Items marked by the tag "monasticism":

St Isaac's monastic anthropology has a major influence on all of Byzantine spiritual literature. The way toward God, in his writing, was threefold: the way of the body, the way of the soul, and the way of the spirit.

Josie the Cat has a special relationship with a monastery. She is the Abbot's cat. Visit with Josie as she gives 3 young children a special visit in a monastery. Josie tells the reader of the family's visit to the Abbot's cell, watching monk's garden and sew, and taking part in an all-night vigil. Of course, Josie doesn't pray all night...she is busy chasing mice. This delightful book ends with a Feast Day in the Church, when monks, nuns and pilgrims all gather in joy to celebrate.

A monk prays deep in the forest. It looks like he is doing just simple, ordinary tasks, such as chopping wood and and tending to his garden. But as he works he is really growing prayer. The monk prays continually throughout the day and night, and, as the seasons pass, he becomes a holy man.This delightful, beautifully illustrated book teaches children that no matter what they are doing, or what hour of the day it is, they too, can pray.

Way of the Ascetics is a rich, compact introduction for modern readers to the Eastern Christian spiritual tradition that has been an inspiration to millions for centuries. These compassionate and insightful reflections on self-control and inner peace are meant to lead the readers to fuller union with God.