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St. Polycarp Of Smyrna ; Grapevine Christian Library

9789371231817: Polycarp for Beginners: Understanding His Life, Letters, and Role in Church History

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ISBN 10 : 9371231815 ISBN 13 : 9789371231817

Editeur : Grapevine, 2025

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Polycarp for Beginners: Understanding His Life, Letters, and Role in Church History is the perfect introduction to one of the most revered and influential figures of early Christianity. Blending biography, theology, and primary source texts, this book gives readers everything they need to appreciate the legacy of Polycarp—bishop, martyr, and disciple of the Apostles.

Polycarp of Smyrna was a direct link between the age of the Apostles and the emerging church of the second century. As a disciple of the Apostle John and a mentor to Irenaeus, he held a unique place in the chain of early Christian transmission. His writings and martyrdom shaped how the Church understood leadership, heresy, holiness, and perseverance under persecution.

This accessible volume includes:

A clear biography of Polycarp’s life and ministry
Historical background on the church in Asia Minor during the second century
A full English translation of The Epistle of Polycarp to the Philippians
The powerful Martyrdom of Polycarp narrative
Explanatory commentary designed for first-time readers
Key themes explored, such as martyrdom, apostolic succession, and sound doctrine

Ideal for:

New readers of the Apostolic Fathers
Students of church history and early theology
Pastors and leaders seeking historical insight into Christian leadership
Devotional readers inspired by the courage and conviction of the early martyrs

Polycarp for Beginners helps readers see why this bishop of Smyrna is still remembered today. His surviving epistle is filled with Scripture and spiritual wisdom. His martyrdom stands as one of the earliest and most inspiring records of faith unto death. And his witness connects us to the living memory of the Apostles themselves.

Whether you are beginning your journey into early Christian writings or building a deeper understanding of church history, this book offers a trustworthy and encouraging starting point. Explore the mind and heart of a man who stood firm for Christ to the very end.

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