First published 2014
Why does the Trinity dominate Christian faith when the word never appears in Scripture? Who determined which books belong in the Bible? The Church Fathers hold these answers. Brilliant and combative figures like Ambrose, Augustine, Basilio, Athanasius, Chrysostom, and Jerome established biblical canon and sculpted the Creed. They defined sacraments and salvation while preserving the rich legacy of the primitive Church. D'Ambrosio transforms dry theology into compelling stories of these remarkable personalities without sacrificing theological precision. His accessible narrative captures the drive and vitality of a young Church spreading its revolutionary message across the ancient world. Christians from any tradition can trace their faith's origins through these pioneers whose history remains our history.
Genres: history, christian, non-fiction, church-history
Vibes: informative, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: historical, informative
Setting: Ancient World
Period: Early Church
272 pages · Paperback · Ediciones Palabra, S.A.