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Basil of Caesarea
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Studying the early church can feel like entering a maze of bishops, emperors, councils, and arcane controversies. This book introduces early Christian theology by focusing on one particularly influential figure, Basil of Caesarea (ca. AD 330-378). It views Basil against the backdrop of a Roman Empire that was adopting Christianity. In Basil's day, Christians were looking for unity in the teaching and practice of their faith. This study acquaints the student with Basil's brilliant--and often neglected--theological writings. In particular, Saint Basil's reflections on the Trinity emerge from these pages as fascinating and illuminating testimonies to the faith of early Christians.
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- ISBN-13: 9781498211338
- ISBN-10: 149821133X
- Publisher: Cascade Books
- Publish Date: July 2012
- Dimensions: 8 x 5 x 0.5 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.71 pounds
- Page Count: 194
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