The Chaplet Or De Corona

By Tertullian

Book Overview

The Chaplet, also known as De Corona, is a book written by Tertullian, a prominent early Christian author and theologian. The book is a treatise on the Christian attitude towards military service and warfare, specifically addressing the issue of whether or not Christians should participate in the Roman military and wear the traditional military crown or chaplet.Tertullian argues that Christians should not participate in the military or wear the chaplet because it is incompatible with their faith and values. He asserts that Christians should not engage in violence or take up arms, as this goes against the teachings of Jesus and the principles of love and forgiveness.The book also touches on other topics related to Christian ethics and morality, such as the importance of martyrdom and the role of faith in the face of persecution. Tertullian's writing is characterized by his passionate and uncompromising defense of Christian beliefs and practices, and his arguments are based on a deep understanding of the scriptures and the teachings of the early church.Overall, The Chaplet is a significant work in the history of Christian thought and continues to be studied and debated by scholars and theologians today.And how long shall we draw the saw to and fro through this line, when we have an ancient practice, which by anticipation has made for us the state, i.e., of the question? If no passage of Scripture has prescribed it, assuredly custom, which without doubt flowed from tradition, has confirmed it. For how can anything come into use, if it has not first been handed down?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: 1162690631
• ISBN13: 9781162690636
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"