In his Conferences, John Cassian relates the story of a monk who failed in his discretion. This monk, who remains unnamed, is tempted to repeat the sacrifice of Abraham, who was called to give up his only son Isaac: Why also should I speak of one (whose name we had rather not mention as he [...]
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Posted in Abraham, John Cassian, Søren Kierkegaard on September 19, 2011 | 6 Comments »
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