Publisher's Synopsis
The Enchiridion or Manual of a Christian Knight is a book written by the Dutch humanist and philosopher Desiderius Erasmus. It was first published in 1503 and is considered to be one of Erasmus' most important works. The book is a guide for Christian living and provides practical advice for those seeking to live a virtuous life. The Enchiridion is divided into four sections, each of which deals with a different aspect of Christian life. The first section discusses the importance of faith and the need to cultivate a personal relationship with God. The second section focuses on the virtues of humility, patience, and compassion, and their importance in building strong relationships with others. The third section deals with the role of prayer and meditation in the Christian life, while the fourth and final section offers practical advice on how to live a virtuous life in the world.Throughout the book, Erasmus emphasizes the importance of living a simple and humble life, avoiding the temptations of wealth and power, and focusing on the needs of others. He also stresses the importance of personal responsibility and the need to take ownership of one's actions and decisions.Overall, the Enchiridion is a thoughtful and insightful guide to Christian living, offering practical advice and wisdom that is still relevant today. It is a must-read for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Christianity and live a more virtuous life.This book contains a compendious treatise of the soldier of Christ called Enchiridion, which Erasmus of Rotterdam wrote unto a certain courtier, a friend of his. Written in Old English text.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.
