On Modesty - Brossura

Tertullian

Brossura

ISBN 10: 1162677341 ISBN 13: 9781162677347

Casa editrice: Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Riassunto

On Modesty is a book written by the early Christian theologian Tertullian, who lived in the second and third centuries AD. The book is a treatise on the virtue of modesty, which Tertullian argues is a fundamental aspect of Christian morality. He discusses the importance of modesty in dress, behavior, and speech, and argues that Christians should strive to be modest in all aspects of their lives.Tertullian begins the book by defining modesty and explaining why it is important. He argues that modesty is a virtue that helps to protect the dignity of the individual and maintain social order. He then goes on to discuss various aspects of modesty, including clothing, behavior, and speech.In the section on clothing, Tertullian argues that Christians should dress modestly and avoid clothing that is too revealing or ostentatious. He also criticizes the use of cosmetics and jewelry, which he sees as a form of vanity and a distraction from spiritual pursuits.In the section on behavior, Tertullian discusses the importance of avoiding excess and indulgence. He argues that Christians should be temperate in their eating and drinking, and should avoid activities that are harmful or immoral.Finally, in the section on speech, Tertullian argues that Christians should use language that is pure and edifying. He criticizes gossip, slander, and other forms of harmful speech, and encourages Christians to use their words to build up others and promote virtue.Overall, On Modesty is a thoughtful and thought-provoking exploration of an important Christian virtue. Tertullian's arguments are rooted in scripture and tradition, and his insights are still relevant and valuable for Christians today.For before her doors it stands, and by the example of its own stigma admonishes all others, and calls at the same time to its own aid the brethren's tears, and returns with an even richer merchandise--their compassion, namely--than their communion. And if it reaps not the harvest of peace here, yet it sows the seed of it with the Lord; nor does it lose, but prepares, its fruit. It will not fail of emolument if it do not fail in duty. Thus, neither is such repentance vain, nor such discipline harsh. Both honour God. The former, by laying no flattering unction to itself, will more readily win success; the latter, by assuming nothing to itself, will more fully aid.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Kessinger Publishing
• Data di pubblicazione: 2010
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1162677341
• ISBN 13: 9781162677347
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 58
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile