History of Dogma, Volume 2 By: Adolf von Harnack (1851-1930)
History of Dogma, Volume 2 by Adolf von Harnack is a comprehensive study of the development of Christian beliefs and doctrines in the early centuries of the church. Harnack's thorough research and analysis provide a detailed account of how theological ideas evolved and changed over time, shedding light on the complex and often contentious debates that shaped the course of Christian theology. One of the highlights of the book is Harnack's clear and engaging writing style, which makes the often dense and intricate subject matter accessible to readers of all levels of familiarity with theology. His ability to distill complex concepts into clear and concise explanations is a testament to his mastery of the material and his skill as a writer. Harnack's meticulous attention to detail and his deep understanding of the theological debates of the early church make History of Dogma, Volume 2 an invaluable resource for students and scholars of Christian history and theology. Whether you are a seasoned theologian or a newcomer to the study of dogma, this book is sure to deepen your understanding of the rich and complex history of Christian beliefs. First Page: HISTORY OF DOGMA BY DR. ADOLPH HARNACK ORDINARY PROF. OF CHURCH HISTORY IN THE UNIVERSITY, AND FELLOW OF THE ROYAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCE, BERLIN TRANSLATED FROM THE THIRD GERMAN EDITION BY NEIL BUCHANAN VOL. II. BOSTON LITTLE, BROWN, AND COMPANY 1901 CONTENTS CHAPTER I. Historical Survey The Old and New Elements in the formation of the Catholic Church; The fixing of that which is Apostolic (Rule of Faith, Collection of Writings, Organization, Cultus); The Stages in the Genesis of the Catholic Rule of Faith, the Apologists; Irenæus, Tertullian, Hippolytus; Clement and Origen; Obscurities in reference to the origin of the most important Institutions; Difficulties in determining the importance of individual Personalities; Differences of development in the Churches of different countries. I. FIXING AND GRADUAL SECULARISING OF CHRISTIANITY AS A CHURCH CHAPTER II. The setting up of the Apostolic Standards for Ecclesiastical Christianity. The Catholic Church A. The transformation of the Baptismal Confession into the Apostolic Rule of Faith Necessities for setting up the Apostolic Rule of Faith; The Rule of Faith is the Baptismal Confession definitely interpreted; Estimate of this transformation; Irenæus; Tertullian; Results of the transformation; Slower development in Alexandria: Clement and Origen... Continue reading book >>

History of Dogma, Volume 2 By: Adolf von Harnack (1851-1930)

History of Dogma, Volume 2 by Adolf von Harnack is a comprehensive study of the development of Christian beliefs and doctrines in the early centuries of the church. Harnack's thorough research and analysis provide a detailed account of how theological ideas evolved and changed over time, shedding light on the complex and often contentious debates that shaped the course of Christian theology.

One of the highlights of the book is Harnack's clear and engaging writing style, which makes the often dense and intricate subject matter accessible to readers of all levels of familiarity with theology. His ability to distill complex concepts into clear and concise explanations is a testament to his mastery of the material and his skill as a writer.

Harnack's meticulous attention to detail and his deep understanding of the theological debates of the early church make History of Dogma, Volume 2 an invaluable resource for students and scholars of Christian history and theology. Whether you are a seasoned theologian or a newcomer to the study of dogma, this book is sure to deepen your understanding of the rich and complex history of Christian beliefs.

First Page:

HISTORY OF DOGMA

DR. ADOLPH HARNACK ORDINARY PROF. OF CHURCH HISTORY IN THE UNIVERSITY, AND FELLOW OF THE ROYAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCE, BERLIN

TRANSLATED FROM THE THIRD GERMAN EDITION

NEIL BUCHANAN

VOL. II.

BOSTON LITTLE, BROWN, AND COMPANY 1901

CONTENTS

CHAPTER I. Historical Survey

The Old and New Elements in the formation of the Catholic Church; The fixing of that which is Apostolic (Rule of Faith, Collection of Writings, Organization, Cultus); The Stages in the Genesis of the Catholic Rule of Faith, the Apologists; Irenæus, Tertullian, Hippolytus; Clement and Origen; Obscurities in reference to the origin of the most important Institutions; Difficulties in determining the importance of individual Personalities; Differences of development in the Churches of different countries.

I. FIXING AND GRADUAL SECULARISING OF CHRISTIANITY AS A CHURCH

CHAPTER II. The setting up of the Apostolic Standards for Ecclesiastical Christianity. The Catholic Church

A. The transformation of the Baptismal Confession into the Apostolic Rule of Faith

Necessities for setting up the Apostolic Rule of Faith; The Rule of Faith is the Baptismal Confession definitely interpreted; Estimate of this transformation; Irenæus; Tertullian; Results of the transformation; Slower development in Alexandria: Clement and Origen... Continue reading book >>

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