The Life of Saint Columba, Abbot, and Apostle of the Northern Picts by Anonymous
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"The Life of Saint Columba, Abbot, and Apostle of the Northern Picts" by Anonymous is a historical account written during the early medieval period. This biography details the life and spiritual journey of Saint Columba, who played a pivotal role in the spread of Christianity among the Northern Picts in Scotland and the establishment of monastic communities. The text emphasizes his holiness, teachings, and contributions to the Irish Church, marking him as
a significant figure in early Christianity. The narrative unfolds from Columba's noble birth, showing signs of sanctity from an early age, through his ecclesiastical training and eventual ordination as a priest. Motivated by a deep desire to spread Christian faith, he establishes monasteries in Ireland before journeying to the Hebrides to evangelize the Northern Picts. The book recounts various accounts of his miracles, including the dramatic conversion of the local king and the revival of a deceased child, symbolizing his profound spiritual authority. Columba's life is marked by a balance of deep piety, missionary zeal, and personal humility, culminating in his peaceful death after years of dedicated service, leaving a lasting legacy in the regions he influenced. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Anonymous |
|---|---|
| Title | The Life of Saint Columba, Abbot, and Apostle of the Northern Picts |
| Note | Originally published as part of: The life of Saint Patrick, apostle of Ireland |
| Credits | Produced by Michael Gray, Diocese of San Jose |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 46.1 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Columba, Saint, 521-597 |
| Subject | Christian saints, Celtic -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38682 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-38682-9 |
| Release Date | Jan 27, 2012 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 471 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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