The book presents a complete translation of Ælfric's Catholic Homilies, offering a significant insight into mainstream Christian thought at the turn of the millennium. Drawing from influential figures like Augustine and Bede, it features forty sermons intended for annual use. This edition includes a newly edited Old English text, making it a valuable resource for both scholars and readers interested in early Christian literature and its historical context.
An ancient homily telling the story of the Seven Sleepers, a group of Christian youths who sleep for hundreds of years in a cave and awaken to a changed world. This powerful allegory has resonated through the ages.
The Sermones Catholici, Or Homilies Of Aelfric (1843)
This antiquarian book serves as a facsimile reprint of the original, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and notations. The effort to make this work accessible reflects a commitment to safeguarding and promoting important literature in high-quality, modern editions that remain faithful to the original text.
Being A Set Of Sermons On Saints' Days Formerly Observed By The English Church (1885)
The book is a facsimile reprint, which means it replicates the original text but may include imperfections like marks, notations, marginalia, and flawed pages. Readers should be aware that these elements could affect their experience of the content.