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On the Eight Principal Vices
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Evagrius Ponticus's On the Eight Principal Vices outlines a taxonomy of thoughts (logismoi) and vices that hinder contemplative life, forming a basis for later lists of deadly sins.
Written in the fourth century, it served as a practical manual for monks striving for purity of heart and persistent prayer.
Evagrius details the origins and remedies for each vice, influencing John Cassian and later Christian thinkers.
The treatise shaped ascetic practice and theological reflection on sin and virtue across Eastern and Western monasticism.
Its psychological nuance and pastoral focus make it a key early text on spiritual formation.
Written in the fourth century, it served as a practical manual for monks striving for purity of heart and persistent prayer.
Evagrius details the origins and remedies for each vice, influencing John Cassian and later Christian thinkers.
The treatise shaped ascetic practice and theological reflection on sin and virtue across Eastern and Western monasticism.
Its psychological nuance and pastoral focus make it a key early text on spiritual formation.
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168. Virtue / Vice
