Saint Jerome

By Augustin Largent, Hester Davenport, R. P. Largent

Book Overview

""Saint Jerome"" is a book written by Augustin Largent in 1913. It is a biographical work that explores the life and legacy of Saint Jerome, one of the most prominent figures in the early Christian Church. Jerome was a theologian, historian, and translator who lived in the 4th and 5th centuries AD. He is best known for his translation of the Bible into Latin, which became known as the Vulgate and was widely used throughout the Middle Ages. Largent's book provides a detailed account of Jerome's life, from his early years in Dalmatia to his travels throughout the Mediterranean world. The author examines Jerome's religious beliefs and intellectual pursuits, as well as his relationships with other prominent figures of his time, such as Saint Augustine and Pope Damasus I. In addition to its biographical content, ""Saint Jerome"" also offers insights into the cultural and historical context of the early Christian Church. Largent discusses the debates and controversies that surrounded Jerome's work, as well as the broader theological and political issues of the time. Overall, ""Saint Jerome"" is a comprehensive and engaging study of one of the most important figures of early Christianity. It offers a valuable resource for scholars and students of religious history, as well as anyone interested in the life and legacy of Saint Jerome.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: 1164166611
• ISBN13: 9781164166610
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"