On the Discernment of Passions and Thoughts
Evagrius describes how gluttony, love of money and the pursuit of human praise open the way to other passions. The chapters examine the movement of thoughts and the discipline needed to recognize their connections.
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Greek edition · TB-1502
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Key themes
- Passions and their roots
- Attention to thoughts
Questions for your reading
- Why does the opening place three passions before the others?
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