St. Hippolytus and the Church of Rome in the Earlier Part of the Third Century

By Christopher Hippolytus, Christopher Wordsworth, Hippolytus of Rome

Book Overview

St. Hippolytus and the Church of Rome in the Earlier Part of the Third Century is a book written by Christopher Wordsworth. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and teachings of St. Hippolytus, a prominent Christian theologian and martyr who lived in the early part of the third century. The author explores the impact of St. Hippolytus on the Church of Rome during this period, examining his contributions to Christian doctrine and his role in shaping the early Christian church. The book also delves into the historical context of St. Hippolytus' life and times, providing readers with a detailed understanding of the political and social conditions that shaped the early Christian church. Overall, St. Hippolytus and the Church of Rome in the Earlier Part of the Third Century is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and the development of the early church.1853. From the newly-discovered Philosophumena. From the Preface: The present Work consists of two Parts. The former contains a Dissertation on the Authorship of the newly-discovered Philosophumena and on the Life, Times and Works of the Writer, especially in reference to Christian Doctrine, and to the Early History of the Church, particularly of the Roman Church, with some application to the circumstances of our own age. The latter Portion of the Volume is occupied with the Historical Narrative, which is contained in the Philosophumena, concerning the Church of Rome in the first quarter of the Third Century, and is the most ancient and ample record, now extant, of the condition of that Church in that early age.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163332887
• ISBN13: 9781163332887
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 330 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"