The Doctrine of Deification in the Greek Patristic Tradition

By:

Norman Russell

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Paperback / softback

Series:

Oxford Early Christian Studies

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Deification in the Greek patristic tradition was the fulfilment of the destiny for which humanity was created - not merely salvation from sin but entry into the fullness of the divine life of the Trinity. This book, the first on the subject for over sixty years, traces the history of deification from its birth as a second-century metaphor with biblical roots to its maturity as a doctrine central to the spiritual life of the Byzantine Church. Drawing attention to the richness and diversity of the patristic approaches from Irenaeus to Maximus the Confessor, Norman Russell offers a full discussion of the background and context of the doctrine, at the same time highlighting its distinctively Christian character.

Author Biography:

Norman Russell was formerly Vice-Provost of the London Oratory and is now an independent scholar.

Release date Australia

September 14th, 2006

Author

Norman Russell

Audience

Professional & Vocational

Pages

432

Series

Oxford Early Christian Studies

Dimensions

156x233x25

ISBN-13

9780199205974

Product ID

2358375

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