Barlaam and Ioasaph - Couverture rigide

St.John Damascene

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0434990345 ISBN 13 : 9780434990344

Editeur : William Heinemann Ltd, 1937

A propos du livre

Biographie de l'auteur

Theologian, writer, scholar, Father of the Church, and Doctor of the Church Damascene was born in Damascus, Syria. He worked as a high-ranking officer under the Saracen caliph of Damascus. He was considered one of the most gifted philosophers of his day and was known as Chrysorrhoas (Golden Stream) because of his oratorical abilities. He was the author of the standard text book of dogmatic theology in the early Greek Church. This manual is divided into three parts: Heads of Philosophy, Compendium of Heresies and An Exact Exposition of Orthodox Faith. John of Damascus is considered a saint by both Roman Catholic and the Greek Church.

Présentation de l'éditeur

This inspirational book is about the life of Prince Iosaph who is brought up in the lap of luxury. He sees human sufferings for the first time when he meets a sick old beggar. This encounter leads Iosaph to search for his faith. His quest leads him to Barlaam, a monk, who introduces him to Christianity. Several powerful moments in the book keep the readers engrossed till the end. Enlightening!

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: William Heinemann Ltd
• Date d'édition: 1937
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0434990345
• ISBN 13: 9780434990344
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 675
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible