Handmaid of the Lord: Mary, the Cistercians, and Armand-Jean de Ranc? by David N

Description: Handmaid of the Lord by David N. Bell, Armand-Jean de Ranc� "An exploration of what Cistercian writers and preachers have said about Mary from the time of the founding fathers of the Order to Armand-Jean de Rancâe"-- FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In this book, David N. Bell explores what Cistercian writers and preachers have said about Mary from the time of the founding fathers of the Order to Armand-Jean de Rancé, who introduced the Cistercian Strict Observance and who died in 1700. This work is divided into three parts. The first part presents some selective background material on Mary that is necessary for understanding where the Cistercian writers are coming from and the sources and ideas they are using. The next eight chapters, the second part of the book, examine the Marian ideas of Cistercian writers from Bernard of Clairvaux to a number of visionaries, both male and female, who take us to the very end of the thirteenth century. There is then a gap of more than three centuries—the reasons are given at the end of chapter 12—before we arrive at the birth of Armand-Jean de Rancé in 1626. The final chapters—part 3 of the book—summarize the life of Rancé, examine the place of Mary at La Trappe, and present annotated translations of Rancés five conferences for three Marian feasts: the Nativity of Mary, the Annunciation, and the Assumption. Author Biography David N. Bell is professor emeritus of religious studies and dean of theology at Queens College, St. Johns, Newfoundland, and canon theologian in the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in St. Johns. He is the author of a number of books published by Cistercian Publications, including Handmaid of the Lord:Mary, the Cistercians, and Armand-Jean de Rancé (CS293, 2021), Everyday Life at La Trappe under Armand-Jean de Rancé (CS274, 2018), and A Saint in the Sun: Praising Saint Bernard in the France of Louis XIV (CS271, 2017). Table of Contents Contents List of Abbreviations ix Introduction What This Book Is, and What It Is Not 1Part One: Mary Chapter One Birth and Death 11 Chapter Two Themes and Titles 28 Chapter Three A Question of Sin 44 Chapter Four Conception and Misconception 59Part Two: The Cistercians Chapter Five Cistercian Beginnings and Bernard of Clairvaux 79 Chapter Six Two Disciples of Bernard: William of Saint-Thierry and Guerric of Igny 96 Chapter Seven Bernards Secretary and Biographer: Geoffrey of Auxerre 112 Chapter Eight Two Travelers: Isaac of Stella and Amadeus of Lausanne 129 Chapter Nine An English Abbot: Aelred of Rievaulx 148 Chapter Ten Two Neglected Sources: Stephen of Sawley and Ogier of Locedio 166 Chapter Eleven Mary at Forde: Baldwin, John, and Roger 190 Chapter Twelve Mary and the Visionaries 207Part Three: Armand-Jean de Rancé Chapter Thirteen The Virgin at La Trappe 233 Chapter Fourteen Armand-Jean de Rancé: The Conference for the Feast of the Nativity of the Virgin 259 Chapter Fifteen Armand-Jean de Rancé: The Conference for the Feast of the Annunciation 284 Chapter Sixteen Armand-Jean de Rancé: The First Conference for the Feast of the Assumption 303 Chapter Seventeen Armand-Jean de Rancé: The Second Conference for the Feast of the Assumption 320 Chapter Eighteen Armand-Jean de Rancé: The Third Conference for the Feast of the Assumption 337 Chapter Nineteen Drawing the Threads Together: The Cistercians and Mary 352 Select Bibliography 372 Index of Persons 381 Index of Principal Marian Themes 386 Review "In this book, David Bell offers his characteristic erudition in an accessible and engaging way, leading us from the life of Mary of Nazareth to her enshrinement as model of humility and monastic life in the thought of Armand-Jean de Rancé, leader of the monastic reform at la Trappe. This journey takes an extended sojourn among the Cistercians of the 12th and 13th centuries, correcting misperceptions and putting fine detail on the common generalizations about the flourishing devotion to Mary in these centuries. And like a suspense story, the conflicts about the Immaculate Conception and other Marian controversies are recounted with verve. Concluding with his new translations of Rancés conferences on Marian feasts, David Bell provides a magisterial work that can serve as a reference point for any of the many subjects covered here."Anne L. Clark, Professor of Religion, University of Vermont"David Bell has the enviable talent of making obscure subjects not only interesting but fascinating. He ferrets out detail and anecdote to bring what we might otherwise think of as staid characters or situations to startling life, in all their living, breathing contradictions. In Handmaid of the Lord he excavates for us the place of Mary in the Cistercian tradition, touching on not only the well-known in Bernard of Clairvaux, but also the neglected, such as Stephen of Sawley and Ogier of Locedio, leading us finally to the surprising reverence given to Mary at La Trappe under the putatively stern Abbot Rancé. Bells wit, sometimes caustic, and his erudition shine out of every page. This book will be indispensable for anyone interested in Marys role among the Cistercians, but also in the church at large. A thoroughly enjoyable read."Fr. Lawrence Morey, OCSO"Another delightful book from David Bells prolific pen, permeated by his seemingly effortless erudition and comprehensive knowledge of Cistercian authors – both the figureheads and those who are more obscure."Mette Birkedal Bruun, Professor of Church History, University of Copenhagen"If a reader ever doubted that Cistercian spirituality and Mariology are inseparable those doubts will be erased by David Bells wonderful narrative, organized, and written in a style to please the student or scholar of Mariology, as well as the novice."Catholic Books Review"Bell has produced a compelling exploration of western Mariology in the long duree through the prism of the Cistercian tradition, and an invitation to scholars to return to Rance, in particular; but his work is also an impetus for others to continue telling the story up to the present day. For a student of Mariology or monasticism, this latest output from a giant in the field is quite as challenging and thought-provoking as it is a pleasure to read."The Journal of Medieval Monastic Studies Long Description In this book, David N. Bell explores what Cistercian writers and preachers have said about Mary from the time of the founding fathers of the Order to Armand-Jean de Ranc Details ISBN0879071885 Short Title Handmaid of the Lord Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 0879071885 ISBN-13 9780879071882 Format Paperback DEWEY 232.91 Country of Publication United States Pages 400 Publisher Liturgical Press Publication Date 2021-10-25 Imprint Liturgical Press AU Release Date 2021-10-25 NZ Release Date 2021-10-25 US Release Date 2021-10-25 UK Release Date 2021-10-25 Translator David N. Bell Author Armand-Jean de Ranc Edition Description Annotated edition Series Cistercian Studies Series Place of Publication Collegeville, MN Alternative 9780879075880 Audience General Audience Age 22-90 Subtitle Mary, the Cistercians, and Armand-Jean de Ranc We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:133846798;

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