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Bringing together a wide range of classical and contemporary texts; Invitation to Christian Spirituality: An Ecumenical Anthology addresses the theory and practice of Christian spirituality in the broadest sense. Arranged chronologically; the selections are drawn from all major Christian traditions; from Ignatius of Antioch (d. 117) to Desmond Mphilo Tutu; representing distillations from the formative works of seventy-six great spiritual masters. Issues examined include the church in the world (Diognetus; Las Casas); purity of intention (Kierkegaard; Phoebe Palmer); prayer (Origen of Alexandria; Hannah More); religious affectations (Jonathan Edwards; Martin Luther King); Christian freedom (Augustine; Martin Luther); Christian feminism (Dame Julian; Rosemary Ruether); and the means of grace (Maximus the Confessor; John Wesley). This timely; eclectic collection considers not only the mystical and theoretical aspects of Christian spirituality but also its practice; for example; it includes readings about how to pray as well as notable prayers. Most selections include autobiographical materials from the authors that set the context for their writings. Opening with a theological survey of themes in Christian spirituality; this volume also includes a historical and theological orientation to each major period and a theological/biographical introduction to each spiritual master. Indexed by person; key word; and Bible references; Invitation to Christian Spirituality serves as an ideal text for courses in Christian spirituality; history of Christianity; and introduction to Christianity.