This volume contains the synoptic presentation of the vita of Pachomius, founder of Coptic monasteries, who lived from the late third until the mid-forth century CE. The main focus is placed on the Sahidic text, which is flanked by the Bohairic and Greek versions for comparison. The long preface gives a detailed overview of the history and formation of Christian monasticism.

Autorentext

Stefan Bojowald, University of Bonn, Germany.