The Evolution Of The Monastic Ideal: From The Earliest Times Down To The Coming Of The Friars, A Second Chapter In The History Of Christian Renunciation

""The Evolution of the Monastic Ideal"" is a book written by Herbert B. Workman that explores the history of Christian renunciation from the earliest times to the coming of the friars. It presents a comprehensive overview of the development of the monastic ideal, covering topics such as the origins of monasticism, the role of the desert fathers, the rise of the Benedictine order, and the emergence of the mendicant orders. The book also examines the various factors that contributed to the evolution of the monastic ideal, including social, political, and religious changes. Through its detailed analysis and rich historical context, ""The Evolution of the Monastic Ideal"" offers a unique perspective on the history of Christian spirituality and the enduring legacy of monasticism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Herbert Brook Workman (1862-1951) was born in London and educated at Owens College, Manchester. He entered the Wesleyan ministry in 1885 and served as a circuit minister in England and Scotland until 1903 when he was appointed Principal of Westminster College. He was elected President of the Wesleyan Conference in 1930. A distinguished historian, Workman was Cole Lecturer at Vanderbilt University in 1916 and Visiting Professor of Methodist Church History at the University of Chicago in 1927. He published extensively in the field of medieval church history as well as Methodism. His other publications include 'Persecution in the Early Church' 'The Dawn of the Reformation' 'The Evolution of the Monastic Ideal' 'Martyrs of the Early Church' 'Methodism' and 'The Age of John Hus'