This book looks at the diversity and unity of life and doctrines of the Apostolic and Post-Apostolic times. It is an in-depth study of the early Christian church and its teachings. A must-read for anyone interested in Christianity and its history.
A riveting historical account of the apostolic and post-apostolic period of the Christian church. Gotthard Victor Lechler provides a detailed chronicle of the key figures and events that shaped the early years of the church, including the controversies and challenges that arose in this turbulent era.
Explore the early history of Christianity with this comprehensive study from Gotthard Victor Lechler. Combining historical research with theological analysis, Lechler offers a nuanced perspective on the development of the church in the first few centuries after Christ's death.
Published in 1904, this book by Henry Mitchell MacCracken tells the stories of notable figures in Christian history, from early church fathers like Ignatius and Polycarp to more recent leaders like Martin Luther and John Wesley. It provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Christianity up to the turn of the 20th century.
On The Acts Of The Apostles (1864)
The Theological and Homiletical Commentary Volume 2: On the Acts of the Apostles (1864) is a comprehensive and detailed analysis of the book of Acts written by theologian Gotthard Victor Lechler. The book is a continuation of Lechler's commentary on the New Testament, which provides a theological and practical interpretation of the biblical text. This volume focuses specifically on the book of Acts, which chronicles the actions of the apostles after the ascension of Jesus Christ. Lechler provides a historical and cultural context for the events described in Acts, and examines the theological implications of the apostles' actions. The commentary is also homiletical, meaning that it provides practical guidance for preachers and teachers who wish to use the book of Acts as a basis for their sermons or lessons. Lechler includes numerous examples of how the text can be applied to contemporary life and ministry. Overall, The Theological and Homiletical Commentary Volume 2: On the Acts of the Apostles (1864) is a valuable resource for scholars, pastors, and laypeople who wish to deepen their understanding of the book of Acts and its relevance to Christian theology and practice.Translated By Paton J. Gloag.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.
Presented here, in paperback for the first time, is John Peter Lange's Theologischhomiletisches Bibelwerk. Intended to help preachers prepare sermons the commentary series is essentially biblical and evangelical catholic. This 19th century commentary has served as a standard reference for more than a century. Many early reviewers regarded Schaff's edition with his additional material as superior to the original. It has proven to be a complete and useful Commentary and continues to prove especially valuable to ministers. It contains critical annotations of the text and its translation, and a threefold commentary, exegetical, doctrinal, and homiletical. Under these three heads the text is viewed from every aspect.