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From the Holy Mountain

A Journey Among the Christians of the Middle East

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William Dalrymple

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510 Seiten
18 Lesestunden

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Set against the backdrop of the Byzantine world in 587 A.D., the narrative follows two monks, John Moschos and his pupil Sophronius, as they embark on a transformative journey across diverse landscapes. They gather wisdom from ascetic figures while witnessing the looming upheaval caused by the rise of Islam. In a modern parallel, William Dalrymple retraces their steps, using Moschos's writings as a guide, creating a poignant reflection on a civilization in decline. This intertwining of past and present offers profound insights into cultural and spiritual legacies.