Publisher's Synopsis
The Apostolic Fathers: Ante Nicene Christian Library Translations of the Writings of the Fathers Down to AD 325 V1 is a book translated by Reverend Alexander Roberts. It is a collection of writings by early Christian leaders, known as the Apostolic Fathers, who lived in the first and second centuries AD. These writings include letters, sermons, and other documents that were written in the decades following the death of Jesus Christ. The book provides a unique insight into the beliefs and practices of the early Christian Church, and how they evolved in the years after Christ's death. The translations are faithful to the original texts, and are accompanied by helpful notes and commentary. This book is the first volume in a series that aims to provide a comprehensive collection of early Christian writings up to the year 325 AD. It is an essential read for scholars and anyone interested in the history of Christianity.1867. Part One 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. Contents of Volume One: The First Epistle of Clement to the Corinthians; The Second Epistle of Clement; The Epistle of Polycarp to the Philippians; The Martyrdom of Polycarp; The Epistle of Barnabas; The Epistles of Ignatius (Shorter and Longer); The Epistles of Ignatius after the Syriac Version; The Martyrdom of Ignatius; The Epistle to Diognetus; The Pastor of Hermas; Fragments of Papias; and The Spurious Epistles of Ignatius. 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.
