Clement of Alexandria (2 vols.)

by G. W. Butterworth; Clement of Alexandria

Publishers:

Harvard University Press; William Heinemann

, 1919

Overview

During the second century, Clement of Alexandria—whose real name was Titus Flavius Clemens—taught Christian theology at the Catechetical School of Alexandria and was regarded as the best-educated authority on the works of other authors of his time and before. In this work, he uses not just numerous references and quotes from the Bible and other famous works, but also references to minor authors rarely seen elsewhere. Clement was heavily influenced by Hellenistic philosophy, in particular Plato and the Stoics. This collection includes extensive examination of pagan mythology, philosophical and ethical discussions of wealth, and discussion of the beliefs of Christian heretics.

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Key Features

• Loeb Classical Library edition
• Extensive biblical references
• Clement’s Exhortation to give up pagan gods for God and Christ
• Illustration of St. John and the Robber
• Clement’s neo-Platonic philosophies

Product Details

• Title: Clement of Alexandria
• Author: Clement of Alexandria
• Translator: G. W. Butterworth
• Series: Loeb Classical Collection
• Publisher: William Heinemann
• Volumes: 2
• Pages: 450

About Clement of Alexandria

Clement of Alexandria (150–215) came from a pagan background in Athens, and his Christian theology was strongly influenced by Greek philosophy. Clement taught at the Catechetical school in Alexandria, Egypt, where he was succeeded by another great teacher, Origen of Alexandria.