthodox Eastern Church > History > Early church, ca. 30-600.
Gaza > Church history.

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Call Number: BX382 .B3734 2005

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Table of Contents:
  • Chapter 1. Gaza: Crossroads in the Desert Chapter 2. Tawatha: Looking for God in the Desert Chapter 3. Dorotheos: From Novice to Spiritual Director Chapter 4. Lay Disciples: Social Obligations and Spiritual Concerns Chapter 5. Bishops and Civil Authorities: Rulers of Church and Empire Chapter 6. Aelianos: Leader for the Next Generation.