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The Hermits

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308 pages
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11 hours

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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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2004
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