This collection offers sermons tailored for various occasions in the Christian calendar, providing comfort and strength for individuals on their spiritual journey. It serves as a valuable resource for preachers seeking inspiration, with messages designed to uplift and encourage both congregations and solitary believers alike.
Focusing on the last work of St. Bonaventure, this study explores his lectures on the Hexaëmeron, delivered in Paris in 1273. Aimed at Franciscan and university students, these teachings were recorded by two independent witnesses, with a definitive version later published under Bonaventure's approval. The book delves into the themes of truth and reality as articulated by Bonaventure, offering insights into his theological perspectives and the context of his teachings just before his death in 1274.
The book presents a collection of sermons that utilize the structure of the Eucharist to explore the essence of Christian life, thought, and prayer. Each sermon delves into the spiritual significance of the Eucharist, offering insights and reflections that aim to deepen the reader's understanding of faith and worship. Through this framework, the sermons encourage a richer engagement with Christian practices and beliefs.
The first major biography of the 10th century churchman who was Archbishop of Canterbury for twenty-eight years. Dunstan's achievements are set against the social and religious background of the day.