Theodorus: A Dialogue Concerning The Art Of Preaching (1752)

By David Fordyce and James Fordyce

Book Overview

Theodorus: A Dialogue Concerning The Art Of Preaching (1752) is a book written by David Fordyce. The book is a dialogue between two characters, Theodorus and Eusebius, discussing the art of preaching. Theodorus is a preacher who has been asked to give a sermon and is seeking advice on how to do so effectively. Eusebius is a philosopher who provides guidance on the principles of rhetoric and how to apply them to preaching.The book covers a wide range of topics related to preaching, including the importance of understanding one's audience, the use of language and style, and the role of emotions in persuasion. Theodorus and Eusebius also discuss the ethical considerations of preaching, including the responsibility of the preacher to be truthful and avoid manipulation.Throughout the dialogue, Fordyce emphasizes the importance of preparation and practice in preaching, as well as the need for humility and self-reflection. The book provides valuable insights into the art of preaching and is considered a classic in the field.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: 1166596672
• ISBN13: 9781166596675
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"