An Exact Exposition of the Orthodox Faith: The Early Church Fathers
Enriched edition. A Comprehensive Exploration of Early Christian TheologyBy John of Damascus
Length10h 55m
About this audiobook
In "An Exact Exposition of the Orthodox Faith: The Early Church Fathers," John of Damascus meticulously articulates the tenets of Christian doctrine as outlined by the early Church Fathers, making a significant contribution to the field of patristic theology. With a blend of systematic exposition and profound philosophical inquiry, the text serves as a comprehensive manual on Orthodox beliefs, delving into the nature of God, Christology, and the Holy Trinity. John employs a clear, didactic literary style, enhancing his arguments with scriptural citations and theological insights, which situates this work within the rich tradition of Byzantine theological literature and its conversations with Islamic thought of the time. John of Damascus, a pivotal figure in the development of Christian theology, made substantial contributions to both philosophical and religious discourse in the 8th century. His deep engagement with both Christian and Islamic traditions, coupled with his position as a learned cleric, positioned him to address the complexities surrounding faith and reason. His background as a scholar in a context of religious pluralism significantly shaped his theological inquiries and his commitment to defending the Orthodox faith. "An Exact Exposition of the Orthodox Faith" is essential reading for anyone interested in early Christian theology, providing invaluable insights into the foundational beliefs that continue to underpin Orthodox Christianity. Scholars and lay readers alike will benefit from John'Äôs rigorous examination of faith, which serves not only as a historical document but as a vibrant conversation starter between different strands of belief.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length10 hrs 55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 22, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
55Chapter VII.
2Introduction
56Chapter VIII.
3Synopsis
57Chapter IX.
4Historical Context
58Chapter X.
5Chapter I.
59Chapter XI.
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6Chapter II.
60Chapter XII.
7Chapter III.
61Chapter XIII.
8Chapter IV.
62Chapter XIV.
9Chapter V.
63Chapter XV.
10Chapter VI.
64Chapter XVI.
11Chapter VII.
65Chapter XVII.
12Chapter VIII.
66Chapter XVIII.
13Chapter IX.
67Chapter XIX.
14Chapter X.
68Chapter XX.
15Chapter XI.
69Chapter XXI.
16Chapter XII.
70Chapter XXII.
17Chapter XIII.
71Chapter XXIII.
18Chapter XIV.
72Chapter XXIV.
19Chapter I.—Concerning æon or age.
73Chapter XXV.
20Chapter II.—Concerning the creation.
74Chapter XXVI.
21Chapter III.—Concerning angels.
75Chapter XXVII.
22Chapter IV.—Concerning the devil and demons.
76Chapter XXVIII.
23Chapter V.—Concerning the visible creation.
77Chapter XXIX.
24Chapter VI.—Concerning the Heaven.
78Chapter I.
25Chapter VII.—Concerning light, fire, the luminaries, sun, moon and stars.
79Chapter II.
26Chapter VIII.—Concerning air and winds.
80Chapter III.
27Chapter IX.—Concerning the waters.
81Chapter IV.
28Chapter X.—Concerning earth and its products.
82Chapter V.
29Chapter XI.—Concerning Paradise.
83Chapter VI.
30Chapter XII.—Concerning Man.
84Chapter VII.
31Chapter XIII.—Concerning Pleasures.
85Chapter VIII.
32Chapter XIV.—Concerning Pain.
86Chapter IX.
33Chapter XV.—Concerning Fear.
87Chapter X.
34Chapter XVI.—Concerning Anger.
88Chapter XI.
35Chapter XVII.—Concerning Imagination.
89Chapter XII.
36Chapter XVIII.—Concerning Sensation.
90Chapter XIII.
37Chapter XIX.—Concerning Thought.
91Chapter XIV.
38Chapter XX.—Concerning Memory.
92Chapter XV.
39Chapter XXI.—Concerning Conception and Articulation.
93Chapter XVI.
40Chapter XXII.—Concerning Passion and Energy.
94Chapter XVII.
41Chapter XXIII.—Concerning Energy.
95Chapter XVIII.
42Chapter XXIV.—Concerning what is Voluntary and what is Involuntary.
96Chapter XIX.
43Chapter XXV.—Concerning what is in our own power, that is, concerning Free-will1.
97Chapter XX.
44Chapter XXVI.—Concerning Events1.
98Chapter XXI.
45Chapter XXVII.—Concerning the reason of our endowment with Free-will.
99Chapter XXII.
46Chapter XXVIII.—Concerning what is not in our hands.
100Chapter XXIII.
47Chapter XXIX.—Concerning Providence.
101Chapter XXIV.
48Chapter XXX.—Concerning Prescience and Predestination.
102Chapter XXV.
49Chapter I.
103Chapter XXVI.
50Chapter II.
104Chapter XXVII.
51Chapter III.
105Analysis
52Chapter IV.
106Reflection
53Chapter V.
107Memorable Quotes
54Chapter VI.
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