Description: This book delves into the lives of early Christian saints, offering readers a glimpse into the beliefs, practices, and societal structures of the early medieval period. Through a blend of history and legend, the author paints vivid portraits of individuals renowned for their piety, humility, and unwavering faith in the face of persecution. The narratives explore themes of martyrdom, devotion, and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment. Readers will encounter tales of miraculous healings, acts of self-sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to Christian ideals. These stories are set against the backdrop of the Roman Empire and its complex relationship with the emerging Christian faith. By examining the lives and legacies of figures like Saint Pauline, Saint Julian, and Saint Ignatius, this book provides valuable insights into the development of Christian theology, monasticism, and the role of women in the early Church. The author's engaging storytelling and meticulous attention to detail transport readers to a bygone era, offering a deeper understanding of the profound impact these individuals had on shaping the course of Christian history. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
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Book Title: Golden Legend : or Lives of the Saints (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 316 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Item Height: 0.7 in
Topic: Christianity / General
Publication Year: 2015
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Genre: Religion
Item Weight: 14.9 Oz
Author: William Caxton Volthree
Item Length: 9 in
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback