Publisher's Synopsis
On Repentance is a book written by Tertullian, a Christian theologian and writer who lived in the Roman Empire in the 2nd century AD. The book is a treatise on the nature of repentance and how it relates to salvation and forgiveness of sins. Tertullian argues that repentance is a necessary part of the Christian life and that it involves a genuine sorrow for one's sins, a turning away from sinful behavior, and a commitment to live a new life in Christ. He also explores the role of the church in the process of repentance and forgiveness, and the importance of confession and reconciliation with others. Throughout the book, Tertullian draws on biblical passages and theological concepts to support his arguments and provide guidance for readers seeking to deepen their faith and live a more virtuous life. On Repentance is considered a classic work of Christian literature and continues to be studied and referenced by scholars and theologians today.To reckon up the good, of repentance, the subject-matter is copious, and therefore should be committed to great eloquence. Let us, however, in proportion to our narrow abilities, inculcate one point, --that what God enjoins is good and best. I hold it audacity to dispute about the ""good"" of a divine precept; for, indeed, it is not the fact that it is good which binds us to obey, but the fact that God has enjoined it.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.