The Arena: Guidelines for Spiritual and Monastic Life
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The Arena: An Offering to Contemporary Monasticism By Saint Ignatius Brianchaninov With a Foreword by Metropolitan Kallistos Ware
In an age of spiritual confusion and materialism, The Arena stands as a classic manual of spiritual warfare. Drawing upon the ascetic traditions of the Greek Fathers, Saint Ignatius Brianchaninov offers a rigorous, no-nonsense guide to the "narrow path" of the Gospel.
While originally written for monks in 19th-century Russia, this book has become an essential resource for laypeople seeking to deepen their encounter with Christ. It is an invitation to enter the arena of the heart, fighting against the passions to find the peace of God.
Praise for The Arena
"People often ask me about books. The one I’ve been recommending most in the last few years is The Arena... Although written by a rigorous monk for fellow monastics, all Christians possessing the courage and discipline to engage this book with attention and obedience may study it with great profit." — Fr. Thomas Hopko
About the Author: Saint Ignatius Brianchaninov (1807–1867) was a seminal figure in Russian spirituality. A brilliantly educated aristocrat who turned to the monastic life, he became the abbot of the St. Sergius Monastery in St. Petersburg. His writings, including On the Prayer of Jesus, are treasured for bridging the gap between ancient patristic wisdom and the modern mind.
Specs: Paperback | 352 pages | 6 x 9 inches
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