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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

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

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

Discover The Imitation of Christ in a clear, contemporary translation designed for today's reader. This timeless Christian classic by Thomas Kempis has guided millions in humility, prayer, and discipleship for centuries.

One of the most... Read Full Overview

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

This beautiful deluxe edition of what is considered the most widely read Christian devotional work besides the Bible makes a perfect gift for loved ones, friends, pastors, and others, and is a wonderful way to deepen your own devotional life.

The spiritual classic by ? Kempis, the second most widely read spiritual book after the Bible, has had an astonishing impact on the spiritual lives of countless saints, peasants, and popes for centuries. Even today, the soul-searching words of the fifteenth-century cleric... Read Full Overview

The most readable version of The Imitation of Christ available! With this fresh yet faithful translation, it's easier than ever to join the millions of readers throughout the centuries who have fallen in love with The Imitation of Christ. This classic guide to living a spiritual... 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

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.

Next to the Bible itself, The Imitation of Christ is the most-published--and most deeply cherished--book in any language. For nearly 600 years, these thoughtful meditations on Jesus' life and teachings offer practical guidance on the central task of the Christian life: learning... 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

The most important work of the devotio moderna movement, Thomas Kempis's classic, The Imitation of Christ, is saturated with Scripture and classical philosophy and reveals a deep understanding of human nature. Matthew Arnold called it "the most exquisite document,... Read Full Overview

IMITACIÓN DE CRISTO: En Imitación de Cristo , Tomás de Kempis ofrece una epopeya intelectual sobre los albores del alma y el pensamiento cristiano. Su prosa, tan densa como magistral, entrelaza historiografía y teología al mismo tiempo, revelando una visión renovada y desmitificadora... Read Full Overview

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

Imitaci n de Cristo de Tom s de Kempis es uno de los textos espirituales m s influyentes y le dos de todos los tiempos. Escrito en el siglo XV, esta obra atemporal invita al lector a profundizar en la humildad, el desapego de lo mundano y la uni n ntima con Dios.

Con... 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.

As part of the TAN Classics Deluxe Set, this beautiful... Read Full Overview

Imitaci n de Cristo

La Imitaci n de Cristo, un libro profundamente espiritual de Tom s de Kempis, es el segundo en popularidad entre los cat licos, solo despu s de la Biblia. A lo largo de sus p ginas, los lectores encontrar n la paz y la sabidur a que... 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