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Set against the backdrop of the Byzantine world in 587 A.D., the narrative follows two monks, John Moschos and his pupil Sophronius, as they embark on a transformative journey across diverse landscapes. They gather wisdom from ascetic figures while witnessing the looming upheaval caused by the rise of Islam. In a modern parallel, William Dalrymple retraces their steps, using Moschos's writings as a guide, creating a poignant reflection on a civilization in decline. This intertwining of past and present offers profound insights into cultural and spiritual legacies.
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From the Holy Mountain, William Dalrymple
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- Released
- 2000
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- Subtitle
- A Journey Among the Christians of the Middle East
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William Dalrymple
- Publisher
- St. Martins Press-3PL
- Released
- 2000
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 510
- ISBN13
- 9780805061772
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Historical Themes, History, Maps & Travel, True Stories, Religion & Spirituality, Biographies, Travel, Adventure, Religious Topics, Religion, Autobiographies & Memoirs, Christian Themes, Christianity
- Rating
- 4.3 out of 5
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of the Byzantine world in 587 A.D., the narrative follows two monks, John Moschos and his pupil Sophronius, as they embark on a transformative journey across diverse landscapes. They gather wisdom from ascetic figures while witnessing the looming upheaval caused by the rise of Islam. In a modern parallel, William Dalrymple retraces their steps, using Moschos's writings as a guide, creating a poignant reflection on a civilization in decline. This intertwining of past and present offers profound insights into cultural and spiritual legacies.