Apostolic Fathers Collection (2 vols.)

by Clayton N. Jefford

Publishers:

Hendrickson; Baker Academic

, 2006–2012

Overview

What can we learn about the early church from the Apostolic Fathers? Did their works share themes with the New Testament? What can postapostolic Christian literature teach us? In the Apostolic Fathers Collection, author Clayton N. Jefford presents comprehensive introductions to the Didache, Epistle to Diognetus, and Shepherd of Hermas, as well as the writings of Barnabas, Ignatius, Papias, Polycarp, Clement of Rome, and others, providing insight on their significance and historical context. Jefford compares the Apostolic Fathers to the New Testament, analyzing the literary, religious, and ethical themes they share, and offers observations and insights on the early church’s beliefs.

Discover how the Apostolic Fathers contributed to Christianity’s the growth and expansion in the first and second century. In the Logos edition, the Apostolic Fathers Collection is easily searchable. Scripture passages are tagged to appear on mouseover, and all cross-references link to the other resources in your digital library, making this collection even more powerful and even easier to access than ever before. With Logos’ advanced features, you can perform comprehensive searches by topic or Scripture reference—finding, for example, every mention of “unity” or “Mark 13.”

Key Features

• Includes a comprehensive introduction to the Apostolic Fathers
• Provides insight on the early church
• Compares themes found in the Apostolic Fathers and in the New Testament

Product Details

• Title: Apostolic Fathers Collection
• Author: Clayton N. Jefford
• Publisher: Baker Academic
• Volumes: 2
• Pages: 499

About Clayton N. Jefford

Clayton N. Jefford received his MDiv and ThM from South Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary and his PhD from Claremont Graduate School. He is a professor of Scripture at Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology in Saint Meinrad, Indiana. He is the author of several books, including The Apostolic Fathers: An Essential Guide.