The Six Books on the Priesthood of St. John Chrysostom (1837) - Paperback

by John Chrysostom St John Chrysostom (Author), St John Chrysostom (Author), F. W. Hohler (Translator)

The Six Books On The Priesthood Of St. John Chrysostom is a collection of writings by St. John Chrysostom, a prominent early Christian theologian and bishop of Constantinople. Originally written in Greek in the 4th century, this book has been translated into English and published in 1837. The book is divided into six sections, each focused on different aspects of the role of a priest. The first book discusses the importance of the priesthood and the qualities necessary for a good priest. The second book delves into the responsibilities of a priest, including preaching, teaching, and administering sacraments. The third book examines the challenges and temptations faced by priests and how to overcome them. The fourth book discusses the relationship between priests and their congregations, emphasizing the importance of humility and compassion. The fifth book explores the role of a priest in the wider community, including social justice issues and political involvement. The final book concludes with a reflection on the ultimate goal of the priesthood, which is to bring people closer to God. Overall, this book provides a comprehensive guide to the priesthood according to the teachings of St. John Chrysostom, offering insight and guidance for both current and aspiring priests.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.