The Philocalia of Origen (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163200629)

The Philocalia of Origen is a collection of writings by the early Christian theologian Origen, compiled by two Byzantine monks in the 6th century. The book is a compilation of Origen's thoughts on various topics, including theology, philosophy, and spirituality. It includes excerpts from some of his most famous works, such as ""On First Principles"" and ""Commentary on the Gospel of John."" Throughout the book, Origen explores the nature of God, the relationship between the material and spiritual worlds, and the role of scripture in Christian life. He also discusses the importance of spiritual discipline and the pursuit of virtue. The Philocalia of Origen is considered a significant work in the history of Christian thought and has influenced many theologians and philosophers throughout the centuries. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the development of Christian theology and the early Church.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: Origen
ISBN-10: 116320062X
ISBN-13: 9781163200629
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 332
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d