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East of Rome: 3: Men of the Desert

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A series of films about Christianity in the Eastern world.

'Except a man say in his heart "I and God are alone in the world" he will not find peace'.
The Desert Fathers of Egypt are known all over the world for their sayings. They still live in the punishing heat of the desert, dedicating their minds and bodies to God in imitation of St. Antony.
Commentary spoken by Norman Rodway.
English version written and produced by Mischa Scorer.

Contributors

Filmed by:
Studio-Film G.m.b.H. Vienna
Film Director:
Edmund von Hammer
Adviser for English version:
Henry Chadwick
Narrator:
Norman Rodway
Writer (English version)/Producer:
Mischa Scorer
Source: Radio Times

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