Gregory The Great: His Place In History And Thought V1

By F. Homes Dudden

Book Overview

""Gregory The Great: His Place In History And Thought V1"" is a comprehensive book written by F. Homes Dudden, which explores the life, times, and ideas of Pope Gregory I, also known as Gregory the Great. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering Gregory's early life, his rise to power as the Bishop of Rome, and his efforts to reform and strengthen the Catholic Church during the turbulent times of the late 6th and early 7th centuries.The book delves into Gregory's achievements as a religious leader, including his missionary work, his establishment of monasteries, and his efforts to spread Christianity throughout Europe. It also explores his political influence, as he played a key role in shaping the political landscape of Italy and the wider world during his time as pope.Throughout the book, Dudden provides a detailed analysis of Gregory's writings and ideas, including his theological beliefs, his views on the role of the Church in society, and his ideas on the relationship between church and state. The book also considers the impact of Gregory's ideas on subsequent generations of religious and political leaders, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and its role in shaping the world we live in today.In Two Volumes.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: 1162955066
• ISBN13: 9781162955063
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 500 Pages
• Weight: 1.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"