Description

The Ecclesiastical History Of The Second And Third Centuries: Illustrated From The Writings Of Tertullian (1826) is a book written by Tertullian, a prolific early Christian author and theologian. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the Christian church during the second and third centuries, which were a time of great change and upheaval for the faith. Tertullian draws upon his extensive knowledge of early Christian writings and teachings to provide a detailed and insightful look at the various movements, controversies, and personalities that shaped the early church. He discusses topics such as the rise of Gnosticism, the development of Christian doctrine, and the role of bishops and other church leaders.Throughout the book, Tertullian provides numerous examples and illustrations from his own writings, making it a valuable resource for scholars and students of early Christian history. The book is also of interest to anyone interested in the history of Christianity and the development of the church as an institution.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.