The Most Ancient Lives of Saint Patrick
Including the Life by Jocelin, Hitherto Unpublished in America, and His Extant WritingsBy Various
Length9h 52m
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The Most Ancient Lives of Saint Patrick is a foundational text that explores the life and legacy of Ireland's patron saint through a collection of early hagiographies. These narratives, composed in the 5th and 9th centuries, illuminate not only the miraculous deeds attributed to Patrick but also the sociocultural landscape of early medieval Ireland. Rich in allegory and moral teaching, the literary style is characterized by a blend of folklore, theology, and national identity, reflecting the complexities of a society transitioning from paganism to Christianity. The various authors of these accounts, writing within the context of a burgeoning Christian Ireland, were likely motivated by a desire to affirm and solidify Patrick's significance as a cultural and spiritual icon. Through their works, they aimed to establish a sense of unity and purpose within the Christian community, while also providing a historical foundation for a rapidly evolving nation. Their collective effort underscores how the legacy of Saint Patrick was constructed and perpetuated through evolving narratives over centuries. This anthology is essential for scholars and general readers alike, offering a vital glimpse into the intricacies of Irish history and spirituality. By reading The Most Ancient Lives of Saint Patrick, one not only gains insight into the life of a pivotal figure but also engages with the rich tapestry of myth and history that continues to shape Irish identity today.
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GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length9 hrs 52 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 27, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE CONFESSION OF ST. PATRICK.
26XXI.
2THE BEGINNING OF THE BOOKS OF THE BISHOP ST. PATRICK.
27XXII.
3ST. PATRICK'S EPISTLE TO COROTICUS.
28XXIII.
4ST. PATRICK'S EPISTLE TO THE CHRISTIAN SUBJECTS OF THE TYRANT COROTICUS.: [Illustration: The Saint Patrick of Ancient Ages.]
29XXIV.
5ST. FIECH'S METRICAL LIFE OF ST. PATRICK.
30XXV.
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6Written in the Irish Language about 1,400 years ago.
31XXVI.
7II.
32XXVII.
8III.
33XXVIII.
9IV.
34XXIX.
10V.
35XXX.
11VI.
36XXXI.
12VII.
37XXXII.
13VIII.
38XXXIII.
14IX.
39XXXIV.: [Illustration: The Saint Patrick of Medieval Times.]
15X.
40TRIPARTITE LIFE.
16XI.
41PART I.
17XII.
42PART II.
18XIII.
43PART III.
19XIV.
44THE PROEME OF JOCELIN.: [Illustration: The Saint Patrick of Our Own Century.]
20XV.
45THE LIFE AND ACTS OF ST. PATRICK.
21XVI.
46CHAPTER I.
22XVII.
47CHAPTER II.
23XVIII.
48How a Fountain burst forth, and how Sight and Learning were given to the Blind.
24XIX.
49CHAPTER III.
25XX.
50Of the Stone of Saint Patrick.
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