This volume presents a collection of spiritual exercises and prayers intended for use by Christian monks and other contemplatives. Compiled by the Spanish monk Garcia Jimenez de Cisneros, these texts offer guidance on a range of topics, including contemplation, penance, and devotion. This new translation by a monk of St. Augustine's Monastery, Ramsgate, makes these texts accessible to a wider audience than ever before. Whether you are a devout practitioner or simply curious about the spiritual life, this volume is an invaluable resource.

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