The Fundamentals of the Religious Life (Classic Reprint)

John Peter M. Schleuter

ISBN 10: 1330516915 / ISBN 13: 9781330516911

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is a detailed guide to the fundamentals of a religious life, written over two hundred years ago by an anonymous priest. It is regarded as a masterpiece and is highly recommended by religious leaders. The book's main focus is on the teachings of Jesus Christ and their application to the religious life. The author presents a comprehensive examination of the various aspects of the religious life, including the importance of humility, obedience, chastity, and poverty and how they contribute to the spiritual journey. The author reflects on the history of religious orders and the lives of saints to provide context and inspiration. Through practical advice and thoughtful insights, the book delves into the themes of self-denial, the avoidance of distractions, maintaining a strong connection to God, and making good use of time. The author emphasizes the importance of perseverance and constant effort in achieving spiritual goals and highlights the profound impact of living a religious life on an individual's spiritual development and their relationship with God. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Fundamentals of the Religious Life (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330516915
• ISBN 13: 9781330516911
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Spiritual

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Synopsis

Daily guidance for a disciplined, devout life

Learn practical steps to deepen your relationship with God, live with intention, and grow in religious perfection. This guide emphasizes reverence, humility, and a steady inner life.

This edition presents clear pathpoints for maintaining focus on God, balancing duty with grace, and aligning everyday actions with spiritual aims. It offers concise instruction on prayer, self-denial, and communal harmony, drawing on established rules for living a godly life.

• Cultivate reverence for God and avoid speculative or fruitless questions about the Divine, focusing instead on His power, justice, and goodness.
• Begin each day with a firm intention to sanctify actions, practicing self-denial and obedience as daily sacrifices.
• Practice humility and patience with superiors, showing respect and supporting the community through prayer and charity.
• Guard the community from gossip, backbiting, and envy, and treat fellow members with kindness and fairness.

Ideal for readers of spiritual discipline, religious communities, and those seeking practical guidance on living a devout, communal life.