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| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Polycarp's Epistle to the Philippians and the Martyrdom of Polycarp Policarpo (santo, vescovo di Smirne), 2013-07-25 This commentary on Polycarp's Epistle to the Philippians and the Martyrdom of Polycarp includes extensive introductions, the Greek or Latin texts, facing English translations, and substantial comments on each passage. The preliminary material investigates Polycarpian traditions and reconstructs an outline of his life. The introductory studies for both Philippians and the Martyrdom discuss text and manuscript traditions, date and place of composition, historical setting, literary genre and style, unity and integrity, purpose and themes, theology, and post-composition influence. The volume also explores communal self-definition, moral formation, and the transmission of traditions, including the use of documents now found in the New Testament. The commentary proceeds passage by passage, but also includes lengthy discussions of critical issues and key interpretive questions. The investigations survey the current status of relevant scholarship and contain balanced discussions of controversial topics and scholarly debates. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Rebuilding the Foundations Paul Pavao, 2023-10 Most evangelical Christians believe that the smallest sin will cause eternal condemnation. This horrific falsehood and others underlie a Christian belief system that is imposed on the Bible rather than received from it. Paul Pavao uses the plain statements of Scripture to uproot the old foundations, lay out and establish the foundations clearly described in the Bible, and rebuild the basics of the faith. Verse after verse, called difficult by traditional teachers, click neatly into place when put into the Christian system taught by the apostles and once believed by all churches. J.T. Tancock, Welsh apologist, author, and Bible college teacher calls Rebuilding the Foundations explosive. He writes, It upsets apple carts, slays sacred cows, and demands that we 'go back to the Bible'. For all of those reasons all of us must read it.God shaped Paul's life, personality, circumstances, and spiritual upbringing to prepare him to write this book. I wrote Decoding Nicea to prove I could deal honestly with the facts and make solid historical sources available to the average Christian. That book was written as much to prove that I am qualified to write this book as for any other reason.Thousands of churches have hundreds of different theological systems. Converts to all branches of modern Christianity fall away in droves, most not even attending a church years down the road. Pastors know the majority of their congregants have little or no zeal for the things of Christ. A foundation of errors can only produce more errors, both theologically and practically. Building on what the apostle Paul called God's firm foundation can deliver us from those errors. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: The Apostolic Fathers in English Michael W. Holmes, 2006-11-01 The Apostolic Fathers is an important collection of writings revered by early Christians but not included in the final canon of the New Testament. Here a leading expert on these texts offers an authoritative contemporary translation, in the tradition of the magisterial Lightfoot version but thoroughly up-to-date. The third edition features numerous changes, including carefully revised translations and a new, more user-friendly design. The introduction, notes, and bibliographies have been freshly revised as well. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Polycarp and the New Testament Paul Hartog, 2002 Paul Hartog argues for the unity and early dating of Polycarp's letter to the Philippians and thus provides invaluable early evidence for the use of various New Testament documents. - Back cover. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Early Christian Fathers Cyril Richardson, 1995-12 This selection of writings from early church leaders includes work by Clement of Rome, Ignatius, Polycarp, Irenaeus, Athenagoras, and Justin Martyr.Long recognized for the quality of its translations, introductions, explanatory notes, and indexes, the Library of Christian Classics provides scholars and students with modern English translations of some of the most significant Christian theological texts in history. Through these works--each written prior to the end of the sixteenth century--contemporary readers are able to engage the ideas that have shaped Christian theology and the church through the centuries. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Polycarp and Paul Kenneth Berding, 2015-12-22 This volume addresses the question of the Apostle Paul's literary and theological influences on Polycarp of Smyrna. To this end, the most detailed analysis in print of Polycarp's dependence on earlier literature--both biblical and extra-biblical--is undertaken in the first part of the book. This general analysis forms the basis for the study of three questions: 1) Is Polyarp an imitator of Paul? 2) Whom does Polycarp think is the author of the Pastoral Epistles? 3) To what degree is Polycarp influenced by the theology of Paul? This volume will be of particular interest to anyone studying the Apostolic Fathers, the reception of Paul in the second century, the concept of imitation, and the authorship of the Pastoral Epistles. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Reasonable Faith William Lane Craig, 2008 This updated edition by one of the world's leading apologists presents a systematic, positive case for Christianity that reflects the latest work in the contemporary hard sciences and humanities. Brilliant and accessible. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: The Epistles of St. Clement of Rome and St. Ignatius of Antioch Pope Clement I, 1946 St. Clement's epistle, written c. 96, is called the first epistle, and is a model of a pastoral letter. The epistles of St. Ignatius, Bishop of Smyrna at the beginning of the second century, are addressed to six Christian communities. + |
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| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Will the Real Heretics Please Stand Up David W. Bercot, 1989 |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: The Apostolic Fathers , 1965 |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: The Apostolic Fathers Michael W. Holmes, 2007-11-01 This revision of the 1992 Greek-English edition features updated introductions, bibliographies, and textual witnesses. Essential for the serious student of early Christianity. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Apocryphal Gospels, Acts, and Revelations Alexander Roberts, James Donaldson, 2001-06 This Elibron Classics title is a reprint of the original edition published by T. & T. Clark, 1870, Edinburgh |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: NT IN THE APOSTOLIC FATHERS Oxford Society of Historical Theology, 2016-08-29 |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Philippi, From Colonia Augusta to Communitas Christiana , 2021-11-29 This volume provides a review of recent research in Philippi related to archaeology, demography, religion, the New Testament and early Christianity. Careful reading of texts, inscriptions, coins and other archaeological materials allow the reader to examine how religious practice in Philippi changed as the city moved from being a Hellenistic polis to a Roman colony to a center for Christian worship and pilgrimage. The essays raise questions about traditional understandings of material culture in Philippi, and come to conclusions that reflect more complicated and diverse views of the city and its inhabitants. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: On This Day in Christian History Robert Morgan, 2010-11 This volume introduces readers to preachers, popes, martyrs, heroes, and saints from 2,000 years of Christianity. This introduction to 365 of the most interesting men and women of faith brings a year's worth of inspiration and spiritual challenge. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: The Epistle of Polycarp to the Philippians Polycarp Of Smyrna, 2024-01-22 The Epistle of Polycarp is usually made a sort of preface to those of Ignatius, for reasons which will be obvious to the reader. Yet he was born later, and lived to a much later period. They seem to have been friends from the days of their common pupilage under St. John; and there is nothing improbable in the conjecture of Usher, that he was the angel of the church in Smyrna, to whom the Master says, Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life. His pupil Irenæus gives us one of the very few portraits of an apostolic man which are to be found in antiquity, in a few sentences which are a picture: I could describe the very place in which the blessed Polycarp sat and taught; his going out and coming in; the whole tenor of his life; his personal appearance; how he would speak of the conversations he had held with John and with others who had seen the Lord. How did he make mention of their words and of whatever he had heard from them respecting the Lord. Thus he unconsciously tantalizes our reverent curiosity. Alas! that such conversations were not written for our learning. But there is a wise Providence in what is withheld, as well as in the inestimable treasures we have received. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Philippians - Greg Herrick, 2002 A commentary on the book of PhilippiansSome Christians wonder how to deal with difficult circumstances. Others ask how they might learn to live responsibly and joyfully in the Christian community into which God has called them. Finally, most Christians ask at some time in their lives what it means to really know Christ personally and to live in a way that honors him. The problem is that we often look outside Scripture for answers.But Jesus said, ?Sanctify them in the truth, your [God?s] word is truth? (John 17:17). Indeed, the letter to the Philippians, God?s truth, provides answers to these questions and many others. Come, join us as we walk verse by verse through this amazing letter May your heart be stirred, your mind instructed, and your relationships renewed. We are confident that ?the one who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus? (Philippians 1:6). |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Forged Bart D. Ehrman, 2011-03-22 Bart D. Ehrman, the New York Times bestselling author of Jesus, Interrupted and God’s Problem reveals which books in the Bible’s New Testament were not passed down by Jesus’s disciples, but were instead forged by other hands—and why this centuries-hidden scandal is far more significant than many scholars are willing to admit. A controversial work of historical reporting in the tradition of Elaine Pagels, Marcus Borg, and John Dominic Crossan, Ehrman’s Forged delivers a stunning explication of one of the most substantial—yet least discussed—problems confronting the world of biblical scholarship. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: New Testament Introduction Louis Berkhof, 1915 |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Philippians MacArthur New Testament Commentary John MacArthur, 2001-08-01 Philippians is the most personal letter Paul wrote to a church. In it, he addresses many challenging aspects of the Christian life such as joy, humility, and spiritual unity. Respected preacher and Bible teacher, John MacArthur, presents yet another comprehensive and compelling commentary in his New Testament Series. Readers will find this resource indispensable for their study of this excellent epistle. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Early Christian Martyr Stories Bryan M. Litfin, 2014-09-30 Personal narratives are powerful instruments for teaching, both for conveying information and for forming character. The martyrdom accounts preserved in the literature of early Christianity are especially intense and dramatic. However, these narratives are not readily available and are often written in intimidating prose, making them largely inaccessible for the average reader. This introductory text brings together key early Christian martyrdom stories in a single volume, offering new, easy-to-read translations and expert commentary. An introduction and explanatory notes accompany each translation. The book not only provides a vivid window into the world of early Christianity but also offers spiritual encouragement and inspiration for Christian life today. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: The 1st Epistle of Clement to the Corinthians Clement Rome, 2016-12-09 Ever wondered if there were more writings from the first few centuries by Christians? Well the answer is - YES! There is much that the early Christians left us and they are available in this day and time.The New Testament is our rock to stand-upon, but there are other works that we can glean from that are filled with godly wisdom and virtue. The 1st Epistle of Clement to the Corinthians is just that kind of work that can further your walk with Christ in this present day. Clement was a man that was said to have known the great apostles Paul and Peter. Can you imagine that? What if you could learn from someone that was familiar with the great pillars of our faith? Here is your chance.Bless you in Christ name! |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Epistle of Polycarp to the Church of Philippi, A.D. 125 Saint Polycarp (Bishop of Smyrna.), 19?? |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Orthodoxy and Heresy in Earliest Christianity Walter Bauer, 1971 |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Recovering the Reformed Confession R. Scott Clark, 2008 |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: The Two Epistles of Clement to the Corinthians Pope Clement I, 1892 |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: The Life of Polycarp Alistair Stewart-Sykes, 2002 |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Cold-Case Christianity J. Warner Wallace, 2013-01-01 Written by an L. A. County homicide detective and former atheist, Cold-Case Christianity examines the claims of the New Testament using the skills and strategies of a hard-to-convince criminal investigator. Christianity could be defined as a “cold case”: it makes a claim about an event from the distant past for which there is little forensic evidence. In Cold-Case Christianity, J. Warner Wallace uses his nationally recognized skills as a homicide detective to look at the evidence and eyewitnesses behind Christian beliefs. Including gripping stories from his career and the visual techniques he developed in the courtroom, Wallace uses illustration to examine the powerful evidence that validates the claims of Christianity. A unique apologetic that speaks to readers’ intense interest in detective stories, Cold-Case Christianity inspires readers to have confidence in Christ as it prepares them to articulate the case for Christianity. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: The Forbidden Texts - Gospels and Epistles That Were Banned from the Bible - Including Walter R. Cassels, 2012-06 Several Gospels and Epistles were considered not suitable to be included in the Canon of Scripture. These texts are fascinating writings, offering theological and social insights. This book brings them together, included are: The Gospel of Peter; The Didache; The Gospel Of The Birth Of Mary; The Gospel Called The Protevangelion; The First Gospel Of The Infancy Of Jesus Christ; The Second, Or St. Thomas's Gospel Of The Infancy Of Jesus Christ; The Gospel Of Nicodemus, Formerly Called The Acts Of Pontius Pilate; The Epistles Of Jesus Christ & Abgarus King Of Edessa; The Epistle Of St. Paul The Apostle To The Laodiceans; The Epistles Of St. Paul The Apostle To Seneca, With Seneca's To Paul; The Acts Of St. Paul And Thecla; The First Epistle Of Clement To The Corinthians; The Second Epistle Of Clement To The Corinthians; The General Epistle Of Barnabas; The Epistle Of Ignatius To The Ephesians; The Epistle Of Ignatius To The Magnesians; The Epistle Of Ignatius To The Trallians; The Epistle Of Ignatius To The Romans; Ignatius To The Philadelphians; Ignatius To The Smyrneans; Ignatius To Polycarp; The Epistle Of Polycarp To The Philippians; The First Part Of The Book Of Hermas Called His Vision; The Second Part Of The Book Of Hermas, Called His Commands; The Third Part Of The Book Of Hermas, Called His Similitudes. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Hidden in Plain View Lydia McGrew, 2017-03-01 Hidden in Plain View: Undesigned Coincidences in the Gospels and Acts revives an argument for the historical reliability of the New Testament that has been largely neglected for more than a hundred years. An undesigned coincidence is an apparently casual, yet puzzle-like -fit- between two or more texts, and its best explanation is that the authors knew the truth about the events they describe or allude to. Connections of this kind among passages in the Gospels, as well as between Acts and the Pauline epistles, give us reason to believe that these documents came from honest eyewitness sources, people -in the know- about the events they relate. Supported by careful research yet accessibly written, Hidden in Plain View provides solid evidence that all Christians can use to defend the Scriptures and the truth of Christianity. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: The Epistle to the Philippians Handley Carr Glyn Moule, 1893 |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Philippi: How Christianity Began in Europe Eduard Verhoef, 2013-06-06 The book provides a introduction to Paul's Letter to the Philippians as well as to the history, development, and foundation of the Church in Philippi. Verhoef expertly guides students through the key issues of interpretation surrounding Paul's writings to the Philippians, before covering the key events of the Church at Philippi with careful reference to the archaeologial remains present at Philippi today. What emerges is a careful guide to one of the most important canonical epistles, and one of the most important cities in early Christianity. Verhoef draws students' and scholars attention to key artefacts, illuminating aspects of the Early Church at Philippi and the work of Paul. This volume will be indispensable for those teaching and studying Paul's Letter to the Philippians and Early Christianity. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Polycarp's Epistle to the Philippians and His Martyrdom Polycarp, 2017-11-12 The Epistle is usually made a sort of preface to those of Ignatius, for reasons which will be obvious to the reader. Yet he was born later, and lived to a much later period. They seem to have been friends from the days of their common pupilage under St. John; and there is nothing improbable in the conjecture of Usher, that he was the angel of the church in Smyrna, to whom the Master says, Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life. His pupil Irenaeus gives us one of the very few portraits of an apostolic man which are to be found in antiquity, in a few sentences which are a picture: I could describe the very place in which the blessed Polycarp sat and taught; his going out and coming in; the whole tenor of his life; his personal appearance; how he would speak of the conversations he had held with John and with others who had seen the Lord. How did he make mention of their words and of whatever he had heard from them respecting the Lord. Thus he unconsciously tantalizes our reverent curiosity. Alas! that such conversations were not written for our learning. But there is a wise Providence in what is withheld, as well as in the inestimable treasures we have received.THE Martyrdom purports to have been written by the church at Smyrna to the church at Philomelium, and through that church to the whole Christian world, in order to give a succinct account of the circumstances attending the martyrdom of Polycarp. It is the earliest of all the Martyria, and has generally been accounted both the most interesting and authentic. Not a few, however, deem it interpolated in several passages, and some refer it to a much later date than the middle of the second century, to which it has been commonly ascribed. We cannot tell how much it may owe to the writers who successively transcribed it. Great part of it has been engrossed by Eusebius in his Ecclesiastical History (iv. 15); and it is instructive to observe, that some of the most startling miraculous phenomena recorded in the text as it now stands, have no place in the narrative as given by that early historian of the church. Much discussion has arisen respecting several particulars contained in this Martyrium; but into these disputes we do not enter, having it for our aim simply to present the reader with as faithful a translation as possible of this very interesting monument of Christian antiquity.About CrossReach PublicationsWe are a family based home business. We are a husband and wife team raising a large family. It is our desire to publish books on a wide variety of topics that will teach, encourage, challenge, inspire and equip you to be the person you were designed to be. If you would like to find out more about us you can do so by searching for The Kinsella Bunch on YouTube. www.youtube.com/c/TheKinsellaBunchVlog Where we vlog our daily lives. So don't forget to drop by and say Hi! If you have any questions or comments about our publications or our channel you can do so by emailing: daniela.kinsella@gmail.comWhere we vlog our daily lives. If you have any questions or comments about our publications or our channel you can do so by emailing: daniela (dot) kinsella (at) gmail (dot) com |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: The Epistle to the Philippians, with intr. and notes, by H.C.G. Moule Paul (st.), 1897 |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: The Epistle to the Philippians, with intr. and notes by H.C.G. Moule. Stereotyped ed Paul (st.), 1899 |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: How We Got Our Bible Ralph Earle, 1971-01-01 The origination, development, preservation of various translations, and how the Bible has spread. Paper. |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: The Thessalonian Epistles John F. Walvoord, 1967 |
| epistle of polycarp to the philippians: Cold-Case Christianity (Updated & Expanded Edition) J. Warner Wallace, 2023-09-05 Homicide detective J. Warner Wallace applies ten common rules of evidence to make the case for Christianity in this completely updated and expanded edition of the apologetic classic that has changed lives around the world. A devout atheist, J. Warner Wallace couldn’t imagine believing in the Christian faith—until he applied the same step-by-step investigative process he utilized in his work as a homicide detective to the case for Christianity. In light of the ten common rules of evidence that he’d used to solve crimes throughout his career, Wallace realized he could no longer deny the truth of Jesus Christ. And his life was never the same. A proven bestseller, Cold-Case Christianity shows: How detective skills help us determine the historical reliability of the Bible The role that evidence plays in the Christian definition of faith Why the gospel eyewitness accounts demonstrate the historicity of Jesus How rules of evidence help make the case for the proof of Christianity This updated and expanded edition of Cold-Case Christianity includes: 300 new illustrations and graphic elements An updated introduction including the author’s testimony of moving from atheism to faith Completely updated content and page design A new afterword responding to commonly asked questions about the reliability of the New Testament An ideal book for spiritual seekers, as well as Christians who want to articulate the case for Jesus and the reliability of the Bible, this engaging exploration of Christianity answers the most important questions regarding the validity of the Bible. |
What is an Epistle? - Bibleinfo.com
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The armor of God, found in Ephesians 6:10-18, is made up of the following six items:
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Laodicea was a city located in what is now modern-day Turkey. Laodicea was located in Asia Minor in the region of the Roman Empire called Phrygia according to Acts 18:23.
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What is an Epistle? - Bibleinfo.com
Definition of epistle. An Epistle is a type of letter. The word comes from the Greek word epistolē, which means a letter. The difference from a regular letter is that the word epistle describes a …
Justification by faith: what does it mean? - Bibleinfo.com
What does it mean to be justified? Justification simply means to be made just, right or righteous. That is not man's natural state, as we all know.
Armor of God: What is it? - Bibleinfo.com
The armor of God, found in Ephesians 6:10-18, is made up of the following six items:
Who was Barnabas in the Bible? - Bibleinfo.com
Barnabas was a Levite from Cyprus. His real name was Joseph, but the apostles nicknamed him Barnabas meaning “son of encouragement,” because he loved to encourage others.
Did Jesus have any brothers, sisters or siblings? - Bibleinfo.com
Many commentators hold that the author of the epistle of Jude, who identifies himself as the "brother of James," was one of these brothers (Jude 1). It is also generally believed that the …
Philippians - Bibleinfo.com
Philippians, Paul’s letter to the church at Philippi, is often called the “epistle of joy.” Over and over, Paul uses words like “rejoice” and “joy.” The secret of joy, he maintains, is the peace that God …
Second Coming of Jesus Christ - Bibleinfo.com
The second coming is soon. In fact, Jesus promised His disciples that He would come again. John 14:1-3 says, “Let not your heart be troubled...In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were …
Ephesians - Bibleinfo.com
As a prisoner in the city of Rome, Paul wrote Ephesians to the church at Ephesus. The theme of this epistle was unity—the unity that comes from a common commitment of faith in Jesus Christ. Just …
What does the Bible say about Laodicea? - Bibleinfo.com
Laodicea was a city located in what is now modern-day Turkey. Laodicea was located in Asia Minor in the region of the Roman Empire called Phrygia according to Acts 18:23.
Who was Nicodemus in the Bible? - Bibleinfo.com
Nicodemus is best known for secretly meeting Jesus at night because he feared being seen by the Jewish leaders.
