The Mount of Olives and Primitive Holiness is a biography of Paulinus of Nola, a 5th-century bishop and poet who is revered as a saint by the Catholic Church. Written by Louise Imogen Guiney in the late 19th century, this book traces Paulinus' journey from a life of wealth and privilege to a life of religious devotion and asceticism. Through careful analysis of Paulinus' writings and historical records, Guiney paints a vivid picture of the bishop's life and the era in which he lived. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, early Christianity, or the lives of the saints. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.