Instructions - Paperback

by St Columba of Iona (Author), D. P. Curtin (Translator)

This work, which in its original Latin was 'Instructiones' is a composition by the Irish St. Columba, dedicated to provided moral direction for the various people in the care of the saint and his disciples. This largely entails a rejection of personal pride, a commitment to poverty and chastity, and an indwelling sense of restrain that should be observed at all times. These are intended to form a sense of personal moral discipline and insight into our own psychological limitations. This text is presented in both its original Latin, as well as an English translation.