The Five Theological Orations of Gregory of Nazianzus (Classic Reprint)

Explore early Christian thought on the nature of God in Gregory of Nazianzus’ Five Theological Orations. This historical work gathers Gregory’s sermons from the late 360s to early 380s, delivered in Constantinople, to defend Catholic doctrine and explain complex ideas in clear terms. These orations address how God can be one yet Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and they examine how scriptural language should be understood. The collection also looks at the development of doctrinal language and how different terms illuminate the mystery of the divine. Learn how Gregory argues for the divine equality of the Son and the Spirit within the Trinity See how he handles tricky questions about creation, generation, and relationship within Godhead Understand his method for balancing scriptural authority with the need for precise language Understand the historical context of early church debates and how Constantinople influenced doctrine Ideal for readers of early Christian theology and historical religious debates who want a compact view of medieval theological work translated into accessible exposition.
ASIN: 1333040229
VSKU: LFV.1333040229.VG
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Author/Artist:Gregory of Nazianzus
Binding: Paperback
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