Select English Works Of John Wyclif V1: Sermons On The Gospels For Sundays And Festivals

By Thomas Arnold and John Wycliffe

Book Overview

The book ""Select English Works of John Wyclif V1: Sermons on the Gospels for Sundays and Festivals"" is a collection of sermons by John Wyclif on the Gospels, which were delivered on Sundays and festivals. John Wyclif was an English theologian, philosopher, and reformer who lived in the 14th century. He was a prominent figure in the Lollard movement, which was a religious reform movement that challenged the authority of the Roman Catholic Church.The sermons in this book are based on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. They cover a wide range of topics, including the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, the nature of God, salvation, sin, and the Church. Wyclif's sermons are known for their clarity, simplicity, and directness, and they provide valuable insights into his theological beliefs and his approach to religious reform.The book is divided into several sections, each of which contains a series of sermons on a particular Gospel. The sermons are presented in their original Middle English, but the language has been modernized for ease of reading. The book also includes an introduction that provides background information on John Wyclif and his significance in the history of the Church.Overall, ""Select English Works of John Wyclif V1: Sermons on the Gospels for Sundays and Festivals"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Church, the Lollard movement, or the theological beliefs of John Wyclif. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the religious and intellectual world of 14th-century England and the challenges faced by those who sought to reform the Church.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: 1430448741
• ISBN13: 9781430448747
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"