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1 online resource (xix, 412 pages) : map |
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The transformation of the classical heritage ; 20 |
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Transformation of the classical heritage ; 20.
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| Summary |
Basil of Caesarea is thought of most often as an opponent of heresy and a pioneer of monastic life in the eastern church. In this new biographical study, however, controversy is no longer seen as the central preoccupation of his life nor are his ascetic initiatives viewed as separable from his pastoral concern for all Christians. Basil's letters, sermons, and theological treatises, together with the testimonies of his relatives and friends, reveal a man beset by doubt. He demanded loyalty, but gave it also, and made it a central feature of his church. In Rousseau's portrait, Basil's understanding of human nature emerges as his major legacy |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 365-389) and indexes |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Basil, Saint, Bishop of Caesarea, approximately 329-379.
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| SUBJECT |
Basil, Saint, Bishop of Caesarea, approximately 329-379 fast |
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Christian saints -- Turkey -- Biography
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Bishops -- Turkey -- Biography
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RELIGION -- Christian Church -- History.
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BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY -- Religious.
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RELIGION -- Christianity -- History.
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HISTORY / Ancient / General
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Bishops
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Christian saints
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Turkey
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| Genre/Form |
Biographies
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Biographies.
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Biographies.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9780520921061 |
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0520921062 |
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0585139873 |
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9780585139876 |
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9780520213814 |
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0520213815 |
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