Publisher's Synopsis
The Greek Origin of the Apostles' Creed: Illustrated by Ancient Documents and Recent Research is a book written by John Baron and originally published in 1885. The book explores the origins of the Apostles' Creed, a statement of Christian faith that has been in use since the early centuries of the Church.Baron argues that the creed has its roots in Greek philosophical and theological traditions, and that its language and structure reflect this influence. He draws on a wide range of ancient documents and sources, including the writings of the early Church Fathers, to support his argument.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of the creed's origins and development. Baron examines the language and vocabulary of the creed, its theological implications, and the historical context in which it was formulated.Throughout the book, Baron makes use of illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the complex ideas and concepts he is discussing. He also provides translations of key passages from ancient texts, as well as detailed footnotes and references for further reading.Overall, The Greek Origin of the Apostles' Creed is a scholarly and detailed exploration of one of the most important statements of Christian faith. It will be of interest to theologians, historians, and anyone interested in the early history of Christianity.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.
