St. Justin Martyr: The First and Second Apologies
Overview
This volume contains an original English translation of Justin Martyr’s First and Second Apology, originally written in Greek. Recognized as a formative influence on the development of Christian theology in the early church, Martyr’s apologies are among the earliest attempts to systematize Christian theology.
Top Highlights
“‘Unless both rulers and ruled love wisdom, it is impossible to make cities prosper.” (Page 24)
“Justin’s special task was Christian apologetic or the defense of the faith” (Page 5)
“And this washing is called illumination,377 as those who learn these things are illuminated in the mind” (Page 67)
“Therefore, whatever things were rightly said among all people73 are the property of us Christians.” (Page 84)
“that everyone goes to eternal punishment or salvation in accordance with the character of his acts” (Page 29)
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