EPISODE · Jun 23, 2026 · 25 MIN
The Word Unveiled - Thomas à Kempis and the Imitation of Christ
from The Word Unveiled · host St. Malachy
In this episode of the Word Unveiled, host Gordon Peck takes us on a fascinating journey back to the late Middle Ages to explore the backstory and impact of the most published book in history next to the Bible: The Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis. Dive into the historical turmoil of the 1400s, including: the political manipulation of the Church that left believers searching for deeper, personal spiritual stability and how the horrors of the plague gave rise to a call for true inner conversion. #twu #thewordunveiled #thomasakempis
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In this episode of the Word Unveiled, host Gordon Peck takes us on a fascinating journey back to the late Middle Ages to explore the backstory and impact of the most published book in history next to the Bible: The Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis. Dive into the historical turmoil of the 1400s, including: the political manipulation of the Church that left believers searching for deeper, personal spiritual stability and how the horrors of the plague gave rise to a call for true inner conversion. #twu #thewordunveiled #thomasakempis
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