Cistercian Legends Of The Thirteenth Century (1872) - Hardcover

by Caesarius (Author), Henry Collins (Translator)

Cistercian Legends of the Thirteenth Century, written by Caesarius, is a historical book that explores the legends and stories of the Cistercian monks during the 13th century. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the legends of the founding of the Cistercian order and the second part focusing on the lives and miracles of the Cistercian saints.The book provides an in-depth look at the religious practices and beliefs of the Cistercian monks during this time period, as well as their interactions with the wider world. The author draws on a variety of sources, including hagiographies, chronicles, and other historical documents, to paint a vivid picture of life in the Cistercian order.Throughout the book, Caesarius explores the themes of faith, devotion, and service, highlighting the importance of these values in the lives of the Cistercian monks. He also delves into the various challenges and obstacles that the order faced during the 13th century, including political upheaval and the rise of other religious orders.Overall, Cistercian Legends of the Thirteenth Century is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the Cistercian order and the religious practices of the medieval period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.