On the Orthodox Faith - by St John of Damascus (Paperback)

About the Book

"St John of Damascus is often regarded as "the last of the fathers," and his On the Orthodox Faith (or An Exact Exposition of the Orthodox Faith) is a summary and creative synthesis of all preceding patristic thought, touching upon every major aspect of the Christian faith. Norman Russell's new translation is based upon Kotter's critical Greek text, which is included on the facing page"--

Book Synopsis

Considered by many to be the final and crowning work of the patristic age, St John of Damascus' On the Orthodox Faith addresses all the major areas of Christian belief: Trinitarian theology, Christology, soteriology, the sacraments, the veneration of icons, saints, and relics, and much more. This new translation by Norman Russell includes a helpful introduction discussing the origin and reception of the text. This diglot edition, reproducing the critical Greek text on the facing page, is sure to become the standard and classic edition of this central and important patristic work.

Saint John of Damascus was a Syrian monk and priest. Born in the seventh century and raised in Damascus, he died at his monastery, Mar Saba, near Jerusalem. He wrote works expounding the Christian faith and composed hymns which are still used. He is one of the most widely read Fathers and is best known for his strong defense of icons.