Publisher's Synopsis
Against Praxeas is a theological treatise written by Tertullian, a prominent Christian writer and theologian of the 2nd century AD. The book is a defense of the doctrine of the Trinity against the teachings of Praxeas, a heretic who denied the existence of three distinct persons in the Godhead. Tertullian argues that the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are each distinct persons within the Godhead, but are united in essence and purpose. He also refutes Praxeas' claims that the Son and the Holy Spirit are merely different functions or manifestations of the Father. The book is written in a polemical style, with Tertullian using strong language and vivid imagery to defend the orthodox Christian view of the Trinity. It is considered a foundational text in the development of Trinitarian theology and has been influential in shaping Christian doctrine and practice for centuries.He existed before the creation of the world, up to the generation of the Son. For before all things God was alone--being in Himself and for Himself universe, and space, and all things. Moreover, He was alone, because there was nothing external to Him but Himself. Yet even not then was He alone; for He had with Him that which He possessed in Himself, that is to say, His own Reason. For God is rational, and Reason was first in Him; and so all things were from Himself.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
