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The Of Iona An Anthology: A Journey Through Time and Spirituality

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The Isle of Iona is a small island off the coast of Scotland that has been a center of Celtic Christianity for centuries. The island is home to Iona Abbey, which was founded by St. Columba in the 6th century. Iona Abbey was a major center of learning and spirituality in the early Middle Ages, and it played a key role in the spread of Christianity throughout Scotland and beyond.

The Book of Iona: An Anthology

by Colette Mourey

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The Of Iona An Anthology is a comprehensive collection of writings about the Isle of Iona. The anthology includes essays, poems, prayers, and songs by a wide range of authors, from early Christian monks to modern-day pilgrims. The anthology is divided into four sections:

The Early Church on Iona

The Middle Ages

The Reformation and After

The Iona Community

The first section of the anthology includes writings by early Christian monks who lived on Iona. These writings provide a glimpse into the life and spirituality of the early Celtic Church. The second section of the anthology includes writings from the Middle Ages, when Iona Abbey was a major center of learning and spirituality. This section includes writings by some of the most famous Celtic saints, such as St. Columba and St. Aidan.

The third section of the anthology includes writings from the Reformation and after. This section includes writings by Scottish reformers such as John Knox and Andrew Melville. It also includes writings by later visitors to Iona, such as Samuel Johnson and Thomas Carlyle.

The fourth section of the anthology includes writings by members of the Iona Community. The Iona Community is a Christian community that was founded on Iona in 1938. The community is dedicated to the renewal of the Celtic Christian tradition. This section of the anthology includes writings by some of the most prominent members of the Iona Community, such as George MacLeod and John Bell.

The Of Iona An Anthology is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in the history and spirituality of the Isle of Iona. The anthology provides a wide range of perspectives on Iona, from the early Christian monks to the modern-day pilgrims. The anthology is a testament to the enduring power of Celtic Christianity and the continuing importance of Iona as a place of pilgrimage and spirituality.