The Ecclesiastical History Of Sozomen: Comprising A History Of The Church, A.D. 324 To A.D. 440 (1855)

By Hermias Sozomenus

The Ecclesiastical History of Sozomen is a historical account of the Christian Church from the year 324 to 440 AD. Written by Sozomenus, a Greek historian and Christian scholar, the book covers a period of significant change and development in the Church, including the reigns of Constantine the Great, Julian the Apostate, and Theodosius the Great. The book provides a detailed account of the Church's growth and expansion, as well as its struggles and controversies, including the Arian controversy, the rise of monasticism, and the Council of Nicaea. Sozomenus draws on a wide range of sources, including the works of Eusebius, Socrates Scholasticus, and Jerome, to provide a comprehensive and informative account of this important period in Christian history. This edition of the book, first published in 1855, includes an introduction by the editor, Hermias Sozomenus, providing further context and analysis of the text.Also The Ecclesiastical History Of Philostorgius, As Epitomized By Photius, Patriarch Of Constantinople.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: 1104489554
• ISBN13: 9781104489557
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 552 Pages
• Weight: 1.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"