Living the Beatitudes: Perspectives from Orthodox Spirituality
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The Beatitudes contain many of the most important teachings of Jesus, emphasizing the responsibilities of the follower of Christ both to God and to others. For centuries, the Beatitudes have been used for basic instruction in Christian faith and living. Here, the authors explore the eight Beatitudes as they relate to followers of Christ in their everyday experience. Following the model of the early commentaries, the authors discuss the basics of the Christian faith while offering practical counsel for Christian living.
Contents
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Preface |
p. ix |
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Introduction |
p. 1 |
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Chapter One - Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit |
p. 13 |
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Chapter Two - Blessed Are Those Who Mourn |
p. 59 |
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Chapter Three - Blessed Are the Meek |
p. 103 |
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Chapter Four - Blessed Are Those Who Hunger and Thirst |
p. 141 |
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Chapter Five - Blessed Are the Merciful |
p. 185 |
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Chapter Six - Blessed Are the Pure in Heart |
p. 219 |
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Chapter Seven - Blessed Are the Peacemakers |
p. 259 |
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Chapter Eight - Blessed Are Those Who Are Persecuted |
p. 297 |
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Epilogue - The Presence of the Risen Lord |
p. 333 |
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Notes |
p. 355 |
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Biographical Notes |
p. 359 |
Product Description
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Paperback: |
384 Pages |
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Publisher: |
Holy Cross Orthodox Press |
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ISBN: |
978-1-885652-45-4 |
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Product Dimensions: |
8 x 5 |
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Authors: |
Thomas And Kyriaki FitzGerald |
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Publication Year: |
2008 |
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