On the Prayer of Jesus: The Classic Guide to the Practice of Unceasing Prayer Found in The Way of a Pilgrim

Ignatius Brianchaninov

juin 2006 · Shambhala Publications

À propos de cet ebook

Inspired by the teachings found in The Way of a Pilgrim, this guide teaches readers how to unleash the full power of the Jesus Prayer
 
Thousands have fallen in love with the anonymously authored book The Way of a Pilgrim—the account of an ordinary man's encounter with the Eastern Orthodox Christian practice of the Jesus Prayer, which consists of the constant repetition of the short phrase, "Lord Jesus Christ, have mercy upon me." Here is the perfect introduction to this life-changing practice, as it was taught by one of the great spiritual lights of Russia.
 
In On the Prayer of Jesus, Bishop Ignatius Brianchaniov (1807–1867) provides wise instruction and advice covering all aspects of the practice. You will learn how to:

· Get started with the practice
· Approach common difficulties that arise
· Deal with friends and family who do not understand what you are doing
· Make the Jesus Prayer the foundation of your life

Quelques mots sur l'auteur

Bishop Ignatius Brianchaninov (1807–1867) was a prominent spiritual writer in nineteenth-century Russia. On the Prayer of Jesus is taken from his several-volume Ascetical Works, as is his other famous work, The Arena.