Publisher's Synopsis
The Doctrine of the Twelve Apostles is a book written by Charles Bigg in 1922. The book is a translation and commentary on the Didache, an early Christian text that dates back to the first century. The Didache, also known as The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles, is a brief manual of Christian ethics and practices that was used by early Christian communities. In this book, Bigg provides a detailed analysis of the text, exploring its historical and theological significance. He examines the teachings of the Didache in the context of the early Christian church, highlighting its similarities and differences with other early Christian texts. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the Didache. Bigg covers topics such as baptism, the Eucharist, prayer, fasting, and the role of church leaders. He also discusses the ethical teachings of the Didache, including its emphasis on love, humility, and forgiveness. Overall, The Doctrine of the Twelve Apostles is a comprehensive study of the Didache and its place in early Christian history. It provides readers with a deeper understanding of the beliefs and practices of the early Christian church, and sheds light on the development of Christian theology and ethics.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.
