An Exact Exposition of the Orthodox Faith: The Early Church Fathers
Enriched edition. A Comprehensive Exploration of Early Christian TheologyBy John of Damascus
Length10h 50m
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 Scholars and lay readers alike will benefit from John'Äôs rigorous examination of faith, which serves not only as a historical document but as a vibrant conversation starter between different strands of belief.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 50 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 22, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
57Chapter VI.
2Introduction
58Chapter VII.
3Synopsis
59Chapter VIII.
4Historical Context
60Chapter IX.
5Book I
61Chapter X.
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6Chapter I.
62Chapter XI.
7Chapter II.
63Chapter XII.
8Chapter III.
64Chapter XIII.
9Chapter IV.
65Chapter XIV.
10Chapter V.
66Chapter XV.
11Chapter VI.
67Chapter XVI.
12Chapter VII.
68Chapter XVII.
13Chapter VIII.
69Chapter XVIII.
14Chapter IX.
70Chapter XIX.
15Chapter X.
71Chapter XX.
16Chapter XI.
72Chapter XXI.
17Chapter XII.
73Chapter XXII.
18Chapter XIII.
74Chapter XXIII.
19Chapter XIV.
75Chapter XXIV.
20Book II
76Chapter XXV.
21Chapter I.—Concerning æon or age.
77Chapter XXVI.
22Chapter II.—Concerning the creation.
78Chapter XXVII.
23Chapter III.—Concerning angels.
79Chapter XXVIII.
24Chapter IV.—Concerning the devil and demons.
80Chapter XXIX.
25Chapter V.—Concerning the visible creation.
81Book IV
26Chapter VI.—Concerning the Heaven.
82Chapter I.
27Chapter VII.—Concerning light, fire, the luminaries, sun, moon and stars.
83Chapter II.
28Chapter VIII.—Concerning air and winds.
84Chapter III.
29Chapter IX.—Concerning the waters.
85Chapter IV.
30Chapter X.—Concerning earth and its products.
86Chapter V.
31Chapter XI.—Concerning Paradise.
87Chapter VI.
32Chapter XII.—Concerning Man.
88Chapter VII.
33Chapter XIII.—Concerning Pleasures.
89Chapter VIII.
34Chapter XIV.—Concerning Pain.
90Chapter IX.
35Chapter XV.—Concerning Fear.
91Chapter X.
36Chapter XVI.—Concerning Anger.
92Chapter XI.
37Chapter XVII.—Concerning Imagination.
93Chapter XII.
38Chapter XVIII.—Concerning Sensation.
94Chapter XIII.
39Chapter XIX.—Concerning Thought.
95Chapter XIV.
40Chapter XX.—Concerning Memory.
96Chapter XV.
41Chapter XXI.—Concerning Conception and Articulation.
97Chapter XVI.
42Chapter XXII.—Concerning Passion and Energy.
98Chapter XVII.
43Chapter XXIII.—Concerning Energy.
99Chapter XVIII.
44Chapter XXIV.—Concerning what is Voluntary and what is Involuntary.
100Chapter XIX.
45Chapter XXV.—Concerning what is in our own power, that is, concerning Free-will1.
101Chapter XX.
46Chapter XXVI.—Concerning Events1.
102Chapter XXI.
47Chapter XXVII.—Concerning the reason of our endowment with Free-will.
103Chapter XXII.
48Chapter XXVIII.—Concerning what is not in our hands.
104Chapter XXIII.
49Chapter XXIX.—Concerning Providence.
105Chapter XXIV.
50Chapter XXX.—Concerning Prescience and Predestination.
106Chapter XXV.
51Book III
107Chapter XXVI.
52Chapter I.
108Chapter XXVII.
53Chapter II.
109Analysis
54Chapter III.
110Reflection
55Chapter IV.
111Memorable Quotes
56Chapter V.
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