The Creeds of Christendom (All 3 Volumes)
The History and the Account of the Christian DoctrineBy Philip Schaff
Length155h 10m
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In "The Creeds of Christendom," Philip Schaff presents a comprehensive examination of Christian creeds and confessions across diverse denominational lines, meticulously detailing their historical development and theological implications. Spanning three volumes, this work employs a scholarly yet accessible literary style, interweaving historical narrative with critical analysis. Schaff contextualizes the creeds within the broader milieu of Christian theology, addressing their evolution from early church formulations to modern affirmations of faith, which remain pivotal in shaping ecclesiastical identity and doctrinal orthodoxy. A distinguished theologian and church historian, Philip Schaff's erudition is profoundly influenced by his own immigrant background and his engagement with various Christian traditions. His experiences within the Reformed and Lutheran traditions, along with his profound appreciation for the ecumenical spirit, compel him to explore the unifying and distinguishing features of Christian doctrine. Schaff'Äôs extensive scholarly work is characterized by a commitment to preserving the rich tapestry of Christian thought through meticulous research, which elevates this text to a seminal academic resource. This monumental work is highly recommended for theologians, historians, and any readers seeking a deeper understanding of Christian orthodoxy and its creedal foundations. Schaff'Äôs detailed approach not only enriches one's theological knowledge but also fosters an appreciation for the diverse expressions of faith that define Christendom.
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Table of contents
1The Creeds of Christendom (All 3 Volumes)
2PREFACE
3PREFACE TO THE SECOND EDITION.
4PREFACE TO THE THIRD EDITION.
5PREFACE TO THE FOURTH EDITION.
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6PREFACE TO THE SIXTH EDITION.
7ADDITIONS TO THE LITERATURE
8General Literature.
9§ 1. Name and Definition.
10§ 2. Origin of Creeds.
11§ 3. Authority of Creeds.
12§ 4. Value and Use of Creeds.
13§ 5. Classification of Creeds.
14Literature on the three Œcumenical Creeds.
15§ 6. General Character of the Œcumenical Creeds.
16§ 7. The Apostles' Creed.
17§ 8. The Nicene Creed.
18§ 9. The Creed of Chalcedon.
19§ 10. The Athanasian Creed.
20General Literature.
21§ 11. The Seven Œcumenical Councils.
22§ 12. The Confessions of Gennadius, A.D. 1453.
23§ 13. The Answers of Patriarch Jeremiah to the Lutherans, A.D. 1576.
24§ 14. The Confession of Metrophanes Critopulus, A.D. 1625.
25§ 15. The Confession of Cyril Lucar, A.D. 1631.
26§ 16. The Orthodox Confession of Mogilas, A.D. 1643.
27§ 17. The Synod of Jerusalem and the Confession of Dositheus, A.D. 1672.
28§ 18. The Synods of Constantinople, A.D. 1672 and 1691.
29§ 19. The Doctrinal Standards of the Russo-Greek Church.
30§ 20. Anglo-Catholic Correspondence with the Russo-Greek Church.
31§ 21. The Eastern Sects: Nestorians, Jacobites, Copts, Armenians.
32General Literature.
33§ 22. Catholicism and Romanism.
34§ 23. Standard Expositions of the Roman Catholic System.
35§ 24. The Canons and Decrees of the Council of Trent.
36§ 25. The Profession of the Tridentine Faith, 1564.
37§ 26. Roman Catechism, 1566.
38§ 27. The Papal Bulls against the Jansenists, 1653 and 1713.
39§ 28. The Papal Definition of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary, 1854.
40§ 29. The Argument for the Immaculate Conception.
41§ 30. The Papal Syllabus, A.D. 1864.
42§ 31. The Vatican Council, 1870.
43§ 32. The Vatican Decrees. The Constitution on the Catholic Faith.
44§ 33. The Vatican Decrees, Continued. The Infallibility Decree.
45§ 34. Papal Infallibility Explained, and Tested by Tradition and Scripture.
46§ 35. The Liturgical Standards of the Roman Church.
47§ 36. The Old Catholics.
48General Literature.
49§ 37. The Reformation. Protestantism and Romanism.
50§ 38. The Evangelical Confessions of Faith.
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