On the Incarnation with an introduction by C.S. LewisBy any standard, this is a classic of Christian theology. Composed by St. Athanasius in the fourth century, it expounds with simplicity the theological vision defended at the councils of Nicaea and Constantinople: that the Son of God himself became "fully human, so that we might become god." Its influence on all Christian theology thereafter, East and West, ensures its place as one of the few "must read" books for all who want to...

Written between the mid-fourth and late sixth centuries to commemorate and glorify the achievements of early Christian saints, these six biographies depict men who devoted themselves to solitude, poverty and prayer. Athanasius records Antony's extreme seclusion in the Egyptian desert, despite temptation by the devil and visits from his followers. Jerome also shows those who fled persecution or withdrew from society to pursue lives of chastity and asceticism in his accounts of Paul of Thebe...

"On the Incarnation" is a classic in Christian literature. Before reaching the age of 20, Athanasius wrote this treatise affirming and explaining that Jesus was both God and Man. He answers perennial which are often asked by Christians ourselves, by Muslims, and increasingly by atheists of Christians today: Why didn't God just forgive about our sin, without sending Jesus? What is Jesus nature like? In this work clear answers are given by Saint Athanasius, a man re...

This edition of On the Incarnation of the Lord comes complete with a Bieber Touch-or-Click Table of Contents, divided by each book. Saint John Cassian (ca. 360 435), was a Christian theologian celebrated in both the Western and Eastern Churches for his mystical writings. He is known both as one of the "Scythian monks" and as one of the "Desert Fathers." John Cassian came very late into writing and only did so when a request was made by an important person or persons. His sources were the sam...

ATHANASIUS wrote some of the first classic works of developed Orthodox theology in existence, opposing Pagan practices and beliefs, while teaching about the spiritual redemption of mankind through God's Word. Also, Athanasius backs up the Bible that the Son of God, the eternal Word through whom God created the world, entered that world in human form to lead men back into the harmony with their Creator from which they had earlier fallen away.

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...

Athanasius was born in Egypt to a Christian family sometime around 295 AD. He was given a good education by his parents, and in his youth, the local bishop, recognizing his talents, took him on as his aide. As a result he would get the chance to be present at Nicaea for the first Ecumenical council of the church.These works cover the full span of his life, beginning before 319 AD, when he wrote his famous, 'On the Incarnation of the Word'. At the time there were a number of differe...

This edition comes complete with a Touch-or-Click Table of Contents. Most of what is known about the life of Anthony comes from the Life of Anthony. Written in Greek around 360 by Athanasius of Alexandria, it depicts Anthony as an illiterate and holy man who through his existence in a primordial landscape has an absolute connection to the divine truth, which always is in harmony with that of Athanasius as the biographer. Sometime before 374, it was translated into Latin by Evagrius of Antioch...

*Includes artwork by famous Christian artists like Durer, Andrea Sacchi, and more. St. Anthony of Egypt, or Anthony the Great, lived from 251 to 356 A.D. One of the first monks, he was a hermit, and lived in the deserts of Egypt. The primary source of information on St. Anthony is this biography by St. Athanasius.

Society is lost and confused about God, morality, and eternity. Catholics face persecution, from outside and inside the Church, for living their Faith. Priests speak out against errors and corruption in their own hierarchy, only to be marginalized and punished by their superiors. The few bishops who remain faithful to the changeless teaching of Christ are rebuked and “canceled,” even by the pope himself, and sent into exile. Catholics longing for reverent worship are forced out of their pa...

St. Athanasius' On the Incarnation of the Word (De Incarnatione Verbi Dei), while written during the 4th century A.D., has stood the test of time as one of Christianity's most compelling defenses of the Faith.

Focusing on the theology around Christ as God and man, St. Athanasius expounds on the biblical evidence of the hypostatic union. He reflects on the entity and identity of Christ as well as His purpose on Earth and His intent for His followers. Athanasius also delves into such topics as life, death, creation, resurrection, and the nature of the Holy Spirit. This timeless and influential work eloquently explains the complicated and beautiful nature and purpose of Jesus’ time on Earth.