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Early Christian Thought & the Classical Tradition

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This enlightening study examines the relationship of the early Christians to the classical tradition. Based on the work of the Christian thinkers, Justine, Clement of Alexandria, and Origen, and existing pagan criticism of the Church, the book illustrates how rejection of the classical
tradition combined with profound acceptance of its humanism were synthesized by the early Church.

Language: English

Pages: 182

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Release: April 26, 1984

ISBN: 0198266731

ISBN 13: 9780198266730

Early Christian Thought & the Classical Tradition

4/5 ( ratings)

This enlightening study examines the relationship of the early Christians to the classical tradition. Based on the work of the Christian thinkers, Justine, Clement of Alexandria, and Origen, and existing pagan criticism of the Church, the book illustrates how rejection of the classical
tradition combined with profound acceptance of its humanism were synthesized by the early Church.

Language: English

Pages: 182

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Release: April 26, 1984

ISBN: 0198266731

ISBN 13: 9780198266730

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