{"title":"Thomas à Kempis","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the profound works of Thomas à Kempis. Born in 1380, this German-Dutch canon regular was a prominent member of the Brothers of the Common Life. He is celebrated for his spiritual masterpiece, \u003cem\u003eThe Imitation of Christ\u003c\/em\u003e, a classic text in Christian devotional literature, revered for its depth and insight into the practice of Christian spirituality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThomas à Kempis's writings offer profound reflections on the life of Jesus Christ and provide guidance for those seeking a deeper connection with their faith. His works fall under the Religion \u0026amp; Spirituality category and are known for their clarity, wisdom, and practical advice on achieving a more devout and meaningful life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our curated selection of Thomas à Kempis's writings to discover texts that have inspired countless individuals over centuries, guiding them on their spiritual journeys with timeless wisdom and heartfelt devotions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-imitation-of-christ-by-thomas-a-kempis-9780141191768","title":"The Imitation of Christ","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA new translation of one of the best-loved and most important books of Christianity, by the Very Revd. Robert Jeffery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most influential and well-loved books of Christianity, \u003cem\u003eThe Imitation of Christ\u003c\/em\u003e is a passionate celebration of God's love, mercy and holiness, which has stimulated religious devotion for over five hundred years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith great personal conviction and deep humanity, Thomas à Kempis (1380-1471) demonstrates the individual's reliance on God and on the words of Christ, and the futility of a life without faith. He explores ideas such as humility, compassion, patience, and tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThomas spent some seventy years of his life in the reclusive environment of monasteries, yet in this astonishing work, he demonstrates an encompassing understanding of human nature, while his writing speaks to readers of every age and every nation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46504397570284,"sku":"9780141191768","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6719663482238.jpg?v=1748646693"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/thomas-a-kempis.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}