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The Dramatic History of the Christian Faith from the Beginnings to the Death of St. Augustine

The Dramatic History of the Christian Faith from the Beginnings to the Death of St. Augustine

Van Der Leeuw, J. J.

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Ancient History GeneralFiction AnthologiesGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 1162781416
ISBN13: 9781162781419
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 176
Weight: 0.54
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book titled The Dramatic History of the Christian Faith from the Beginnings to the Death of St. Augustine by J.J. Van Der Leeuw is a comprehensive account of the early history of Christianity. The book covers the period from the beginnings of the Christian faith to the death of St. Augustine, one of the most important figures in the early Christian church.The author presents a detailed and engaging narrative of the key events and figures that shaped the Christian faith during this period. He explores the origins of Christianity, including the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, the spread of the faith throughout the Roman Empire, and the development of the early Christian church.The book also delves into the theological debates and controversies that arose within the Christian community during this time, including the debates over the nature of Christ and the Trinity. The author provides a nuanced and balanced perspective on these issues, taking into account the various perspectives and arguments put forth by different Christian thinkers and leaders.Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the dramatic nature of the Christian faith, highlighting the struggles, triumphs, and sacrifices of the early Christians as they worked to spread the message of Christ throughout the world. He also explores the impact of Christianity on society and culture, including its influence on art, literature, and politics.Overall, The Dramatic History of the Christian Faith from the Beginnings to the Death of St. Augustine is an informative and engaging account of the early history of Christianity. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the origins and development of one of the world's major religions.1927. A priest in the Liberal Catholic Church, Van Der Leeuw�������s book is an attempt to help others to see, as he has, the deeply interesting and dramatic features of Christian history. Contents: The Setting of the Stage; The Birth of the New Faith; St. Paul and the Spreading of the Faith; Christ or Emperor, the Age of Martyrdom; Marcion and the Gnostics: Heresy or Orthodoxy? Clement of Alexandria and the Rise of Christian Theology; Origen, the Initiate in the Mysteries of Jesus; Plotinus, the Father of Christian Mysticism; Constantine and the Triumph of Christianity; Athanasius, the Defender of the Faith; St. Augustine, the Passionate Seeker after God; and St. Augustine, the Mystic. See other works available by this author from Kessinger Publishing.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.

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