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Treasured by saints, popes, martyrs, and ordinary Christians for over half a millennium, this 15th-century masterpiece by Thomas &agrave; Kempis guides the soul to detach from worldly anxieties and embrace a hidden, intimate life with Jesus Christ. This unique, premium <strong>Zipper Edition</strong> beautifully marries the book's deep spiritual reverence with everyday practicality. Designed for a life in motion, the durable cover and secure zipper closure protect the sacred text from wear, moisture, and rough handling. Whether on your daily commute, a rigorous spiritual retreat, or a holy pilgrimage, this edition ensures that the roadmap to interior peace and holy simplicity is always within reach.</p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.6;\">Thomas &agrave; Kempis&rsquo;s advice is entirely un-sentimental and radically transformative. It acts as a scalpel for the conscience, a tonic for the modern will, and an anchor for the soul amidst the noise of the secular world. By choosing to imitate Christ in every thought, word, and deed, the reader is systematically led away from the illusions of vanity and toward the steadfast reality of God&rsquo;s grace.</p>\n<ul style=\"margin: 1.5rem 0; padding-left: 1.25rem; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.6;\">\n<li><strong>Time-Tested Sanctity:</strong> Enter into deep communion with Christ through the exact spiritual counsel that formed countless saints throughout history.</li>\n<li><strong>Uncompromising Discipline:</strong> Learn the liberating arts of courageous self-denial, authentic humility, and total surrender to the Divine Will.</li>\n<li><strong>Built for Your Life:</strong> The rugged, zippered binding keeps your ribbons in place and completely protects the pages from the elements.</li>\n<li><strong>Daily Examination:</strong> Utilize the brief, punchy chapters as a practical daily companion for a structured morning offering, holy hour meditation, or nightly examen.</li>\n</ul>\n<div style=\"background: #fdfcf0; border: 1px solid #d4af37; padding: 1.25rem; margin: 1.5rem 0; border-radius: 4px;\">\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.1rem; color: #870000; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"><strong>The Features of the Zipper Edition:</strong></p>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 1.25rem; font-size: 1.05rem; line-height: 1.5;\">\n<li><strong>Travel-Ready Design:</strong> Perfect for slipping into briefcases, backpacks, or pockets without worrying about bent pages or torn covers.</li>\n<li><strong>Secure Closure:</strong> Smooth, durable zipper glides easily to seal out dirt, lint, and moisture while protecting prayer cards or holy medals kept inside.</li>\n<li><strong>Timeless Aesthetic:</strong> Combines a highly readable font layout with a cover that commands reverence during quiet meditation.</li>\n</ul>\n</div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; margin-top: 2rem;\">From the Book</h3>\n<blockquote style=\"font-style: italic; border-left: 4px solid #E2E2E2; background: #fafafa; padding: 1rem; font-size: 1.15rem; margin: 1rem 0;\">&ldquo;If thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments.&rdquo; <br /><span style=\"font-size: 1rem; color: #555;\">&mdash; Book III</span></blockquote>\n<blockquote style=\"font-style: italic; border-left: 4px solid #E2E2E2; background: #fafafa; padding: 1rem; font-size: 1.15rem; margin: 1rem 0;\">&ldquo;Vanity of vanities, and all is vanity, except to love God and serve Him alone. This is the highest wisdom: by despising the world, to strive after the kingdom of heaven.&rdquo; <br /><span style=\"font-size: 1rem; color: #555;\">&mdash; Book I</span></blockquote>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; margin-top: 2rem;\">Intended Audience</h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.6;\">This classic is an essential acquisition for any Catholic serious about advancing in the interior life, from beginners looking for accessible spiritual direction to seasoned devotees. The Zipper Edition adds an indispensable layer of convenience for high school or college students, frequent travelers, military personnel, and working professionals who want to seamlessly integrate spiritual formation into their active daily lives.</p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; margin-top: 2rem;\">FAQs</h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.6;\"><strong>Is this text hard to read or understand?</strong><br />Not at all. While Thomas &agrave; Kempis&rsquo;s truths are exceptionally deep, they are written in short, aphoristic sentences and concise chapters that are incredibly clear, highly inviting, and immediately applicable to ordinary life.</p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.6;\"><strong>Can I store loose holy cards and notes inside the cover?</strong><br />Yes! The full-perimeter zipper closure acts as a secure pouch, allowing you to keep your favorite devotional cards, prayer lists, and bookmarks safe without any risk of them falling out.</p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.6;\"><strong>Is this a full and unabridged translation?</strong><br />Yes. 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The Imitation of Christ (Zipper Edition)

By Thomas à Kempis · Published by TAN Books

Overview

Outside of Sacred Scripture, The Imitation of Christ remains the most enduring, widely read, and spiritually impactful classic of the Western tradition. Treasured by saints, popes, martyrs, and ordinary Christians for over half a millennium, this 15th-century masterpiece by Thomas à Kempis guides the soul to detach from worldly anxieties and embrace a hidden, intimate life with Jesus Christ. This unique, premium Zipper Edition beautifully marries the book's deep spiritual reverence with everyday practicality. Designed for a life in motion, the durable cover and secure zipper closure protect the sacred text from wear, moisture, and rough handling. Whether on your daily commute, a rigorous spiritual retreat, or a holy pilgrimage, this edition ensures that the roadmap to interior peace and holy simplicity is always within reach.

Thomas à Kempis’s advice is entirely un-sentimental and radically transformative. It acts as a scalpel for the conscience, a tonic for the modern will, and an anchor for the soul amidst the noise of the secular world. By choosing to imitate Christ in every thought, word, and deed, the reader is systematically led away from the illusions of vanity and toward the steadfast reality of God’s grace.

  • Time-Tested Sanctity: Enter into deep communion with Christ through the exact spiritual counsel that formed countless saints throughout history.
  • Uncompromising Discipline: Learn the liberating arts of courageous self-denial, authentic humility, and total surrender to the Divine Will.
  • Built for Your Life: The rugged, zippered binding keeps your ribbons in place and completely protects the pages from the elements.
  • Daily Examination: Utilize the brief, punchy chapters as a practical daily companion for a structured morning offering, holy hour meditation, or nightly examen.

The Features of the Zipper Edition:

  • Travel-Ready Design: Perfect for slipping into briefcases, backpacks, or pockets without worrying about bent pages or torn covers.
  • Secure Closure: Smooth, durable zipper glides easily to seal out dirt, lint, and moisture while protecting prayer cards or holy medals kept inside.
  • Timeless Aesthetic: Combines a highly readable font layout with a cover that commands reverence during quiet meditation.

From the Book

“If thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments.”
— Book III
“Vanity of vanities, and all is vanity, except to love God and serve Him alone. This is the highest wisdom: by despising the world, to strive after the kingdom of heaven.”
— Book I

Intended Audience

This classic is an essential acquisition for any Catholic serious about advancing in the interior life, from beginners looking for accessible spiritual direction to seasoned devotees. The Zipper Edition adds an indispensable layer of convenience for high school or college students, frequent travelers, military personnel, and working professionals who want to seamlessly integrate spiritual formation into their active daily lives.

FAQs

Is this text hard to read or understand?
Not at all. While Thomas à Kempis’s truths are exceptionally deep, they are written in short, aphoristic sentences and concise chapters that are incredibly clear, highly inviting, and immediately applicable to ordinary life.

Can I store loose holy cards and notes inside the cover?
Yes! The full-perimeter zipper closure acts as a secure pouch, allowing you to keep your favorite devotional cards, prayer lists, and bookmarks safe without any risk of them falling out.

Is this a full and unabridged translation?
Yes. This edition contains the complete, timeless spiritual text divided into its traditional four books, ensuring you get the full, unaltered benefit of Kempis's classic monastic wisdom.

Key Themes

  • Spiritual Simplicity: Rooting out the pride, curiosity, and vanities that block God’s grace.
  • The Centrality of Christ: Cultivating a living, conversational interior friendship with our Savior.
  • Conformity to the Cross: Finding deep peace and unexpected joy in suffering, obedience, and perseverance.
Author:
Thomas à Kempis
Imprint:
TAN Books
Pages:
254
Publication Date:
12/1/1991
Product Format:
Deluxe Leatherette
Pdf:
https://tanbooks.com/content/Preview_TheImitationOfChrist.pdf
Height:
6.25
Width:
4.00

65 Reviews

  • 5
    Wonderful book

    Posted by CHINYERE O. on Oct 15th 2022

    I love everything about the book.

  • 5
    Private Devotion to Grow in Holiness

    Posted by STEPHEN S. on Oct 15th 2022

    This gem of a spiritual tool gives lots to ponder and meditate upon. Using it as part of a daily reading exercise will aid in Catholic formation and spiritual maturity.

  • 5
    A true classic

    Posted by PATRICIA B. on Oct 15th 2022

    I have always loved The Imitation of Christ and the way this was printed and encased in a zipper/leather binding will keep it for years to come.

  • 5
    Its great. I love the

    Posted by MARYANNE B. on Oct 14th 2022

    Its great. I love the size and the fact that it has a zipper for more protection. Mostly thought I love whats written between the covers.

  • 5
    Great quality, feels good to

    Posted by Jerry W. on Oct 14th 2022

    Great quality, feels good to use. The bookmark is a bit long, gets in the way of the zipper.

  • 5
    Great little book

    Posted by SAM E. on Oct 14th 2022

    This is a great old-fashioned style book, in a quality zip up book sheath.

  • 4
    Great book

    Posted by RYAN S. on Oct 14th 2022

    I really like this Translation of the Imitation of Christ. The book construction is great and the additional contents are well laid out. I do have to knock one star off because I found a strange typo on Zaccheus; name.

  • 5
    Very well written and recommended

    Posted by JERRY M. on Oct 11th 2022

    Very well written and recommended to us by spiritual guides and faithful Catholics. We love it!

  • 5
    You will love this edition of The Imitation Of Christ

    Posted by Bryan S. on Oct 5th 2022

    I love reading The Imitation of Christ and this edition is beautifully bound and the type is easy to read.

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