Early Christian Ethics in the West: From Clement to Ambrose

By H.H. Scullard

Book Overview

Early Christian Ethics in the West: From Clement to Ambrose is a scholarly work by H. Scullard that examines the development of Christian ethical thought in the Western world during the first few centuries after Christ. The book focuses on the writings of several influential Christian thinkers, including Clement of Alexandria, Tertullian, and Ambrose of Milan, and explores the ways in which they articulated and applied Christian ethical principles in their own unique contexts. Scullard analyzes the key themes and concepts that emerged in early Christian ethics, such as the relationship between faith and reason, the role of the church in moral guidance, and the importance of virtue and self-discipline. The book also provides historical context for the development of early Christian ethics, discussing the social and political conditions that shaped the ethical debates of the time. Overall, Early Christian Ethics in the West is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the foundations of Christian ethical thought in the Western world.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: 1417974214
• ISBN13: 9781417974214
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"