Saint John Chrysostom / St Chrysostom of the Priesthood in Six Books 1st ed 1759
$ 158.4
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Saint John Chrysostom / St Chrysostom of the Priesthood in Six Books 1st ed 1759. Spine with small raised bands and gilt-lettered label. Issued in London in 1759 and translated by the Rev. John Bunce, the work explores preaching, pastoral care, spiritual accountability, and the moral burdens of those entrusted with the cure of souls. St. Chrysostom of the Priesthood: in Six Books, Translated from the Greek Author: Chrysostom, Saint John; Bunce, John (Trans.) Title: St. Chrysostom of the Priesthood: in Six Books, Translated from the Greek Publication: London: Samuel Richardson, 1759 Edition: First Edition of the John Bunce translation Description: Octavo, xxxii, 382, [1] pages, period leather over marbled boards. Spine with small raised bands and gilt-lettered label. An important 18th-century English translation of one of the foundational patristic treatises on Christian ministry, St. Chrysostom of the Priesthood: in Six Books, Translated from the Greek presents St. John Chrysostom’s celebrated reflection on the dignity, dangers, and grave responsibilities of the clerical office. Issued in London in 1759 and translated by the Rev. John Bunce, the work explores preaching, pastoral care, spiritual accountability, and the moral burdens of those entrusted with the cure of souls. A significant work for collectors of theology, patristics, ecclesiastical history, and early Christian literature. Top board detached, rear hinge cracked, rubbing and wear, scuffs, some slight discoloration, chip to spine, else in good + condition. Seller ID: 281 Subject: Christianity, First Editions, Religion West Chester Books We are an online only, generalist rare and antiquarian bookstore located in historic West Chester, Pennsylvania. We carry thousands of books on various subjects. Terms All orders ship within one business day. Standard mail is USPS Media Mail. Expedited and international shipping are also available. We offer combined shipping on multiple orders. All items are guaranteed to be as described, or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund. This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
