Macarius alexandria (6 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. In English.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This Coptic work of the 5th century describes a profound encounter between St. Macarius and two angels, focusing on the spiritual state of souls at the moment of death. The narrative emphasizes that sinful souls emit a repugnant 'stench' due to their evil deeds, both in life and after death, while righteous souls experience a different fate. The text also explains the Church's practice of offering prayers for the deceased on specific days, which provides comfort and hope to the souls as they transition to the afterlife. Ultimately, it highlights the significance of good deeds and the role of divine mercy in the journey of the soul. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The current Coptic Orthodox Monastery of St. Macarius the Great, which lies in Wadi Natrun, the ancient Scetis, 92 kilometers from the city of Cairo on the western side of the desert road to Alexandria, was founded in 360 A.D. by the saint, who during his lifetime was spiritual father to more than four thousand monks of different nationalities - Egyptians, Greeks, Ethiopians, Armenians, Nubians, Cappadocians, Persians, Romans, Puns, and Spaniards. His rule remains in effect in that Coptic monastery for the last sixteen centuries.…