School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses
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Date of Award
2-17-1998
Document Type
Graduate Paper
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Theology
Department
School of Theology and Seminary
First Advisor
Columba Stewart OSB
Subject Categories
Biblical Studies | Christianity | History of Christianity | Religion
Abstract
The psalms have been prayed by Christians since Old Testament times and are at the center for persons who follow the monastic way of life. In this study I have attempted to research the use of psalmody in the early monastic era, the third - fifth centuries, seeing how it was a formation tool in the lives of these monastics, a powerful agent in their conversion process. First I set forth several themes and basic understandings foundational to this study. I then examine several writings, Rules, and lives of the early monastics to see how the power of psalmody affected their lives. I conclude with a reflection on how psalmody continues to touch the lives of modern day Christians, and specifically the lives of monastics.
Recommended Citation
Schroeder, Elaine OSB, "The Psalms Formational Tools for Monastics" (1998). School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses. 1813.
https://digitalcommons.csbsju.edu/sot_papers/1813
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