Description: (German-Dutch Canon and Author of 'The Imitation of Christ')
Thomas à Kempis, a German-Dutch Catholic canon regular, is famous for writing The Imitation of Christ, a well-known Christian devotional book. He was associated with the Modern Devotion movement and followed Geert Groote and Florens Radewyns, founders of the Brethren of the Common Life. Kempis devoted his professional life to promoting spiritual teachings that continue to inspire and guide people in their faith.