Irenaeus: Life, Scripture, Legacy - Hardcover

Paul Foster; Sara Parvis

 
9780800697969: Irenaeus: Life, Scripture, Legacy

Synopsis

Champion of martyrs, scourge of heretics, erudite theologian, shrewd politicianno account of early Christianity is complete without careful consideration of Irenaeus of Lyons. Here a team of international scholars examines aspects of the saints life, historical context, engagement with scripture, and his ecclesiastical and theological legacy for succeeding generations.

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About the Author

Paul Foster is lecturer in New Testament literature, language, and theology, and Sara Parvis is lecturer in Patristics, at the University of Edinburgh. Together they edited Justin Martyr and His Worlds (Fortress Press, 2007).

From the Back Cover

Champion of martyrs, scourge of heretics, erudite theologian, shrewd politician no account of early Christianity is complete without careful consideration of Irenaeus of Lyons. Here a team of international scholars examines aspects of the saint's life, historical context, engagement with scripture, and his ecclesiastical and theological legacy for succeeding generations.

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