The Conferences of John Cassian (Part I)
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John Cassian
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The Conferences were written by John Cassian at the request of Pope Leo. They document the conversations that Cassian had with the elders living in Scetis (the desert of Egypt), and about principles of the spiritual and ascetic life. The work would go on to be a classic for both the Western and Eastern monastic world, and would frequently be read at mealtimes. - Summary by ancientchristian (10 hr 1 min)
Chapters
Conference III: Abbot Paphnutius on the Three Sorts of Renunciations.
59:20
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Conference IV: Abbot Daniel on the Lust of the Flesh and of the Spirit.
44:33
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Conference VII: Abbot Serenus on Inconstancy of Mind, and Spiritual Wickedness.
1:12:21
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Saint Thomas Aquinas continually reviewed these essential conferences throughout his life. Taking his example, this is a very worthy venture and holy study.