The New Testament in the Apostolic Fathers

By Oxford Society of Historical Theology

Book Overview

The New Testament in the Apostolic Fathers is a book published by the Oxford Society of Historical Theology. It is a collection of writings from the Apostolic Fathers, a group of early Christian writers who lived in the first and second centuries AD. The book includes translations of these writings, which are believed to have been written shortly after the time of the New Testament. The translations are accompanied by commentary and analysis from scholars in the field of historical theology. The book provides insight into the early Christian church and its beliefs, as well as the development of Christian theology and practice. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students of early Christianity, as well as anyone interested in the history of the Christian faith.1905. This work had its origin in a resolution passed by the Society of Historical Theology, in Oxford, appointing a small Committee to prepare a volume exhibiting those passages of early Christian writers which indicate, or have been thought to indicate, acquaintance with any of the books of the New Testament. The present volume deals with the writings of the Apostolic Fathers, in which information is scanty, and traces of dependence on the Scriptures of the New Testament are most open to doubt. Contents: Barnabas; Didache; I Clement; Ignatius; Polycarp; Hermas; II Clement; and Tables of Results.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: 1417949589
• ISBN13: 9781417949588
• Release Date: September 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"