The Six Books On The Priesthood Of St. John Chrysostom (1837) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781120981363)

The Six Books On The Priesthood Of St. John Chrysostom is a collection of writings by the renowned Christian saint and theologian, St. John Chrysostom. Originally written in Greek in the late 4th century AD, this book was translated into English in 1837.In this work, St. John Chrysostom explores the nature and responsibilities of the priesthood, drawing on his own experiences as a bishop and his deep understanding of Christian theology. He discusses the importance of humility, the need for a priest to be a model of virtue and piety, and the challenges and rewards of serving as a spiritual leader.Throughout the book, St. John Chrysostom emphasizes the spiritual significance of the priesthood, stressing that it is not merely a profession or a position of authority, but a calling from God. He encourages priests to embrace their role with dedication and devotion, and to strive always to serve their congregations with love and compassion.The Six Books On The Priesthood Of St. John Chrysostom is a timeless work that continues to inspire and guide Christian clergy and laypeople alike. Its insights into the nature of the priesthood and the spiritual life are as relevant today as they were when they were first written more than 1,500 years ago.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: St John Chrysostom
ISBN-10: 1120981360
ISBN-13: 9781120981363
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 02/17/2010
Pages: 166
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d