(AP) THE ART OF PRAYER: an Orthodox anthology
Compiled by Igumen Chariton of Valamo. Translated
by E. Kadoubovsky and E.M. Palmer.
Edited with an introduction by Bishop Kallistos Ware.
A classic Orthodox work which is available again.
A collection of texts on prayer drawn from Greek and Russian sources.
288pp. Paper d$19.00 Order
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THE ASCETIC LIFE and FOUR CENTURIES
ON CHARITY
by St. Maximos the Confessor
Fundamental and beautiful teachings on Christian life and
faith by a great 7th century father. ACW Vol. 21 284pp.
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(AWB) ASCETICAL WORKS, SAINT BASIL, trans. by Sr. M. Monica Wagner. Contains several ascetical discourses, the Morals, the Long Rules, Concerning Faith, Concerning Baptism and similar works. Vol. 9 of The Fathers of the Church series. Subject and scriptural index, 525 pp. Paper f$40.00 Order
(AAG) AN ATHONITE GERONTIKON: Sayings of the Holy Fathers of Mount
Athos.
Compiled by Archimandrite Ioannikios. Kotsonis.
506pp Paper f$20.00
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(CLN) A COLLECTION OF LETTERS TO NUNS: Profitable instructions
for laymen and monastics
by St. Anatoly (Zertsalov) of Optina, translated
by Holy Nativity Convent.
These letters of a famous Optina elder are filled
with simplicity, sincerity, faith and humor - all directed towards
the salvation of the souls of those entrusted to him. Contains also
a life of St. Anatoly, and excellent glossary and subject index. 308pp.
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(CFR) CONCERNING FREQUENT COMMUNION OF THE IMMACULATE MYSTERIES OF CHRIST by St. Nikodemos the Hagiorite, translated by Fr. George Dokos. Includes and Explanation of the Lord’s Prayer, an apology for frequent communion, answers to objections and clarifications of misconceptions, and two appendices on the Divine Eucharist. Contains scriptural and subject/names indices. 241pp. Paper d$17.00 Order
(CCP) COUNSELS ON THE CHRISTIAN PRIESTHOOD
By St. John of Kronstadt
Translated by W. Jardine Grisbrooke, these selections
from the writings of St. John are applicable to all who wish to
draw near to God. 134pp. Paper d$13.00
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(DIS) THE DISCOURSES
by St. Simeon the New Theologian
The sermons of this great ascetic father on repentance,
renunciation, charity, the practice of the commandments of God, faith,
contemplation, and many other subjects. 396pp . Paper d$28.00
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(DISS) DOROTHEOS OF GAZA; DISCOURSES AND SAYINGS
translated by Eric P. Wheeler
The teachings of St. Dorotheos, a 6th century archimandrite
of Gaza, which are just as applicable to Christians today.
259pp. Paper d$14.00
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(DHF) DRINKING FROM THE HIDDEN FOUNTAIN: A Patristic Breviary;
Ancient Wisdom for Today's World.
A daily collection of brief excerpts on everyday
Christian life and experience, prayer, scripture reading, work, wealth,
and a multitude of other subjects. A real treasure for a busy life
in the world. Excellent index of sources. 447pp. Paper d$20.00
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THE EVERGETINOS
A Complete Text translated by Bishop Chrysostomos
et al
This is one of the major Greek Paterika (collections
"of the fathers"), long a source of spiritual inspiration and guidance.
It contains narratives from the lives and teachings of the fathers
and mothers of the Egyptian deserts. An on-going series. Paper
(EV-1) Book I, Vol. I: 105pp. f$6.50 Order
(EV-2) Book I, Vol. II 163pp. f$7.50 Order
(EV-3) Book I, Vol. III 165pp. f$8.00 Order
(EV-4) Book 1, Vol IV 146pp. f$8.00 Order
(EV2-1) Book II, Vol. 1 143pp. f$8.00 Order
(EV2-2) Book II, Vol. 2 114pp. f$6.50 Order
(EV2-3) Book II, Vol. 3 120pp. f$6.50 Order
(EV2-4) Book II, Vol. 4 126pp. f$8.00 Order
(EV3-1) Book III, Vol. 1 . 168pp. f$8.00 Order
(FRS) FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT: Wisdom from the Apostolic Fathers ed. By George D. Zgourides. Texts selected from the early church fathers on the theme of the “fruit of the Holy Spirit” arranged by subjects ( love, joy, peace, longsuffering, etc .) in a handy volume. 90pp. Paper d$13.00 Order
(NICO) A HANDBOOK OF SPIRITUAL COUNSEL
by St. Nicodemos of the Holy Mountain, translated
by Peter A. Chamberas
The subtitle of this work is an apt description:
"The Guarding of the Five Senses and the Imagination of the Mind and
Heart. The Cultivation of Natural Delights of the Mind." A practical
and clear guide for spiritual life. 256pp. Paper d$23.00
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(ICS) THE ILLNESS AND CURE OF THE SOUL IN THE ORTHODOX TRADITION
by Archimandrite Hierotheos Vlachos
Trans. from Greek. Fr. Hierotheos uses quotations
from the Church Fathers and many saints to support his conviction
that man's soul suffers illness which distorts his relationship with
God, his fellow men and nature - to be cured in the hospital of the Church.
Presented in the form of a discussion, the contents were used in a lecture
series at the Theological School of Damascus. 184pp . Paper e$17.50
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(DILL) ILLUSTRATED SAYINGS OF THE HOLY FATHERS
by the Monk John Vranos
Selections from the writings of the Holy Fathers
presented in simple terms with an iconographic type illustration
for each subject. Excellent for older children. 52pp. Illus. Paper e$4.00
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(IND) INDICATION OF THE WAY INTO THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN
by Bishop Innokenty of Alaska
A treasury of wisdom on Christian life and teachings.
48pp. Paper d$4.00
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(ISN) ISAAC OF NINEVEH (ISAAC THE
SYRIAN): THE SECOND PART, Chapters IV-XLI),
translated
by Sebastian Brock. An English translation of a second series of
spiritual homilies by St. Isaac from a manuscript discovered in 1983.
Very similar to “The Ascetical Homilies” now out of print, this book
will fill the void. Limited edition. 251pp. Paper e$44.00
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Although directed at women, this instructive book contains valuable instruction for all - beginners as well as those more advanced in spiritual life. Those familiar with the writings of Theophan the Recluse will welcome this new addition in English to the spiritual legacy of this well-known and popular 19th century Russian Father. 160pp. Paper d$8.00 Order
NEW (LD) LETTERS FROM THE DESERT: Barsanuphius & John. A new translation by John Chryssavgis of a
selection of the shorter letters of these two elders of Gaza, renowned for
their spiritual insight and direction of both monastics and laity.
212pp. Paper d$16.00 Order
(LTA) THE LETTERS OF AMMONAS, Successor of Saint Anthony
translated by Derwas J. Chitty
The fourteen surviving letters on spiritual direction
by a disciple of St. Anthony now available in English. 21pp.
Paper e$7.00
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(LTAG) THE LETTERS OF ST. ANTHONY THE GREAT
translated by Derwas J. Chitty
Seven beautiful letters of St. Anthony to his disciples
published for the first time in English. 28pp. Paper f$7.00
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(LB) LETTERS TO A BEGINNER: On Giving One's Life to God
by Abbess Thaisia
Translated from the Russian edition of 1900, this
collection of fourteen letters written to beginning (novice) nuns
offers wise instruction to anyone - particularly women - wishing to
live a "life in Christ" whether in the world or a monastery. Abbess
Thaisia, a spiritual daughter of St. John of Kronstadt, was well versed
in the writings of the holy fathers, and was a gifted spiritual writer
in her own right. 110pp. illus. Paper d$9.00
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(TLC) THE LIFE IN CHRIST
by St. Nicholas Cabasilas.
A very readable book about the opportunity for man
to share in our Lord's redemption here and now, in body and spirit,
as well as intellect, through the mysteries of the Church. 229pp
Paper d$15.00 Order
(LM) THE LIFE OF MOSES
by St. Gregory of Nyssa
A spiritual interpretation of the life of the Prophet
Moses, used as an example of Christian life and mystical union with
God. 208pp. Paper d$20.00
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(LRP1) LITTLE RUSSIAN PHILOKALIA, VOL. I: St. Seraphim of Sarov, Spiritual instructions
This revised edition contains the Spiritual Instructions, The Acquisition of the Holy Spirit (Conversation with Motovilov) some prophecies of the saint and the events since the finding of his relics again in 1991. 158pp. Paper d$10.00
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(HER) LITTLE RUSSIAN PHILOKALIA, Vol. III: St. Herman of Alaska
Contains the original life of St. Herman, his writings,
and his complete extant letters. 200pp. Illus. Paper OUT OF PRINT.
(LRP4) LITTLE RUSSIAN PHILOKALIA, Vol. IV: St. Paisius Velichkovsky
The spiritual writings of St. Paisius, including
The Scroll and Field Flowers . Newly translated into
English. This a treasure for all orthodox. 151pp . Paper d$10.00
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( LRP5) LITTLE RUSSIAN PHILOKALIA, Vol. V: St. Theodore of Sanaxar, The life, spiritual counsels and letters of the 18th century elder who founded a monastery not far from Sarov. 188pp. Paper d$12.00 Order 
(MSE) MAN'S SPIRITUAL EVOLUTION by Constantine Cavarnos. Although a sequel to Dr. Cavarnos' book Holiness: Man's Supreme Destiny, this volume approaches man's spiritual evolution towards union with God in a step-by-step progression, drawing upon the Scriptures and examples from the lives of several saints. Contains descriptions of some valuable spiritual reading. 95pp Paper d$7.00 Order
(MLA) MONASTIC LETTERS OF ST. ATHANASIUS THE GREAT. Translated by Leslie W. Barnard. Six letters of the Great Wise spiritual guide of monastics and laity. 15pp. Paper f$7.00 Order
(MW) MONASTIC WISDOM: THE LETTERS OF ELDER JOSEPH THE HESYCHAST. The Elder Joseph was one of the greatest ascetics of our century. This collection of letters makes the wealth of his wisdom and experience available to readers from all walks of life. "This is the best book I have read in quite some time!" Dr. Constantine Cavarnos. Paper e$22.00 Cloth e$35.00 Order
(ML) MY LIFE IN CHRIST by St. John of Kronstadt
Translated from Russian.
The complete spiritual diary of this modern man of
prayer, which has long been an inspiration for all. 558pp.
Paper d$25.00 Cloth e$35.00
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(NDH) A NIGHT IN THE DESERT OF THE HOLY MOUNTAIN; Discussion with
a Hermit on the Jesus Prayer
by Bishop Hierotheos Vlachos
Translated from the Greek, this modern dialogue
between the author and an elder experienced in the practice of the
Jesus Prayer is a simple presentation of the age-old teachings of
prayer of the heart. A contemporary "Way of a Pilgrim". Contains a
glossary of terms. 172pp. Read a Review. Paper e$19.00
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(PRAY) ON PRAYER
by St. John of Kronstadt
Extracts from his spiritual diary arranged by subject
(e.g., "On the Essence...of Prayer," "On Prayer to Saints...," "On
the Jesus Prayer"). 74pp . Paper d$5.00
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(OPA) ON PRAYER from the Alphabetalphabetos
by St. Meletios the Confessor
A small selection from a 14th century monastic of
Mt. Galesion, who wrote in verse on a wide range of ecclesiastical and
spiritual topics. This selection is from 24 stanzas of 24 lines each,
corresponding to the 24 letters of the Greek alphabet. Includes a short
life of the saint. 32pp . Paper f$4.00
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(OPT) ON PRAYER, from the Writings of Bishop Theophan the Recluse
Translated from the Russian.
Excerpts from the letters of Bishop Theophan on many
aspects of prayer, most written to lay people. 12pp. Paper f$2.00
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(OPJ) ON THE PRAYER OF JESUS
by St. Ignatius Brianchaninov
A classic work on the Prayer of Jesus. Introduction
by a monk of the Holy Mountain.115pp. Cloth
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(ORP) ORTHODOX PSYCHOTHERAPY
by Bishop Hierotheos Vlachos; translated by Esther
Williams
The patristic key to reestablishing one's relationship
with God. This is a companion work to the author's highly popular Illness
and Cure of the soul. 366pp . Paper e$39.00
(OS) ORTHODOX SPIRITUALITY
by Bishop Hierotheos Vlachos; translated by Esther
Williams
A presentation of the fundamentals of Orthodox spiritual
life. Clarifies Orthodox spirituality as a mode of life, which embodies
man's salvation--his communion and union with God in the Trinity.
100pp . Read a review .
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(PTS) PATH TO SALVATION: A Manual of Spiritual Transformation
by St. Theophan the Recluse
A wonderful aid in acquiring the Kingdom of the
heavens. 366pp. Paper
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(PHI1) PHILOKALIA Vol. I
St. Isaiah the Solitary, Evagrios the Solitary, St. John Cassian, St. Mark the Ascetic, and others. 378pp. Paper d$19.00 Order
(PHI2) PHILOKALIA Vol. II:
St. Theodore the Great Ascetic, St. Maximos the Confessor, St. Thalassios the Libyan, St. John of Damaskos and others. 414pp. Paper d$20.00 Order
(PHI3) PHILOKALIA Vol. III:
St. Theophanis the Monk, St. Peter of Damaskos, St. Symeon Metaphrastis, St. Philotheos of Sinai and St. Ilias the Presbyter 379pp. Paper d$17.00 Order
(PHI4) PHILOKALIA Vol. IV:
Contains the writings of St. Symeon the New Theologian, Nikitas Stithatos, Theoleptos, Metropolitan of Philadelphia, Nikiphoros the Monk, St. Gregory of Sinai and St. Gregory Palamas. 450pp. Paper d$18.00, Cloth d$30.00 Order
(PRAC) THE PRACTICAL AND THEOLOGICAL CHAPTERS and THREE THEOLOGICAL
DISCOURSES
b y St. Symeon the New Theologian, trans. by Paul McGuckin
The "Chapters" are spiritual instructions, while the "Discourses"
are a defense of the Orthodox teaching of the Holy Trinity. A beautiful
modern translation of some of St. Symeon's most important writings
drawn from his own spiritual experiences 144pp. Paper d$11.00
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THE PRAKTIKOS & CHAPTERS ON PRAYER
by Evagrius Ponticus
Two practical treatises on spiritual life and prayer translated
from the Greek. 96 pp. Paper d$10.00
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(PRL) PRAYERS BY THE LAKE
by St. Bishop Nikolai Velimirovic. One hundred spiritual meditations written
in 1921-1922 by Lake Ochrid. These beautiful prayers have inspired many
since they were written in Serbian, and many more since their translation
into English. 207pp. Paper
f$15.00 Order
(REF) REFLECTIONS OF ABBA ZOSSIMAS,
Monk of the Palestinian Desert,
trans.
by John Chryssavgis. Newly translated into English, these are the
day-to-day teachings and examples of one of the great 5th
century hermits of the Palestinian desert. 34pp. Paper f$5.00. Order
(SAY)
THE SAYINGS OF THE DESERT FATHERS
by Benedicta Ward
The complete "Alphabetical" collection of short sayings
of the Desert Fathers in English. 269pp. Paper d$15.00
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(SCJ) THE SPIRITUAL COUNSELS OF FR. JOHN OF KRONSTADT
translated by W. Jardine Grisbrooke
Selections from MY LIFE IN CHRIST arranged by subject.
230pp . Paper d$16.00
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THE SPIRITUAL LIFE AND HOW TO BE ATTUNED
TO IT
by St. Theophan the Recluse
A study in the science of the soul and in reality a primer
in the spiritual life. Written to a young woman who wanted to learn
of the spiritual life. 320pp . Paper
d$15.00
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THE SPIRITUAL MEADOW OF JOHN MOSCHOS
translated by John Wortley
Now available in English for the first time, this is another
of the major Greek Paterika and perhaps the most remarkable
of them for the great geographical area covered. John Moschos was
a 6th century monk from Damascus who entered monasticism in the Holy
Land, and traveled throughout the Christian east collecting lives
of the holy monastics which have come down to us in this volume. A
real treasure. 219pp. Paper d$18.00
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A SPIRITUAL PSALTER, or Reflections
on God
Excerpted by St. Theophan the Recluse from the works
of St. Ephraim the Syrian. Translated from the Russian and reflecting the
contents of the Psalms, this beautiful volume contains 150 subject groups
of prayers and teachings divided into 20 Kathismata as the Psalter. Printed
in red and black, gold-stamped leatherette cover and page edges, with ribbon
marker. 255pp. e$30.00 Cloth
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(SBT) SPIRITUALLY BENEFICIAL TALES OF PAUL, BISHOP OF MONEMBASIA
translated by John Wortley.
A unique collection of "spiritually edifying tales". Written
in the mid-tenth century. 222pp . Paper
d$19.00
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THE SYRIAC FATHERS ON PRAYER AND THE
SPIRITUAL LIFE
Translation and Introduction by Sebastian Brock.
A beautiful rendition from the original Syriac of the
teachings of these early fathers (4th to 8th centuries), both anonymous
and known. Contains a subject index. 381pp. d$30.00 Paper
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THE
TEACHINGS OF THE HOLY FATHERS:
by Fr. Alexey
Young.
An excellent presentation of the Holy Fathers' teachings
on the subjects of the body, illness and the passions. Approximately
50 pages each. d$3.00 each
(TOB) ON THE BODY Order
(TOI) ON ILLNESS Order
(TOP) ON THE PASSIONS Order
THEMES
FROM THE PHILOKALIA
by Archimandrite Ioannikios Kotsonis.
Meditations on and selections from the Philokalia on
specific subjects.
(WAP) Number 1: WATCHFULNESS AND PRAYER. 109pp Paper f$5.00 Order
(INT) Number 2: THE NOUS (THE INTELLECT). 109pp Paper f$5.00 Order
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TREATISE ON THE SPIRITUAL LIFE
by St. Gregory Palamas translated by Daniel M. Rogich
Subjects, among others, include Life and Death of the
Soul, Spiritual Poverty, Marriage, Virginity and Virtuous Life,
the Passion of the Love of Money Spiritual Meaning of the Parable
of the Vineyard. NOTE: This material is also found in Vol 4 of The Philokalia
(different translation) as Letter to the Nun Xenia. 105 pp. Paper e$13.00
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THE WAY OF A PILGRIM and THE PILGRIM
CONTINUES HIS WAY
translated by R. M. French
This delightful work describes the quest of a pious 19th
century Russian peasant who attempts to learn the meaning of St.
Paul's words, "Pray without ceasing." This quest leads him to the
"Jesus Prayer" and the practice of it. The book tells of his travels
and experiences along to the road to unceasing prayer. 242pp.
Paper d$15.00
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(WAC) THE WAY OF THE ASCETICS
by Tito Colliander
An excellent "pocket book" on living a truly Christian
life in the world today.110pp. Paper
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(WF) THE WAY OF THE FATHERS: Praying
with the Early Christians
Compiled by Mike Aquilina.
A fine collection of 1000 comments taken from the Holy
Fathers of the early centuries of the Church's life. 207pp. Paper d$11.00 Order
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WHAT GOD HAS DONE FOR OUR SALVATION by St.
Nikodim[os] of the Holy Mountain. A collection of 19 short chapters on
various spiritual subjects in a small volume ideal for carrying in purse
or pocket. 95pp. Paper
d$8.00 Order
(WD) THE WISDOM OF THE DESERT FATHERS
translated by Benedicta Ward
This is the "Anonymous Series," part of the Sayings of
the Fathers or "Apophthegmata Patrum", arranged by subject. 65pp.
Paper f$9.00
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WISDOM FROM MT. ATHOS: The Writings
of Staretz Silouan 1866:1938.
An arrangement of notes which Staretz Silouan penciled
on odd scraps of paper. Contains the majestic prose-poem Adam's
Lament. 127pp. Paper d$13.00
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A WONDERFUL REVELATION TO THE WORLD
The conversation of St. Seraphim of Sarov with Nikolai
Motovilov - NEW EDITION
Revised and corrected from the Russian, and reprinted
in a larger and easier to read format - on the purpose of Christian
life. An excellent work! 48pp. Paper
a$3.50
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THE WORLD OF THE DESERT FATHERS
translated by Columba Steward
Companion volume to THE WISDOM OF THE DESERT FATHERS,
also from the "Anonymous Series" of the SAYINGS OF THE FATHERS,
the stories and sayings are gathered in a general way containing much
spiritual food for thought. 46pp . Paper f$8.00
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(WRP) WRITINGS FROM THE PHILOKALIA ON THE PRAYER OF THE HEART
translated by Kadloubovsky and Palmer
Newly re-issued in paperback, this volume of selections
from THE PHILOKALIA has long been a favorite volume of spiritual
readings. 420pp . Paper d$20.00
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