St. Ignatius of Antioch: The Epistles

Of Antioch, St. Ignatius

ISBN 10: 1478123206 / ISBN 13: 9781478123200

Published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2012

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Synopsis:

Letters written by St. Ignatius of Antioch, bishop, on his way to his own martyrdom in Rome. The character of St. Ignatius, as deduced from his own and the extant writings of his contemporaries, is that of a true athlete of Christ. The triple honor of apostle, bishop, and martyr was well merited by this energetic soldier of the Faith. An enthusiastic devotion to duty, a passionate love of sacrifice, and an utter fearlessness in the defense of Christian truth, were his chief characteristics. Zeal for the spiritual well-being of those under his charge breathes from every line of his writings. Ever vigilant lest they be infected by the rampant heresies of those early days; praying for them, that their faith and courage may not be wanting in the hour of persecution; constantly exhorting them to unfailing obedience to their bishops; teaching them all Catholic truth; eagerly sighing for the crown of martyrdom, that his own blood may fructify in added graces in the souls of his flock, he proves himself in every sense a true, pastor of souls, the good shepherd that lays down his life for his sheep.

Bibliographic Details

Title: St. Ignatius of Antioch: The Epistles
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Publication Date: 2012
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: very_good