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Saint Basil The Letters (Volume I)

Saint Basil The Letters (Volume I)

Roy J Deferrari

Hardcover

Literary CriticismGeneral ChristianityGeneral World History

ISBN10: 9354173128
ISBN13: 9789354173127
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Oct 7 2020
Pages: 428
Weight: 1.75
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
In a world poised between empires and faith, the voice of Basil of Caesarea rings out-urgent, compassionate, and unyielding. Saint Basil The Letters (Volume I), translated by Roy J. Deferrari, opens a rare window into the living heart of fourth century Christianity. Here, in the pulse of religious correspondence, we encounter early Christian writings that shaped not only church history but the very language of Christian theology itself. Each letter is a vivid fragment of late antiquity, revealing friendships, fierce debates, and the daily struggles of believers in a changing world. For scholars of early Christianity and lovers of epistolary literature alike, these letters illuminate the spiritual and intellectual currents that bound Basil to figures like Gregory of Nazianzus and the wider circle of early church fathers. The collection is both a testament to the enduring power of personal letters and a vital resource for academic study. Every page invites readers to witness the birth of ideas that continue to shape faith and thought across centuries. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you seek insight into the roots of Christian belief or a touchstone of classic literature, Saint Basil's letters remain a cultural treasure, inviting reflection and discovery anew.

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