The Life of Saint Macrina

by Gregory of Nyssa and St Gregory of Nyssa

Book Overview

Saint Macrina (327 - 370) was a major guiding force in the early development of monasticism and it was through her example that her brother, Saint Basil the Great, was inspired to establish one of the first monastic communities. This life, written by her other famous brother, Saint Gregory of Nyssa, is one of the masterpieces of Christian literature.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1597523895
• ISBN13: 9781597523899
• Release Date: September 2005
• Publisher: Wipf & Stock Publishers
• Length: 74 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 5.6" x 8.2"