Philokalia, Volume 1: Modern Greek Rendering
A collection on watchfulness and prayer, including teachings attributed to Antony, Isaiah, Cassian and Mark the Ascetic. Its discussions of guarding the intellect, the eight thoughts and discernment locate outward discipline within the care of the heart.
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Book languageGreek
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Key themes
- Watchfulness
- Discernment of thoughts
Questions for your reading
- How is guarding the intellect related to the treatment of the passions?


