School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses
Date of Award
9-15-2006
Document Type
Graduate Paper
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Theology
Department
School of Theology and Seminary
First Advisor
Columba Stewart, OSB
Subject Categories
Religion
Abstract
This paper provides evidence and understanding of how Syncletica, a fourth and fifth century Alexandrian ascetical woman, developed her ascetical life; first within the movement of consecrated virgins which was evident in the Christian world of her time, and later in life as an anchorite, where she became renowned within the category of a desert mother. This paper stresses the value of using modern historical method to discuss Syncletica, as well the need to understand her within the spiritual uniqueness of the eastern Christian desert tradition, of which is claimed as representative.
Recommended Citation
Dreyer, Susan OSB, "Syncletica: Urban Ascetic and Desert Mother" (2006). School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses. 14.
https://digitalcommons.csbsju.edu/sot_papers/14
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