Publisher's Synopsis
The Lausiac History of Palladius is a book written by Edward Butler that provides a critical discussion of the text, as well as notes on early Egyptian monachism. Palladius was a fifth-century bishop who wrote about the lives of the desert fathers and mothers, who were early Christian monks and nuns living in the Egyptian desert. This book, volume six in the series, offers a detailed analysis of Palladius' work, examining the historical context in which it was written and the theological and cultural implications of its content. Butler provides extensive notes and commentary on the text, offering insights into the lives and practices of the early Christian monastics and the development of monasticism in Egypt. This volume is an essential resource for scholars of early Christian history and theology, as well as anyone interested in the history of monasticism and the development of Christian spirituality.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.
