Lectures on the Ecclesiastical History of the First and Second Centuries (1854)

Frederick Denison Maurice

ISBN 10: 116543508X / ISBN 13: 9781165435081

Editore: Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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Titolo: Lectures on the Ecclesiastical History of ...

Casa editrice: Kessinger Publishing

Data di pubblicazione: 2010

Legatura: Paperback / softback

Condizione: New

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Lectures On The Ecclesiastical History Of The First And Second Centuries (1854) is a book written by Frederick Denison Maurice, a prominent theologian and philosopher of the 19th century. The book is a series of lectures that provide a comprehensive overview of the early Christian church and its development during the first and second centuries.Maurice begins by discussing the historical context of the early church, including the political and social conditions of the Roman Empire and the Jewish community. He then delves into the life and teachings of Jesus, the formation of the apostolic community, and the spread of Christianity throughout the Mediterranean world.The book also covers important figures in early Christianity, including Paul, Peter, James, and John, as well as the development of Christian doctrine and the role of the church in society. Maurice explores the challenges faced by the early church, such as persecution and heresy, and how these challenges shaped the church's beliefs and practices.Throughout the book, Maurice emphasizes the importance of understanding the early history of Christianity in order to better understand the modern church and its place in the world. His lectures are insightful, engaging, and provide a valuable perspective on the rich and complex history of the early Christian church.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.