The Altus Of St. Columba (1882)

von Saint Columba, John Patrick Crichton-Stuart Bute

56 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Altus of St. Columba is a book written by Saint Columba and first published in 1882. It is a collection of hymns and prayers that were written by the saint during his lifetime. The book is divided into several sections, each containing a different set of hymns and prayers. The hymns and prayers in The Altus of St. Columba are written in Latin, with an English translation provided for readers who are not fluent in the language. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of medieval literature, as well as for those interested in the history of Christianity.Saint Columba was a sixth-century Irish monk who is best known for his role in spreading Christianity throughout Scotland. He founded several monasteries in Scotland, including the famous Abbey of Iona. He was also a prolific writer, and The Altus of St. Columba is one of his most famous works.The hymns and prayers in The Altus of St. Columba are characterized by their beauty and simplicity. They are written in a style that is both poetic and spiritual, and they reflect the saint's deep faith and devotion to God. The book is a testament to the enduring power of Saint Columba's legacy, and it continues to inspire readers today.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.

• Themen: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Biografien und Sachliteratur Anthologien (nicht Lyrik)
• ISBN: 9781104477509
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 10.05.2009
• Größe: 280 x 210 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC