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The Hermits
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The narrative explores the life of St. Paphnutius, a wise hermit and Abbot, who reflects on the social conditions of Egypt and the Roman Empire, shedding light on the early fifth-century monastic movement. His journey begins with a divine revelation comparing him to a flawed flute-player, a former criminal who, despite his past, recalls moments of virtue. This story serves as a poignant introduction to themes of redemption, the complexity of human nature, and the transformative power of faith and good deeds.
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The Hermits, Charles Kingsley
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- Released
- 2004
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- Title
- The Hermits
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Charles Kingsley
- Publisher
- 1st World Library - Literary Society
- Released
- 2004
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 308
- ISBN13
- 9781595406156
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- The narrative explores the life of St. Paphnutius, a wise hermit and Abbot, who reflects on the social conditions of Egypt and the Roman Empire, shedding light on the early fifth-century monastic movement. His journey begins with a divine revelation comparing him to a flawed flute-player, a former criminal who, despite his past, recalls moments of virtue. This story serves as a poignant introduction to themes of redemption, the complexity of human nature, and the transformative power of faith and good deeds.