Clement of Alexandria: A Project of Christian Perfection - Couverture rigide

Ashwin-Siejkowski, Revd Dr Piotr

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0567032876 ISBN 13 : 9780567032874

Editeur : T.& T.Clark Ltd, 2008

Synopsis

This book provides an examination of the patristic idea of 'perfection' in relation to Clement's project on the ethical, intellectual and spiritual development of a Christian.The book examines Clement's project which brings together ethical, intellectual and spiritual development of a Christian while highlighting the need to search for integrity in the life of faith and reason. Achievement of maturity/perfection as one of the central themes of Clement's philosophy and theology, has two main approaches. Lilla's (1971) position pointed to a philosophical context which marked Clement's thought, while Osborn studied adaptation of the Greek legacy into new Christian context. This study challenges Osborn's view (1957), while modifying Lilla's position. In addition it deals with elements of Clement's theology not dealt with by Lilla i.e. the role of Christian community in progress towards Christian perfection. This patristic idea of 'perfection' still has much to offer to a modern reader or student of theology, as it promotes a positive, holistic and optimistic vision of human being and his/her relationship with God.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

The Revd Dr Piotr Ashwin-Siejkowski is a priest of the Church of England and Assistant Lecturer for Patristics at the University of Chichester, UK. He is the translator and editor of the Polish edition of the works of Clement of Alexandria and Porphyry of Tyre.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: T.& T.Clark Ltd
• Date d'édition: 2008
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0567032876
• ISBN 13: 9780567032874
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 272
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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