Introduction: The Community and the Text -- The Abba and his Disciple -- The Monk and his Neighbour -- The Problems of Anger and Judgement -- Solitude and Interaction -- Relationships and Prayer -- Conclusion
Summary
A study of the life and thought of the Christian monks of 4th- and 5th-century lower Egypt, whose views have been influential at many points in the subsequent history of Christianity. It suggests that they were able to combine their concern for solitude with a commitment to the value of community
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 188-197) and index
