The Imitation of Christ is considered the most influential book in the Christian world, second only to the Bible.  In this book, Thomas à Kempis provides, in an elegant, highly readable fashion, advice that is as relevant today - and in many cases, far, far more relevant - than it was in the 14th century.  In particular, he tells us how to maintain a clean conscious and how important this is to spiritual health and daily joy.  In an uplifting, faith-building fashion, he tells us that there are many things that we must NOT do...