O'Loughlin, Thomas
The Didache: A Window on the Earliest Christians
- ISBN 13:
- 9780281059539
- author:
- O'Loughlin, Thomas
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- SPCK Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 21.4 x 13.8 x 1.8 cm
- Genre:
- The Early Church
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Didache: A Window into the Earliest Christian Community Thomas O'Loughlin explores the fascinating story of the Didache, one of the earliest Christian writings. Discovered in the late nineteenth century, this text provides practical instructions for living as a Christian and offers unique insights into the daily lives of the earliest Christians. O'Loughlin's introduction delves into the history of the Didache, while his commentary highlights areas of special interest to Christians today. The book concludes with a fresh translation of the text itself, allowing readers to engage directly with this ancient Christian writing. This book offers a valuable perspective on the early Christian community and their practices.