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The Ayenbite of Inwyt (Remorse of Conscience)
A Translation of Parts into Modern EnglishBy D'Orléans active 1279 Laurent, Dan active 14th century MichelLength1h 47m
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The Ayenbite of Inwyt (Remorse of Conscience) is a remarkably intricate anthology that delves into the medieval exploration of moral introspection and spiritual reflection. Featuring a kaleidoscope of narratives from the 13th and 14th centuries, this collection illuminates the rich tapestry of medieval thought and emotion. By weaving together diverse literary expressions'Äîfrom allegorical musings to moral tales'Äîthis work offers a compelling glimpse into the period's wrestle with themes of conscience and morality. Within its pages, readers will find both poignant anecdotes and profound reflections, making this anthology a paragon of medieval literary diversity. The anthology brings together the works of writers like D'Orl√©ans active 1279 Laurent and Dan active 14th century Michel, whose contributions illuminate the shared preoccupation with guilt, redemption, and the intrinsic human struggle for ethical clarity. These authors, emerging from the French tradition, contribute to a larger cultural and literary continuum that fostered the growth of moral literature in medieval Europe. With backgrounds mirroring the complexities of their era, these creators infuse the collection with a profound depth, capturing the spirit of their historical milieu and the perennial challenge of human conscience. The Ayenbite of Inwyt invites readers into a venerable world of reflection, offering a unique exploration of medieval conscience through a rich tapestry of voices. This anthology is not only an educational journey into the past but also an opportunity to engage with enduring ethical questions through multifaceted perspectives. Ideal for readers and scholars alike, it fosters a dialogue between the varied works, urging a deeper understanding of the spiritual and moral underpinnings of medieval society.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory, Literary Classics
Length1 hr 47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 15, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE AYENBITE OF INWYT.
23THE SEVENTH BOUGH OF PRIDE.
2THE FIRST COMMANDMENT.
24THE SECOND HEAD OF THE BEAST OF HELL.
3THE SECOND COMMANDMENT.
25THE SINS AGAINST THE HOLY GHOST.
4THE THIRD COMMANDMENT.
26THE THIRD HEAD OF THE EVIL BEAST.
5THE FOURTH COMMANDMENT.
27THE FOURTH HEAD OF THE EVIL BEAST OF HELL.
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6THE FIFTH COMMANDMENT.
28THE PERIL OF SLACKNESS.
7THE SIXTH COMMANDMENT.
29THE SIX POINTS OF SLOTH THAT BRING MAN TO HIS END.
8THE SEVENTH COMMANDMENT.
30THE FIFTH HEAD OF THE BEAST.
9THE EIGHTH COMMANDMENT.
31THE SECOND BOUGH OF COVETOUSNESS.
10THE NINTH COMMANDMENT.
32THE THIRD BOUGH OF AVARICE.
11THE TENTH COMMANDMENT.
33THE FOURTH BOUGH OF AVARICE.
12THE TWELVE ARTICLES OF THE CHRISTIAN BELIEF.
34THE FIFTH BOUGH OF AVARICE.
13OF THE REVELATION THAT ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST SAW.
35THE SIXTH BOUGH OF AVARICE.
14THE TOKENS OF THE HEADS OF THE BEASTS.
36THE SEVENTH BOUGH OF AVARICE.
15THE FIRST HEAD OF THE BEAST.
37THE EIGHTH BOUGH OF AVARICE.
16THE MIGHT OF PRIDE.
38THE NINTH BOUGH OF AVARICE.
17HOW ONE SHALL DIVIDE THE SEVEN BOUGHS OF PRIDE.
39THE TENTH BOUGH OF AVARICE.
18THE SECOND BOUGH OF PRIDE.
40A Tale.
19THE THIRD BOUGH OF PRIDE.
41THE SIXTH HEAD OF THE BEAST.
20THE FOURTH BOUGH OF PRIDE.
42THE SEVENTH HEAD OF THE BEAST.
21THE FIFTH BOUGH OF PRIDE.
43Transcriber’s Notes
22THE SIXTH BOUGH OF PRIDE.