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The book ""St. Maximus The Confessor: The Ascetic Life, The Four Centuries On Charity"" by Sherwood, Polycarp is a comprehensive guide to the life and teachings of St. Maximus the Confessor, a prominent Christian theologian and philosopher of the 7th century. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which focuses on St. Maximus' ascetic life and the second on his Four Centuries on Charity.In the first part, Sherwood provides a detailed account of St. Maximus' life, including his upbringing, his education, and his spiritual journey. She also explores his teachings on asceticism, which emphasize the importance of self-discipline, detachment from worldly pleasures, and the cultivation of virtues such as humility and love.The second part of the book focuses on St. Maximus' Four Centuries on Charity, a series of four hundred short sayings on the nature of love and charity. Sherwood provides a detailed analysis of each saying, exploring its meaning and significance in the context of St. Maximus' broader theological and philosophical teachings.Overall, ""St. Maximus The Confessor: The Ascetic Life, The Four Centuries On Charity"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the life and teachings of this important figure in Christian history. Sherwood's clear and insightful commentary makes St. Maximus' complex ideas accessible to a wide audience, while also providing valuable insights for scholars and theologians.From The Series Ancient Christian Writers, Number 21, Edited By Johannes Quasten And Joseph Plumpe.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.