Penthos - The Doctrine of Compunction in the Christian East subject_Russian Spirituality Metrophanes of Constantinople

Metrophanes of Constantinople

were now turning Martin's world upside down

and musk give this fragrance warmth and depth

Approximate weight: 1/2 lb

St Sophrony died on July 11

Penthos - The Doctrine of Compunction in the Christian East subject_Russian Spirituality Metrophanes of ConstantinopleIf joy in the resurrection is the distinguishing mark of Christian faith, why have Christian saints throughout the ages prayed for 'the gift of tears'? What place has penthos, heartfelt compunction, in the sure and certain hope of life in Christ? In this study of penthos in the Eastern monastic tradition, the late Irne Hauserr makes available to western Christians some of the heart of patristic and Orthodox teaching.