Deaconesses: Ancient And Modern (1889)

By Henry Wheeler

Book Overview

Deaconesses: Ancient and Modern is a historical book written by Henry Wheeler and published in 1889. The book explores the role of deaconesses in ancient times and their modern-day counterparts. It provides a detailed account of the history of deaconesses, their duties, and the impact they have had on society.Wheeler discusses the role of deaconesses in the early Christian church, including their work in caring for the sick and needy, and their role in the spread of Christianity. He also examines the role of deaconesses in the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Catholic Church.The book also explores the revival of the deaconess movement in the 19th century, and the establishment of deaconess institutions in Europe and America. It provides a detailed account of the training and education of deaconesses, as well as their work in hospitals, schools, and other institutions.Overall, Deaconesses: Ancient and Modern is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed account of the history and significance of the deaconess movement. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, women's roles in society, and the development of healthcare institutions.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164096656
• ISBN13: 9781164096658
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"