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Church Fathers: From Clement of Rome to Augustine Hardcover – October 30, 2008

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  • Hardcover: 195 pages
  • Publisher: Ignatius Press; 7/31/08 edition (October 30, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 158617245X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1586172459
  • Product Dimensions: 5.3 x 0.9 x 8.3 inches
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5.0 out of 5 starsFathers know best
By Rich Leonardi on December 10, 2008
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Ignatius Press' collection of the Holy Father's Wednesday audience addresses on the Church Fathers is a must-have for anyone interested in early Church history. Picking up where he left off with the Apostles, Pope Benedict spent 2007 and 2008 explaining the role of these early leaders in resolving doctrinal controversies and shepherding their flocks. For instance, the lead address explains how Pope St. Clement, the third successor to the papacy who reigned at the end of the first century, spoke with authority to the church in Corinth. Thus early on in the life the Church, the Bishop of Rome exercised primacy over neighboring communities. These brief biographical sketches also offer critical lessons for today. We learn that according to St. Ambrose, a mentor to St. Augustine, "catechesis is inseparable from witness of life." In other words, those who are charged with teaching the faith must practice what they preach. It is worth pointing out what an elegant, well-made book Ignatius Press has produced. The hardcover edition features a tightly bound spine, quality paper, and an attractive dust-jacket design. Even at the $15 list price, this book is a bargain.
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5.0 out of 5 starsThe Holy Father Communicates.
By Jerome on December 17, 2009
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This is a great book for those who want a synthesized version of the early Church fathers. Even after having read some of the old, "original" writing of these great giants of the early, Catholic church, I found this offering a quality insight into who they were and how they have become pillars of the Church. The chapters are short but Pope Benedict gives you enough of the important information that should serve your need for knowledge and might provoke you into looking a little deeper. I don't have to encourage you if you are already considering this book as you probably already have your act together. I find the Holy Father an excellent communicator and this book is another in this series that is well written and instructive while not being a bore!
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5.0 out of 5 starsThe Church Fathers by Pope Benedict XVI
By Robert L. Tuzik on April 18, 2009
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Pope Benedict XVI has recently published an excellent book on The Church Fathers: From Clement of Rome to Augustine. If you want to know why the early Fathers of the Church are so important to Christianity, then please read this book. Pope Benedict presents in a concise and user-friendly way the insights of these early theologians and portrays the vibrancy of the life of the early Church. I recommend this book as a good introduction to some of the most famous writings from the early days of the Church's life.
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4.0 out of 5 starsPope Benedict's talks on Fathers are Nicely Compiled Here
By Richard Arnold on June 26, 2015
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Book contains numerous short articles from the Pope's public talks, so they are available online. Having said that, they are all nicely packed here. The talks are just a snippet of their lives and is an excellent jumping off point for further research. Some of the more notable Fathers such as St. Augustine have multiple day talks.
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4.0 out of 5 starsVery Informative, but Dry
By Blind Lemon Pie on March 9, 2012
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Each chapter is taken from a speech by Pope Benedict XVI at his weekly audiences. Each focuses on a particular Church Father. Good information, certainly told from the Church's perspective. The writing style is a bit dry at times, but recommended for those interested in the Church Fathers.
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5.0 out of 5 starsHoly Father, the Teacher
By Grace M. Alvarez on October 26, 2009
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Once again Pope Benedict XVI presents us with a close-up look at the Church Fathers. His insight into their contributions to the Church and Christianity in general gives the reader a better under-standing of what is behind Church teaching and how the process came about.
Excellent reading. I recommend it.
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5.0 out of 5 starsReadable, as always
By DAV on February 13, 2009
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As with all of Pope Benedict's writings, he presents his subject in a scholarly, but clear and very readable fashion. This book is very helpful for those wanting a basic understanding of these Church Fathers.
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5.0 out of 5 starsPope Benedict XVI: Great historian of Christianity
By denise in NJ on January 9, 2014
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I thought his speeches on the early church scholars were excellent. I had always wondered, "what happened after the death of the Apostles that made Christianity grow as much as it had.
. I know of St. Augustine but very little about his important predecessors. This book answers the question, and he crafts his speeches with his love for the Church fathers -- with a great deal of agapic sensitivity.
This Pope was truly an intellectual giant, as he produced at least 4 other books on the topic of Christianity which I intend to read, the next book on Christ's birth and early education ... Which is an unanswered question for me. My hunch is that Philo of Alexandria either tutored Christ directly, or one of his students worked on that. I am looking forward to reading the book.
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5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Excellent summary of the Fathers and their teachings

Published 14 months ago by Bob
5.0 out of 5 starsA very good introduction to the early Church Fathers

A very good introduction to the early Church Fathers. Pope Benedict's summaries tell of the significance of the times in which these holy men lived and the depth of their... Read more

Published 14 months ago by Merci
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as advertised

Published on August 5, 2014 by L.W. Brittian
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EXCELLENT CONDITION

Published on July 5, 2014 by marie louise bashaw
5.0 out of 5 starsGreat read

Good to get a modern perspective with the combination of historical and original Church fathers' wisdom. Highly recommend. Excellent read.

Published on August 16, 2013 by mo
5.0 out of 5 starsBest synopsis

I have read other books on the fathers of the church or I have been taught about them. However, I have never encountered such rendition of their spirit. Read more

Published on May 22, 2013 by Mary C. Tanski
5.0 out of 5 starsIt takes 10 minutes to read about one.

I read about one everyday it feeds me and I always feel better after doing so. Not heavy but feeds you and helps you grow.

Published on May 3, 2013 by Richard Bligh
2.0 out of 5 starsVery surface

Translated transcripts of this short weekly talks.
I love early church history but found this book disappointing.
I would not recommend.

Published on April 13, 2013 by Tom Van
4.0 out of 5 starsChurch Fathers

I received the e book version of this and found it quite interesting. I expected more of a historical rendering whereas the Holy Father took a spiritual approach making it quite... Read more

Published on January 19, 2013 by Page
5.0 out of 5 starsAnother great work by Pope Benedict

The book is a great work by Pope Benedict. It was a required text book for my class and will prove valuable outside of class.

Published on November 17, 2012 by Tom Frazier

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