Thomas à Kempis and His Works
Thomas à Kempis (c. 1380–1471) was a German-born cleric and spiritual writer of the late medieval period who spent his life in the Netherlands. He is best known as the author of The Imitation of Christ (De Imitatione Christi), one of the most widely read devotional texts in Christian history. His writings emphasize practical piety, inner spiritual discipline, and the pursuit of Christian virtue through contemplative practice.
On This Title
The exact German title “Biblischer und evangelischer Thomas de Kempis” cannot be verified against a standard primary source. However, it appears likely to refer to a German edition or compilation of selections from The Imitation of Christ or related devotional writings by Thomas à Kempis, possibly emphasizing the biblical and evangelical character of his work. German editions and adaptations of his writings were numerous. Without access to the specific edition in question, the precise contents, arrangement, and publication details cannot be reliably stated.
