Bernard of Clairvaux : essential writings / Dennis E. Tamburello.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Tamburello, Dennis E., 1953-

Series:

Crossroad spiritual legacy series

The Crossroad spiritual legacy series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Bernard, of Clairvaux, Saint, 1090 or 1091-1153.

Bernard.

Christian saints--France.

Christian saints.

France.

Physical Description:

160 pages ; 21 cm.

Place of Publication:

New York : Crossroad Pub, [2000]

Summary:

This book introduces readers to the essential writings of Bernard of Clairvaux (1090-1153), a Cistercian monk who was famous in his own time as a theologian, statesman, and mystic. It begins by discussing Bernard's life in the context of the history of Benedictine monasticism. The ensuing chapters guide the reader through several of Bernard's key writings, including On Grace and Free Choice, The Steps of Humility and Pride, On Loving God, Sermons on the Song of Songs, and Five Books on Consideration.

Woven throughout these chapters are occasional references to other writings of Bernard, particularly his other semmons and his letters. The book ends with a brief epilogue that summarizes Bernard's spiritual legacy, particularly his ongoing significance as a spiritual guide for the new millennium.

Contents:

Bernard's world : the historical context

Divine grace and human freedom

Conversion

The love of God

Union with God

Spirituality and leadership

Conclusion : Bernard's legacy.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 158-160).

ISBN:

0824525167

OCLC:

43786281