Thomas à Kempis

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The book explores Thomas a Kempis' spiritual theology in the Imitation of Christ, highlighting his late medieval monastic background and influences from the Modern Devotion movement. It emphasizes his focus on grace and connections to Augustine of Hippo, suggesting he foreshadowed Protestant Reformation ideas. Central to his teachings is a eucharistic spirituality that remains deeply rooted in medieval thought. Thomas' inclusive vision of spirituality appeals to both monks and laypeople, offering a timeless synthesis of Christian beliefs relevant for contemporary believers seeking to follow Jesus devoutly.