Publisher's Synopsis
The First Apology of Justin is a Christian text written by Justin Martyr in the second century. The book is an apology, or defense, of Christianity addressed to the Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius. Justin argues that Christianity is not a threat to the Roman Empire, but rather a beneficial religion that promotes moral behavior and a belief in one God. He also addresses common misconceptions about Christianity, such as accusations of atheism and cannibalism. The book provides insight into the early Christian Church and its relationship with the Roman Empire, as well as the theological beliefs and practices of the time. The First Apology of Justin is an important historical and religious text that offers a glimpse into the early development of Christianity.For we forewarn you to be on your guard, lest those demons whom we have been accusing should deceive you, and quite diver you from reading and understanding what we say. For they strive to hold you their slaves and servants; and sometimes by appearances in dreams, and sometimes by magical impositions, they subdue all who make no strong opposing effort for their own salvation. And thus do we also, since our persuasion by the Word, stand aloof from them (i.e., the demons), and follow the only unbegotten God through His Son.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.
