The Form of Perfect Living and Other Prose Treatises by of Hampole Richard Rolle
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"The Form of Perfect Living and Other Prose Treatises" by Richard Rolle of Hampole is a collection of spiritual and religious writings composed in the 14th century. This work is intended to provide guidance on leading a devout life, stressing the importance of inner purity, contemplation, and divine love. The text focuses on the essence of mystical experiences and teachings, illustrating Rolle’s deep connection to Christian spirituality while addressing readers who may
not be familiar with early English language. At the start of the treatise, Rolle outlines the three major wretchednesses plaguing the sinful soul: a lack of spiritual strength, succumbing to worldly desires, and the folly of trading eternal joy for temporary pleasures. He emphasizes the need for vigilance against the devil's temptations, which can come in various subtle forms. Rolle also discusses the significance of love for God, suggesting that true love manifests as selflessness and an earnest desire for spiritual closeness. His engaging discourse aims to inspire those seeking a more profound connection with their faith, urging them to love God wholly and to seek the essence of life through both contemplation and action. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Rolle, Richard, of Hampole, 1290?-1349 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Hodgson, Geraldine Emma, 1865-1937 |
| Title | The Form of Perfect Living and Other Prose Treatises |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Thierry Alberto, Juliet Sutherland, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Christian life |
| Subject | Rolle, Richard, of Hampole, 1290?-1349 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 25856 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-25856-0 |
| Release Date | Jun 20, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2746 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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