Twenty-One Homilies On The Statutes

Twenty-One Homilies on the Statutes is a religious text written by Saint John Chrysostom, a prominent Christian theologian and bishop of Constantinople in the late 4th century. The book is a collection of 21 sermons or homilies that Chrysostom delivered on various biblical statutes, or laws, found in the Old Testament. In these homilies, Chrysostom offers his interpretation and commentary on the statutes, providing insights into their meaning and relevance for Christians. He emphasizes the importance of following God's laws and living a virtuous life, while also acknowledging the challenges and temptations that people face in doing so. The homilies cover a wide range of topics, including the Ten Commandments, the Sabbath, marriage and divorce, and the treatment of slaves. Chrysostom's writing is characterized by his eloquence and rhetorical skill, as well as his deep knowledge of scripture and theology. Overall, Twenty-One Homilies on the Statutes is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Christian theology, biblical interpretation, or the history of the early Church. It offers a glimpse into the mind of one of the most influential thinkers of the early Christian era and provides insights that are still relevant and thought-provoking today.THIS 182 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Saint Chrysostom on the Priesthood, Ascetic Treatises, Select Homilies and Letters and Homilies on the Statues: Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers of the Christian Church V9, by Saint Chrysostom . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766184048.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.