Publisher's Synopsis
The Apologies of Justin Martyr is a book that was originally published in 1877 and features the works of Justin Martyr, an early Christian apologist who lived in the second century. The book includes two of Justin's most famous apologies, or defenses of Christianity, which he presented to the Roman Emperor and the Senate. These apologies provide a unique insight into the early Christian church and the challenges it faced as it sought to spread its message in a hostile environment.In addition to the apologies, the book also includes the Epistle to Diognetus, a letter written by an anonymous author to a pagan named Diognetus. This letter provides further insight into the early Christian church and its beliefs, as well as its relationship with the wider pagan world.The book is edited by Basil Lanneau Gildersleeve, a prominent scholar of Greek and Latin who was known for his work on classical literature. Gildersleeve's editing includes extensive footnotes and commentary, providing context and analysis for the works of Justin Martyr and the Epistle to Diognetus.Overall, The Apologies of Justin Martyr is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the early Christian church, its beliefs, and its relationship with the wider world. It provides a unique glimpse into the challenges faced by early Christians as they sought to spread their message, and the ways in which they defended their faith in the face of opposition.With An Introduction And Notes.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.
