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One of the best-loved spiritual classics of all time is now more accessible than ever. While many contemporary readers seek the richness of classical spirituality, some find the language and thought patterns of The Imitation of Christ distant and difficult to understand. Fr. Dennis Billy, noted teacher and spiritual guide, helps today’s readers interpret The Imitation by raising their awareness...

of all baptized Christians (especially the laity) and “the way of the counsels” that of a chosen elite (especially religious and clergy). Only recently has this deeply entrenched outlook begun to change. The documents of Vatican II recognize a unique way to God in each vocational state and steer clear of any undue hierarchical comparisons.2 When reading The Imitation, we should be conscious of both the audience for which it was originally intended and the understanding of holiness that supports its
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