Treatise On The Priesthood And Six Books On The Priesthood

Treatise On The Priesthood And Six Books On The Priesthood is a collection of works by Saint John Chrysostom, an early Christian theologian and Archbishop of Constantinople. The book is divided into two parts, the first being the Treatise On The Priesthood, which is a letter to his friend Basil, in which he discusses the responsibilities and challenges of being a priest. The second part of the book contains six separate books, each dedicated to a different aspect of the priesthood. These books cover topics such as the importance of prayer, the role of the priest in the community, and the need for humility and self-discipline. Throughout the book, Chrysostom emphasizes the importance of living a virtuous life and serving others with compassion and humility. He also stresses the need for priests to be knowledgeable about scripture and to use their position to guide others towards a deeper understanding of the faith. Overall, Treatise On The Priesthood And Six Books On The Priesthood is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Christian theology or the role of the priest in the church. It provides a wealth of insights and practical advice for those seeking to live a life of service and devotion.THIS 66 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Saint Chrysostom on the Priesthood, Ascetic Treatises, Select Homilies and Letters and Homilies on the Statues: Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers of the Christian Church V9, by Saint Chrysostom . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766184048.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: Saint Chrysostom
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 66
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.22lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.14d
ISBN: 9781162900803

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