The Country Parson

By George Herbert

The Country Parson - George Herbert
  • Release Date: 2026-06-21
  • Genre: Christianity
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A faithful modern-English edition of George Herbert's classic guide to the pastoral life. Written in the 1630s by a poet-priest who served a small rural parish, "The Country Parson" offers timeless wisdom for anyone seeking to live with integrity, service, and spiritual depth. Herbert's advice is practical: how to preach effectively, how to counsel the troubled, how to manage a household, and how to maintain humility in the face of temptation. His vision is gentle but demanding, rooted in Scripture and the Book of Common Prayer. This edition renders Herbert's 17th-century prose into clear, accessible modern English while preserving his characteristic warmth, wit, and piety. Whether you are a pastor, a spiritual seeker, or a lover of classic literature, this book will inspire you to find holiness in the ordinary duties of life. Part of The Modern Wisdom Library.

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