The Ayenbite of Inwyt (Remorse of Conscience) by Michel and Laurent
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| Author | Michel, Dan, active 14th century |
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| Author | Laurent, d'Orléans, active 1279 |
| Translator | Wyatt, A. J. (Alfred John), 1858-1935 |
| Title |
The Ayenbite of Inwyt (Remorse of Conscience) A Translation of Parts into Modern English |
| Note | Wikipedia page on this work: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ayenbite_of_Inwyt |
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| Summary | "The Ayenbite of Inwyt (Remorse of Conscience)" by Michel and Laurent is a historical religious text likely written in the late 14th century. This book serves as a moral guide for Christians, focusing on the concepts of sin, repentance, and the ways individuals can reflect upon their moral transgressions through a religious lens. It draws heavily on biblical teachings, most notably the Ten Commandments, and emphasizes personal conscience and the need for self-examination. The text is structured around the moral implications of the Ten Commandments, exploring each commandment in detail and discussing the various sins associated with them. It delves into the nature of sin, categorizing them into capitals such as pride, envy, wrath, sloth, avarice, gluttony, and lechery, each with their subcategories. Throughout the book, the author employs vivid imagery and allegory to illustrate the consequences of sin and the importance of repentance, making it accessible as both a guide and a reflective exploration of one's conscience. By urging readers to confront their own vices and seek forgiveness from God, the work aims to foster spiritual growth and moral integrity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Devotional literature |
| Subject | Christian life -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59399 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 149 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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