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This classic of Christian devotional literature has brought understanding and comfort to millions for centuries. Both Protestants and Catholics -- as well as mystics and historians of religious thought -- have studied these meditations on the life and teachings of Jesus, finding... Read Full Overview

Find the path to following Christ in one of the most treasured devotional books of all time. Encouraging the renunciation of worldly vanities and vices, Thomas Kempis shows us how to lead a disciplined and simple spiritual life modeled on the teachings of Jesus. This beautifully... Read Full Overview

This classic of Christian devotional literature has brought understanding and comfort to millions for centuries. Both Protestants and Catholics -- as well as mystics and historians of religious thought -- have studied these meditations on the life and teachings of Jesus, finding... Read Full Overview

The Imitation of Christ 978-0-89942-320-3

Written by the pious monk Thomas Kempis, this timeless masterpiece offers wisdom and hope by providing precepts we can use to draw nearer to God and learn how best to grow in holiness through obedience and love. In the realm of Christian devotional literature, this religious... Read Full Overview

Imitaci?n de Cristo, un libro profundamente espiritual de Thomas ? Kempis, es, entre los cat?licos, segundo en popularidad s?lo a la Biblia. Desde el principio hasta el fin, los lectores experimentar?n la paz y la sabidur?a que han consolado a los creyentes de todos... Read Full Overview

This illustrated anthology features 40 extracts from the 15th-century cleric Thomas a Kempis's four-part spiritual treatise, an inspiration to all those who enjoy Christian writing.

A new, revised translation of Thomas à Kempis' spiritual masterwork, originally written in 15th century Latin. This edition takes the well-loved Benham translation as its starting point and features: New translations to more accurately reflect the meaning of the original text... Read Full Overview

After the Bible, The Imitation of Christ is the all-time favorite book of Catholics throughout the world. And of the English editions, none can equal this inspiring translation by Bishop Richard Challoner. This book speaks to the soul of every true Christian, reminding us of... Read Full Overview

One of the best-loved books of Christianity after the Bible, now in a new translation

A passionate celebration of God and his love, mercy, and holiness, The Imitation of Christ has inspired conversion and stimulated religious devotion for more than five... Read Full Overview

The Imitation of Christ 978-1-941243-16-9

The Imitation of Christ (Latin: De Imitatione Christi) by Thomas ? Kempis is a Christian devotional book. It was first composed in Latin ca. 1418-1427. It is a handbook for spiritual life arising from the Devotio Moderna movement, of which Kempis was a member. The Imitation is... Read Full Overview

Published in over 6,000 editions before the year 1900, The Imitation of Christ has been more widely read than any other book in human history except the Bible itself. It has been called "the most influential work in Christian literature," "a landmark in the history... Read Full Overview

One of the best-loved books of Christianity after the Bible, now in a new translation A passionate celebration of God and his love, mercy, and holiness, The Imitation of Christ has inspired conversion and stimulated religious devotion for more than five hundred years. With great... Read Full Overview

Tom s de Kempis (1380 -1471) fue un fraile cat lico renacentista del siglo XV, autor de la Imitaci n de Cristo, una de las obras de devoci n cristiana m s conocida desde entonces, redactada para la vida espiritual de los monjes y frailes, que ha tenido una amplia difusi n entre... Read Full Overview

Adapted by Sister Halcon J. Fisk, this Abridged Edition of the Imitation of Christ from Catholic Book Publishing is designed specifically for contemporary readers. Second only to the Bible in popularity, the Imitation of Christ is Thomas à Kempis\'s masterwork on Jesus, and this... Read Full Overview

One of the best-loved spiritual classics of all time is now more accessible than ever. While many contemporary readers seek the richness of classical spirituality, some find the language and thought patterns of The Imitation of Christ distant and difficult to understand... Read Full Overview