John Chrysostom by Pauline Allen

John Chrysostom by Pauline Allen

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This book examines John Chrysostom's role as preacher and his pastoral activites as deacon, presbyter and bishop. It also provides fresh and lively translations of a key selection of sermons and letters.

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John Chrysostom by Pauline Allen

This book examines John Chrysostom's role as preacher and his pastoral activites as deacon, presbyter and bishop. It also provides fresh and lively translations of a key selection of sermons and letters.

`This is a scholarly book, up to date with the latest research and showing an in-depth understanding'

`The translations are generally the authors' own, and it is refreshing to read them in modern English (and inclusive language)'

`The introduction covers reas not well served else where'

`In summary, this is a welcome work on the great preacherThe introductory chapters combine with the varied selections of texts to give an insight into Chrysostom and his world as they met in his preaching and pastoral care'

`It is hard to belive that the author of this kind of translations has been able to provide such a sound and correct introduction of them'

'... essential reading for all students of Chrysostum and of the fourth-century church.' - David Taylor, Reviews in Religion and Theology

Wendy Mayer is Professor and Associate Dean of Research at Australian Lutheran College, University of Divinity, and Research Fellow in Biblical and Ancient Studies at the University of South Africa.





Chris L. de Wet is Associate Professor of New Testament and Early Christian Studies at the University of South Africa, and Honorary Research Fellow at Australian Lutheran College, University of Divinity.

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ISBN 13 9780415182539
ISBN 10 0415182530
Title John Chrysostom
Author Pauline Allen
Series The Early Church Fathers
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published 1999-11-11
Number of pages 242
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.