The Ordinary Ways of the Spiritual Life

von Albert Farges

418 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

"The Ordinary Ways of the Spiritual Life" is an insightful and structured exploration of the foundational principles of Catholic spirituality. Written by Msgr. Albert Farges, this work serves as a practical guide for those seeking to understand the traditional stages of spiritual progression-specifically the purgative, illuminative, and unitive ways. Unlike more complex mystical treatises, this volume focuses on the "ordinary" means of grace, making the profound depths of ascetical theology accessible to both the lay reader and clergy alike.The text provides detailed instruction on the development of virtues, the necessity of prayer, and the cultivation of an interior life dedicated to divine service. By distilling the wisdom of the Church Fathers and great spiritual masters, the work offers a clear roadmap for the soul's journey toward holiness. Msgr. Albert Farges balances theological rigor with pastoral sensitivity, ensuring that the path to spiritual perfection is presented as both a challenge and a realistic goal for every believer.As a significant contribution to early 20th-century religious literature, "The Ordinary Ways of the Spiritual Life" remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Catholic thought or the timeless practices of Christian devotion.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• Reihe: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025884431
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 14.02.2026
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: Legare Street Press