From the School for the Lord's Service to the World: The Monastic Life of Saint Charles de Foucauld

The article focuses on the monastic life of Saint Charles de Foucauld, tracing his journey from his time with the Trappists to his unique ministry among economically disadvantaged Muslims in Algeria. It explores his aristocratic upbringing, military career, exploratory expeditions, and eventual conv...

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Main Author: Butler, Jay ca. 20./21. Jh. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Cistercian Studies Quarterly 2023
In: Cistercian studies quarterly
Year: 2023, Volume: 58, Issue: 4, Pages: 403-427
RelBib Classification:BJ Islam
CB Christian life; spirituality
CC Christianity and Non-Christian religion; Inter-religious relations
KAH Church history 1648-1913; modern history
KBG France
KBL Near East and North Africa
KCA Monasticism; religious orders
Further subjects:B Muslims
B Algeria
B Christianity
B Trappists
B Foucauld, Charles de, 1858-1916
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Summary:The article focuses on the monastic life of Saint Charles de Foucauld, tracing his journey from his time with the Trappists to his unique ministry among economically disadvantaged Muslims in Algeria. It explores his aristocratic upbringing, military career, exploratory expeditions, and eventual conversion to Christianity, shedding light on the transformative experiences that led him to embrace a contemplative life and serve as a universal brother.
ISSN:1062-6549
Contains:Enthalten in: Cistercian studies quarterly