Jerry Sittser

Dr. Jerry Sittser discusses the historical origins of a rule of life, tracing it back to early monasticism and biblical teachings. The podcast explores the rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire amidst challenges like volcanic eruptions and plagues. It also delves into the development of monastic practices, the significance of aesthetic disciplines like fasting and celibacy, and the impacts of historical movements and Reformation critiques on the concept of a rule of life.