De vita solitaria
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De vita solitaria is a philosophical treatise composed in Latin and written between 1346 and 1356 by Italian Renaissance humanist Petrarch. It constitutes an apology of solitude dedicated to his frien
Cover for a 1600 edition of De Vita solitaria
Contemplation
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In a religious context, the practice of contemplation seeks a direct awareness of the divine which transcends the intellect, often in accordance with religious practices such as meditation or prayer.
De vita solitaria
…Renaissance humanist Petrarch. It constitutes an apology of solitude dedicated to his friend Philippe de Cabassoles. Solitude is necessary for a life of contemplation, for both saints (such as Augustine or Pope Celestine V) and philosophers. Petrarch merged the medieval interest in spiritual meditation with Cicero's…
Kamppi Chapel in Helsinki City Centre is a community centre, assigned for contemplation.
Nature contemplation
A woman places rosary beads on a devotional image mounted on the wall beside her bed. The Walters Art Museum.