Twelve Lectures On The Acts Of The Apostles

By Charles James Blomfield

Book Overview

Twelve Lectures on the Acts of the Apostles is a book written by Charles James Blomfield in 1828. The book comprises twelve lectures that provide a detailed analysis of the Acts of the Apostles, which is the fifth book of the New Testament. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the historical context, the characters, and the events that are depicted in the book of Acts. The book begins with an introduction that provides an overview of the book of Acts and its significance in the Christian faith. The author then delves into the first lecture, which focuses on the ascension of Jesus Christ and the appointment of Matthias as an apostle. The subsequent lectures cover a wide range of topics, including the Pentecost, the conversion of Saul, the establishment of the church in Antioch, and the missionary journeys of Paul.Throughout the book, the author provides detailed explanations of the biblical text, drawing on his extensive knowledge of Greek and Latin. He also provides historical context and background information to help readers better understand the events and characters depicted in the book of Acts. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and lay readers. It is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the New Testament and the history of the early Christian church.To Which Is Added A New Edition Of Five Lectures On The Gospel Of St. John As Bearing Testimony To The Divinity Of Jesus Christ.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: 1104515520
• ISBN13: 9781104515522
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 404 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"