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by Oxford Society of Historical Theology (Author)
The New Testament in the Apostolic Fathers is a book published by the Oxford Society of Historical Theology. This book is a collection of writings by early Christian leaders known as the Apostolic Fathers, who lived in the first and second centuries AD. These writings include letters, sermons, and other documents that were written shortly after the time of the New Testament.The book explores the relationship between the New Testament and the writings of the Apostolic Fathers. It examines the ways in which the early Christian leaders were influenced by the teachings of Jesus and the apostles, and how they in turn influenced the development of Christian theology and practice.The New Testament in the Apostolic Fathers is a valuable resource for scholars, theologians, and anyone interested in the early history of Christianity. It provides a unique perspective on the early Christian church and its teachings, and sheds light on the ways in which the New Testament was interpreted and applied by the early Christian leaders.1905. This work had its origin in a resolution passed by the Society of Historical Theology, in Oxford, appointing a small Committee to prepare a volume exhibiting those passages of early Christian writers which indicate, or have been thought to indicate, acquaintance with any of the books of the New Testament. The present volume deals with the writings of the Apostolic Fathers, in which information is scanty, and traces of dependence on the Scriptures of the New Testament are most open to doubt. Contents: Barnabas; Didache; I Clement; Ignatius; Polycarp; Hermas; II Clement; and Tables of Results.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.
