Bernard Of Clairvaux As A Preacher

By Richard S. Storrs

Book Overview

Bernard of Clairvaux was a prominent figure in the medieval Christian church, known for his leadership in the Cistercian monastic order and his powerful preaching. In this book, author Richard S. Storrs explores Bernard's preaching style and the impact it had on his contemporaries and followers. Drawing on Bernard's own writings and the accounts of those who heard him preach, Storrs provides a detailed analysis of Bernard's rhetorical techniques, his use of biblical themes and imagery, and his ability to connect with his audience on a personal and emotional level. The book also examines the historical context in which Bernard lived and preached, including the religious and political controversies of the time. Overall, Bernard of Clairvaux as a Preacher offers a fascinating insight into the life and work of one of the most influential Christian thinkers of the Middle Ages.THIS 78 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Bernard of Clairvaux: The Times, the Man and His Work, by Richard S. Storrs. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766173046.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425463088
• ISBN13: 9781425463083
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"