The Pergamum Collection publishes books history has long forgotten. We transcribe books by hand that are now hard to find and out of print.

In The Expositor's Bible: The Epistle to the Philippians, Robert Rainy provides a comprehensive commentary on Paul's letter to the Philippian church. Rainy delves into the historical context of the epistle, emphasizing Paul's deep affection for the Philippians and the close relationship they shared. He explores major themes, such as joy, humility, and the importance of Christian unity, illustrating how Paul encourages the believers to remain steadfast in their faith amidst adversity. Rainy...

In "The Expositor's Bible: The Epistle to the Philippians," Robert Rainy delves into the profound theological implications and pastoral exhortations embedded within Paul's letter to the Philippians. Rainy employs a methodical literary style, balancing exegesis with insightful reflections that illuminate historical context, lexical nuances, and rhetorical techniques used by Paul. This work resonates with the traditions of Victorian biblical scholarship, revealing the interplay between faith...

In "The Expositor's Bible: The Epistle to the Philippians," Robert Rainy provides an extensive theological and expository examination of Paul's heartfelt letter to the church in Philippi. The work is characterized by its clear, methodical approach, combining meticulous textual analysis with pastoral sensitivity. Rainy's literary style is both erudite and accessible, equipped with historical context that highlights the sociocultural circumstances of the early Christians, while also elucidat...

Though this Course is occasioned by the recent Gifford Lectures of Professor Pfleiderer, there is neither intention nor need of beginning a personal conflict between present Lecturers and him. The mere fact that as yet many only know Dr. Pfleiderer’s views from newspaper summaries, prevents a thorough discussion of them. That may come by and by in detail. Enough is known to make theologians aware of the general purpose and tendency of those views, as every biblical student has long been fa...

Robert Rainy "The Expositor's Bible: The Epistle to the Philippians" gives a scholarly and insightful exploration of one among Paul's letters, presenting readers with a radical knowledge of the biblical textual content. Rainy, an outstanding theologian, brings both depth and clarity to his remark, making the complexities of the Epistle to the Philippians handy to an extensive target audience. In this extent, Rainy delves into the historical and cultural context of Philippi, unraveling the ...

THE old or official religions of Greece and of Rome had lost most of their power long before Constantine first declared that Christianity was henceforth to be recognized as a religio licita and then proceeded to bestow the Imperial favor on the faith which his predecessors had persecuted. Hellenism had destroyed their influence over the cultivated classes, and other religions, coming from the East, had captivated the masses of the people. If temples, dedicated to the gods of Olympus, were ...

How did Christianity compare and compete with the cults of the pagan gods in the Roman Empire? This scholarly work from award-winning historian, Robin Lane Fox, places Christians and pagans side by side in the context of civil life and contrasts their religious experiences, visions, cults and oracles. Leading up to the time of the first Christian emperor, Constantine, the book aims to enlarge and confirm the value of contemporary evidence, some of which has only recently been discovered.

G. Campbell Morgan (1863-1945) was a well-known and highly regarded preacher and Bible teacher in England. He worked closely with D. L. Moody, F. B. Meyer and Martyn Lloyd-Jones and for over 20 years was pastor of Westminster Chapel. He left an amazing legacy in written books and sermons that still encourage, instruct and challenge today!NOTE: All books in this collection are edited, spell-checked and formatted for your eReader. Includes an Active Table of...

Eusebius's account is the only surviving historical record of the Church during its crucial first 300 years.Bishop Eusebius, a learned scholar who lived most of his life in Caesarea in Palestine, broke new ground in writing the History and provided a model for all later ecclesiastical historians. In tracing the history of the Church from the time of Christ to the Great Persecution at the beginning of the fourth century, and ending with the conversion of the Emperor Constantine, his...

Collected here in this 8-in-1 omnibus edition are all of E. M. Bounds' powerful books. No one else wrote with such power and authority on prayer. These classic books continue to inspire and instruct us on all aspects of prayer and its uses in everyday Christian life. "Prayer has to do with the entire man. Prayer takes in man in his whole being, mind, soul and body. It takes the whole man to pray, and prayer affects the entire man in its gracious results. As the whole nature of man enters i...

10 EARLY CHRISTIAN SAINTS brings together in one accessible volume the stories of some of the greatest lives of the first 500 years of Christianity. We hope that this collection will give you a good glimpse into the experiences of these early believers and will also serve to strengthen your faith as you see their perseverance in hardships, their stand for truth and their love for God.Included in this volume are:• The Martyrdom of Polycarp,• M...