Tertullian's Treatises: Concerning Prayer; Concerning Baptism (1919) - Paperback

by Tertullian (Author), Alexander Souter (Translator)

Tertullian's Treatises: Concerning Prayer; Concerning Baptism is a book that contains two separate treatises by the early Christian writer Tertullian. The first treatise, Concerning Prayer, explores the nature and importance of prayer in the Christian faith. Tertullian discusses the different types of prayer, the role of the Holy Spirit in prayer, and the benefits of praying regularly. He also addresses common questions and concerns about prayer, such as whether it is necessary to pray in a particular posture or direction.The second treatise, Concerning Baptism, focuses on the sacrament of baptism in the Christian church. Tertullian explains the significance of baptism, which he sees as a necessary step for salvation. He discusses the proper method of baptism, the role of the Holy Spirit in the sacrament, and the importance of baptismal vows. Tertullian also addresses controversies surrounding baptism, such as whether it should be administered to infants or only to adults.Overall, Tertullian's Treatises: Concerning Prayer; Concerning Baptism provides valuable insights into two important aspects of the Christian faith. Tertullian's writing is clear and accessible, making this book a useful resource for anyone interested in learning more about prayer and baptism in early Christianity.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.