The Imitation of Christ: A New Translation

Written by Thomas a Kempis

Narrated by Arthur Morey

This widely read classic is one of the most influential Christian works and has served as a spiritual guide to many since it’s first publication in 1418.  It describes the internal path to Christ-likeness and emphasizes the importance of personal dedication and commitment to God’s will and example.  This devotional handbook also stresses prayer and communion as necessary aspects of growing closer to and more like Christ.  In meditating on the importance of these spiritual practices and a life that mirrors Christ, the difference between the shallow and temporary thrills of Earth and the eternal fulfillment and joy found in the kingdom of God is made undeniably clear.


This series, published by ONE audiobooks, seeks to produce Classic Christian titles read by well known and loved audiobook narrators.  ONE takes great care to cast these titles with readers who will provide an unmatched listening experience for these important works.

Arthur Morey brings his passion to every performance and is considered to be one of the top audiobook narrators in the industry.

• Language: English
• Publisher: One Audiobooks
• Release date: May 27, 2021
• ISBN: 9781646892679

Thomas a Kempis

Thomas à Kempis, (1380 – 1471) was a late medieval German-Dutch monk who wrote The Imitation of Christ, one of the most popular and best known books on devotion. Born in Kempen to a blacksmith father and schoolteacher mother, Thomas attended a Latin school in the Netherlands from the age of 12 to 19. While there he became a member of the spiritual movement Modern Devotion, founded by Geert Groote. In 1406, he entered the monastery of Mount St Agnes in 1406, where he copied the bible four times, wrote four booklets and instructed novices. Thomas More called “The Imitation Of Christ” one of three books everybody ought to own.