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Prayers and Meditations on the Life of Christ

Religious Treatise Concerning Life, Passion and ResurrectionBy Thomas à Kempis

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In 'Prayers and Meditations on the Life of Christ,' Thomas à Kempis intricately weaves profound contemplation with fervent devotion, offering readers a transformative exploration of Christ's life and teachings. This seminal work, steeped in the devotional literature of medieval Christianity, reflects à Kempis's unique blend of mysticism and practicality through a series of poignant meditations and heartfelt prayers. The text serves not only as a spiritual guide but also as an invitation to deeper communion with the divine, encouraging readers to reflect on their own lives in the light of Christ's examples. Crafted in a plain yet evocative style, the work stands as a compelling testament to the importance of spiritual regeneration and personal humility in the quest for a Christ-centered life. Thomas à Kempis (c. 1380-1471) was a Dutch canon and a prominent figure in the tradition of Christian mysticism. His profound influence as a devotional writer emerged from the context of the Brethren of the Common Life, a religious community known for emphasizing piety and personal relationship with God. This environment undoubtedly shaped his perspective, allowing him to synthesize deep theological insights with the everyday experiences of solitude and prayer, making his reflections accessible and relatable. Recommended for anyone seeking spiritual depth, 'Prayers and Meditations on the Life of Christ' is a timeless guide for personal reflection and contemplation. This work is essential for both scholars and laypeople interested in understanding Christ's role in nurturing a profound inner life. Through à Kempis's eloquent prayers, readers will find not only solace but also inspiration to pursue a more devout and compassionate existence.

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1Prayers and Meditations on the Life of Christ

46CHAPTER XIX Of the Wounds of Jesus, and the shedding of His precious Blood

2INTRODUCTION

47CHAPTER XX Of the tender pleading of Jesus for His enemies

3PREFACE

48CHAPTER XXI Of the plundering, and the sharing of the garments of Christ

4CHAPTER I Devout thanksgivings for the whole Life of Jesus Christ, the Mediator between God and man: and firstly a prayer arousing the soul to the praise of God

49CHAPTER XXII Of the revilings of the Jews, and the strong perseverance of Jesus on the Cross

5CHAPTER II A Prayer concerning the creation of the first man, and his unhappy fall

50CHAPTER XXIII Of the Word spoken on the Cross to the thief

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6CHAPTER III Of the reinstatement of man, and the promise of Christ&#x27;s coming

51CHAPTER XXIV Of the illustrious title of the Name of Jesus set up above His Head upon the Cross

7CHAPTER IV Of the redemption of the human race by the mystery of the Incarnate Word

52CHAPTER XXV Of the suffering of the Lord with His Mother&#x27;s grief and His commendation the one to the other of Blessed Mary and St. John

8CHAPTER V Of the birth and poverty of the Lord Jesus

53CHAPTER XXVI Of the transcendent virtues of the Blessed Virgin, and of her grief and tears

9CHAPTER VI Of the hardships and want of Jesus in His low estate

54CHAPTER XXVII Of the lonely dereliction of the Lord Jesus on the Cross

10CHAPTER VII Of the crying of the Infant Jesus

55CHAPTER XXVIII Of the thirst of the Lord Jesus as He hung upon the Cross

11CHAPTER VIII Of the suckling of the hungry Jesus

56CHAPTER XXIX Of the fulfilment of the Scriptures in the death of Christ; and of the Word &quot; It is finished.&quot;

12CHAPTER IX Of the painful Circumcision of the Lord Jesus

57CHAPTER XXX Of the woeful departure from this world of the Lord Jesus

13CHAPTER X Of the bestowal of the Saving Name of Jesus

58CHAPTER XXXI Of the wan and piteous appearance of Jesus, when on His Soul leaving His Body, evident signs of death showed themselves in Him

14CHAPTER XI Of the Epiphany of Jesus, and the devout oblation of the Holy Kings

59CHAPTER XXXII Of the cruel piercing of the most sacred Side of the Lord Jesus after His death

15CHAPTER XII Of the Purification of Blessed Mary and the Presentation of Jesus

60CHAPTER XXXIII The taking down of the Lord Jesus from the Cross

16CHAPTER XIII Of the persecution of Jesus, and His flight into Egypt

61CHAPTER XXXIV Prayers to the several parts of Christ&#x27;s Body: and first to His Feet

17CHAPTER XIV Of the Holy Innocents, put to death by Herod for the Name of Jesus

62CHAPTER XXXV Of the adorable Burial of the Lord Jesus

18CHAPTER XV Of the finding of Jesus in the Temple

63CHAPTER I Of the victory of our Lord Jesus Christ upon the Cross, His triumph over death, and His most joyful Resurrection from the grave

19CHAPTER XVI Of the holy and hidden life of the lowly Jesus

64CHAPTER II Of the devout visitation of the Holy Sepulchre of our Lord Jesus Christ

20CHAPTER XVII Of the Baptism of Jesus, and our sanctification in its waters

65CHAPTER III Of the appearance of Jesus to Mary Magdalene in the form of a gardener

21CHAPTER XVIII Of the fasting, and the temptations, of the all-unconquered Jesus

66CHAPTER IV Of the great merits, and privileges of grace, of blessed Mary Magdalene

22CHAPTER XIX Of the holy preachings and the saving Doctrine of Jesus

67CHAPTER V Of holy Mary Magdalene s great sorrow of heart at the Passion of the Lord

23CHAPTER XX Of the glorious miracles, and the kindness and goodness of Jesus

68CHAPTER VI Of the joyful and loving appearance of Christ to His Mother when she had withdrawn to her secret chamber

24CHAPTER XXI Of the Example, and the Holy Life, of Jesus, and His tribulations in the world

69CHAPTER VII Of the appearance of Christ to St Peter in secret; and of St. Peter&#x27;s running with St. John to the Sepulchre

25CHAPTER XXII Of the Feast of Palms, and the lowly entry of Jesus into Jerusalem

70CHAPTER VIII A prayer for obtaining from God the grace of tears

26CHAPTER XXIII Of the Lord&#x27;s Supper, in which, after partaking of the Paschal Lamb, Christ Jesus instituted the Sacrament of His Own Body and Blood

71CHAPTER IX Of the profit and grace of holy tears

27CHAPTER XXIV Of the Washing of the feet, and the sacred discourse of Jesus, at the Supper

72CHAPTER X Of the tears of Jesus over Lazarus

28CHAPTER I Of the selling of Jesus by the perfidious traitor Judas

73CHAPTER XI Of the appearance of Christ, in the form of a Stranger, to the two disciples going to Emmaus

29CHAPTER II Of the sadness and dread which Jesus endured for our sakes

74CHAPTER XII Of the recognition of Christ in the breaking of bread

30CHAPTER III The thrice-repeated prayer, the prostration before the Father of the Lord Jesus, and the resignation by Him of His Own Will

75CHAPTER XIII Of the appearance of Christ to the disciples in Jerusalem when it was late, and the doors were shut

31CHAPTER IV How the Lord Jesus went to meet His betrayer

76CHAPTER XIV Of the appearance of Christ, on the octave of Easter, when St. Thomas the Apostle was present

32CHAPTER V The fell seizure and leading away of the Lord Jesus

77CHAPTER XV Of the touching of the sacred Wounds of Christ by the hand of St. Thomas the Apostle

33CHAPTER VI The forsaking of the Lord Jesus, and the flight of the Apostles

78CHAPTER XVI A prayer concerning the five sacred Wounds of Jesus Christ

34CHAPTER VII The arraignment of the Lord Jesus before Annas, the Priest

79CHAPTER XVII Of the Armorial bearings of Christ, the Cross, the Nails, the Spear, and the Crown of Thorns

35CHAPTER VIII Of Blessed Peter, the Apostle&#x27;s, thrice-repeated denial

80CHAPTER XVIII Of the appearance of Christ to the seven disciples as they were fishing in the Sea of Tiberias

36CHAPTER IX The leading away of the Lord Jesus from Annas to Caiaphas the Priest, and the Lord&#x27;s standing before him

81CHAPTER XIX Of the meal taken by Christ with those same disciples of His

37CHAPTER X The insults, the mockings, and the smitings of the Head, of the Lord Jesus

82CHAPTER XX Of the sweet converse of Jesus with St. Peter and St. John the Apostle about loving Him

38CHAPTER XI The arraignment and the standing, of the Lord Jesus before Pilate

83CHAPTER XXI Of the appearance of Christ to the eleven disciples on Mount Thabor in Galilee

39CHAPTER XII How the Lord Jesus was set at nought by Herod

84CHAPTER I Of the Ascension of the Lord, and of His last appearance

40CHAPTER XIII Concerning the savage clamour of the Jews,— Away with Him! Crucify Him!

85CHAPTER II Of the appearance of Angels in white garments

41CHAPTER XIV The stripping naked, the binding to the pillar, and the scourging of the Lord Jesus

86CHAPTER III Of the sending of the Holy Ghost upon the disciples of Christ at the Feast of Pentecost

42CHAPTER XV Of the stripping the mocking the crowning, and the smiting of the Head, of the Lord Jesus

87CHAPTER IV A Prayer of thanksgiving to Christ for His Incarnation, Passion, Resurrection, Ascension, and Mission of the Holy Ghost with a fuller bestowal of gifts

43CHAPTER XVI Of the unjust condemnation of Jesus to death

88CHAPTER V Prayer concerning the gifts of the Holy Ghost against divers diseases of the soul

44CHAPTER XVII Of the bearing by Jesus of His Cross, and His being led forth to the place which was called Calvary

89CHAPTER VI A prayer concerning the cheerful praise of the Angels in Heaven, and for obtaining the grace of devotion in the Divine Office

45CHAPTER XVIII Of the Crucifixion, naked, of the Lord Jesus and of His hanging for many long hours aloft upon the Cross

90CHAPTER VII Of the preaching of the Apostles, and the spreading of the most Holy Name of our Lord Jesus Christ throughout the world, for the Salvation of men