Publisher's Synopsis
Clement of Alexandria: Ante Nicene Christian Library Translations of the Writings of the Fathers Down to AD 325 V4 is a book that contains translations of the writings of Clement of Alexandria, a Christian theologian who lived in the late second century AD. The book is part of the Ante Nicene Christian Library series, which aims to provide English translations of the writings of early Christian thinkers from the period before the Council of Nicaea in AD 325.The book is edited by Reverend Alexander Roberts, a nineteenth-century Anglican priest who was a prominent scholar of early Christianity. It is the fourth volume in the series and contains translations of Clement's works, including his Stromata and Exhortation to the Greeks.The Stromata is a collection of essays that cover a wide range of topics, including philosophy, theology, and ethics. It is known for its eclectic style and its use of quotations from a variety of sources, including Greek and Jewish literature. The Exhortation to the Greeks is a defense of Christianity addressed to a pagan audience.The translations in this book are intended to be faithful to the original Greek texts while also being accessible to modern readers. The book includes footnotes and an introduction by Reverend Roberts that provides context for Clement's writings and their place in the history of early Christianity.Overall, Clement of Alexandria: Ante Nicene Christian Library Translations of the Writings of the Fathers Down to AD 325 V4 is a valuable resource for scholars and anyone interested in the history of early Christianity. It provides a window into the thought and writings of one of the most important Christian theologians of the second century AD.1867. Part Four of Twenty-four. The translations of the writings of the early Church writers from the time of Christ till the Council of Nicea in 325 into English, known as the Ante-Nicene Library. The writings of Clement of Alexandria Volume I, translated by Reverend William Wilson. Contents of Volume Four: Exhortation to the Heathen; The Instructor; and The Miscellanies; or, Stromata. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
