Early Christian Fathers

by Cyril C. Richardson (Editor)

Series:Library of Christian Classics (1)

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This selection of writings from early church leaders includes work by Clement of Rome, Ignatius, Polycarp, Irenaeus, Athenagoras, and Justin Martyr.Long recognized for the quality of its translations, introductions, explanatory notes, and indexes, the Library of Christian Classics provides scholars and students with modern English translations of some of the most significant Christian theological texts in history. Through these works--each written prior to the end of the sixteenth show more century--contemporary readers are able to engage the ideas that have shaped Christian theology and the church through the centuries. show less

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stfrancistclibrary 104 reviews

Reference / Advanced Study:
This collection presents writings from early Church Fathers. Ideal for academic or theological study, it provides historical context and foundational Christian theology, and is recommended for readers with interest in Church history and doctrine.

Jan 26, 2026 (Edited)

ahystorian 60 reviews

This is a collection of writings on the, ummm, Early Church Fathers. Namely, Clement, Irenaeus, Ignatius, Polycarp, and Justin Martyr, it also contains some apocryophia like the Didache. All of these are valuable and original texts that help explain the ideas of early Christianity. Also contains excellent introductory matierial to each author.

Aug 11, 2007

SrMaryLea 2,080 reviews

introduction to first two centuries

Aug 22, 2023

photios 49 reviews

Selected writings from St. Clement of Rome to St. Irenaeus of Lyons.

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