St Basil the Great
A Study in Monasticism

Originally published in 1913, this book presents a detailed study of St Basil the Great and his monasticism.

W. K. Lowther Clarke (Author)

9781107615694, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 20 June 2013

190 pages
21.6 x 14 x 1.1 cm, 0.25 kg

Originally published in 1913, this book presents a detailed study of St Basil the Great and his monasticism. The main focus of the text is on Basil's ascetic writings, but information is provided on the surrounding historical context and the framework of early monasticism. Preceding the publication of this volume, there had been no detailed account of the ascetic writings and their significance for the development of early Christianity. The appendix section includes a table of dates and bibliography. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in St Basil, monasticism and asceticism.

Preface
1. Asceticism in the early church
2. The childhood and youth of St Basil
3. Egyptian monasticism
4. St Basil as monk and bishop
5. St Basil's ascetic writings
6. St Basil's ascetic writings (continued)
7. St Basil's ascetic ideals
8. Subsequent influence in the East
9. Subsequent influence in the West
10. Epilogue
Appendix A. Eustathius of Sebaste
Appendix B. Rufinus' edition of Basil's rules
Appendix C. A table of dates
Appendix D. Bibliography
General index
Index of modern authors
Index of passages of ancient authors.

Subject Areas: Church history [HRCC2]