This is the first time this text has been translated into any modern language. The actual title of the text, given by St. Nicodemos of the Holy Mountain, is, On Passions and Virtues and the Fruits of the Spiritual Ascent. Sample chapters include: Spiritual Poverty, Enduring Afflictions, Blessed Mourning, Blessed Comfort, Love of Money, Gluttony, Vainglory, Life and Death of the Soul, Spiritual Ascent, etc.