Spiritual Progress: Instructions in the Divine Life of the Soul, A Collection of Five Essays by Three Great Religious Thinkers (Hardcover) - Hardcover

by François Fénelon (Author), Madame Guyon (Author), Père La Combe (Author)

This collection of five books contains F nelon's outstanding teachings on prayer, suffering, the achievement of virtue, and other spiritually crucial tenets. Uniting aspects of philosophy with Christian theology and spiritualist thought, F nelon presents here a lively set of treatises where esoteric knowledge and concepts are put to singular good purpose: enhancing and informing the spiritual life of the reader. Although at times arcane, the advice given is rooted in the Christian tradition and scriptures. F nelon never attained mainstream popularity as an author during or after his life, however he was and remains a favorite of scholars and religious adherents seeking to explore the deepest channels of their faith. Although more difficult than other inspirational authors, F nelon's authenticity and depth cannot be doubted.