Of the Imitation of Christ

Of the Imitation of Christ: Four Books is a religious text written by the German-Dutch monk Thomas A. Kempis. The book is divided into four separate books, each of which explores a different aspect of Christian spirituality. The first book focuses on the importance of cultivating an inner life of devotion and humility, while the second book examines the nature of true Christian faith and the need for constant spiritual growth. The third book is centered on the importance of prayer and meditation, while the fourth book explores the role of the Eucharist in Christian life. Throughout the text, Kempis emphasizes the importance of living a simple, humble, and virtuous life in order to emulate the teachings of Christ. The book has been widely influential in Christian spirituality and has been translated into numerous languages since its original publication in the 15th century.This little volume contains four books based on Scriptural passages. Contents: First Book: admonitions, useful for a spiritual life; Second Book: admonitions concerning inward things; Third Book, of internal consolation; Fourth Book: concerning the communion.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.