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The spiritual counsels of Mark, a fifth century monk in Asia Minor, are equally rich in theological insight and historical interest. His writings were deeply valued by Byzantine ascetics, were circulated during the Reformation, and were read by Lutheran divines and Roman theologians. The general level of interest in his works during the first half of the second millennium is eloquently reported...

been brought down and killed, then the whole force of evil spirits will be weakened and can be destroyed. The three strong giants of the Evil One under consideration here are those that have already been mentioned: ignorance, the mother of all evils; forgetfulness, its brother and co-worker and assistant; and laziness, which weaves the dark cloak and veil that blankets the soul like a dark cloud. (3) Laziness supports and strengthens the other two, providing a foundation for them and shaping persistent
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