Publisher's Synopsis
The Epistles of St. Ignatius is a collection of letters written by the early Christian bishop and martyr, St. Ignatius of Antioch, who lived in the first century AD. This book, published in 1919, presents a translation of the original Greek text of the letters, along with an introduction and commentary by the editor, J.B. Lightfoot.The letters were written by Ignatius during his journey to Rome, where he was to be martyred for his faith. They were addressed to various Christian communities in Asia Minor, and contain important insights into the early Christian church and its beliefs. Ignatius emphasizes the importance of unity among Christians, and warns against false teachings and divisions within the church.The letters also provide a glimpse into the life of a first-century Christian bishop, and the challenges he faced in leading his congregation. Ignatius expresses his love and concern for his fellow Christians, and encourages them to remain faithful to their beliefs, even in the face of persecution.Overall, The Epistles of St. Ignatius is a valuable historical and theological resource for scholars and students of early Christianity, as well as for anyone interested in the development of Christian doctrine and practice.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.
