Stoics And Saints: Lectures On The Later Heathen Moralists And On Some Aspects Of The Life Of The Mediaeval Church

by James Baldwin Brown

Book Overview

""Stoics and Saints"" is a collection of lectures by James Baldwin Brown that explores the moral teachings and practices of both ancient pagan philosophers and medieval Christian saints. The book is divided into two parts, with the first section focusing on the Stoics, Epicureans, and other ancient Greek and Roman thinkers who sought to live virtuous lives through reason and self-discipline. Brown examines their ethical theories and compares them with Christian morality, highlighting both similarities and differences.The second part of the book delves into the lives and teachings of various saints and mystics from the medieval period, including St. Francis of Assisi, St. Catherine of Siena, and Julian of Norwich. Brown explores the ways in which these individuals sought to embody Christian virtues such as humility, compassion, and devotion to God, and how their examples can inspire modern readers to live more meaningful lives.Throughout the book, Brown draws on his extensive knowledge of both ancient philosophy and Christian theology to provide insightful analysis and commentary. His writing is clear and engaging, making complex ideas accessible to a wide audience. ""Stoics and Saints"" is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of moral philosophy and the ways in which different cultures have sought to cultivate virtue and wisdom.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: 1162919760
• ISBN13: 9781162919768
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"