The Philokalia
The Philokalia by G. E. H. Palmer is the first complete English translation of a foundational collection of texts from the Greek Orthodox Christian tradition. Published by Faber & Faber on April 4, 2024, this edition spans 368 pages and is presented in English. The work consists of writings from spiritual masters dating back to the fourth and fifth centuries, addressing themes such as the development of inner powers, overcoming fragmentation, and achieving spiritual wholeness.
Readers will find that The Philokalia offers insights into contemplative stillness and union with God, making it a significant resource for those interested in Orthodox Christianity and spirituality. This edition includes introductory notes for each writer, a glossary of key terms, and a detailed index, enhancing the reader’s understanding of the texts. As a comprehensive translation, it provides access to material that has influenced the Orthodox Church profoundly, continuing to resonate with contemporary audiences.
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The first English translation of this foundational collection of texts by the spiritual masters of the Greek Orthodox Christian tradition.
The Philokalia is a foundational collection of texts written between the fourth and the fifth centuries by spiritual masters of the Orthodox Christian tradition.
First published in Greek in 1782, translated into Slavonic and later into Russian, The Philokalia has exercised an influence far greater than that of any book other than the Bible in the recent history of the Orthodox Church, and it continues to be read more and more widely.
Only a selection of texts from The Philokalia has hitherto been available in English. This is the first complete translation into English from the original Greek in five volumes, the first of which was published by Faber in 1979. It is concerned with themes of universal importance: how we may develop our inner powers and awake from illusion; how we may overcome fragmentation and achieve spiritual wholeness; how we may attain the life of contemplative stillness and union with God.
As in the first four volumes, the editors have provided introductory notes to each of the writers, a glossary of key terms and a detailed index.
Other volumes available from Faber:
The Philokalia Vol 1
The Philokalia Vol 2
The Philokalia Vol 3
The Philokalia Vol 4
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