The Fundamental Christian Faith: The Origin, History, And Interpretation Of The Apostles' And Nicene Creeds (1913) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437317725)

The Fundamental Christian Faith: The Origin, History, And Interpretation Of The Apostles������� And Nicene Creeds is a book written by Charles Augustus Briggs and published in 1913. The book delves into the fundamental beliefs of Christianity as expressed in the Apostles' and Nicene Creeds. It explores the origins of these creeds, their historical significance, and provides an interpretation of their content. Briggs, a prominent theologian and professor at Union Theological Seminary, provides a thorough and detailed analysis of the creeds, their development, and their place in Christian history. He also discusses the controversies surrounding the creeds and the various interpretations of their meaning. The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the Apostles' Creed, which is considered to be one of the oldest and most widely used statements of Christian faith. Briggs examines the origins of the creed, its development over time, and its significance in the Christian tradition. The second part of the book focuses on the Nicene Creed, which was formulated in the fourth century and is considered to be one of the most important statements of Christian faith. Briggs provides a detailed analysis of the creed, its historical context, and its theological significance. Overall, The Fundamental Christian Faith is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and interpretation of Christian creeds. It provides a comprehensive overview of the Apostles' and Nicene Creeds, their origins, and their significance in the Christian tradition.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.

Author: Charles Augustus Briggs
ISBN-10: 1437317723
ISBN-13: 9781437317725
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 11/26/2008
Pages: 344
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.01lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.72d