A defence of the use of icons. Discusses veneration, honour and idolatry. The first complete translation of three brilliant treatises of the ninth century. With them John of Damascus secured the future of art in the service of Christ.

The fact that the Orthodox Church tends towards conservatism has many advantages. Amongst these is the fact that we can read commentaries on the Liturgy by a saint of the fourteenth century whose work remains very relevant.

This is the classic commentary on the Divine Liturgy. The introduction provides a useful and detailed discussion of this work.

Sets forth the doctrine of the Trinity as well as the theological significance of the Church`s tradition of worship.

Gregory of Nazianzus, “The Theologian,” was recognized among the Cappadocian Fathers as a peculiarly vivid and quotable exponent of the doctrine of God in Trinity.

Examines the way in which the two Ante-Nicene Fathers understood what it means to be human and offers a fascinating glimpse of alternative approaches to asceticism, in the days before monasticism became the dominant expression of this form of piety.

Hippolytus, a Christian leader from thirs century Rome, provides liturgical information of great antiquity massively influential in liturgical study and liturgical reform.

This is one of the fullest and most ancient extant writings on the Paschal celebration dating from the late second century.

The poetry of St. Gregory of Nazianzus ( ca. 330-391) has been likened to St. Augustine`s Confessions in showing a peculiarly modern interest in the self.

St. Gregory is widely recognised as one of the most important teachers of the early Church.

Abraham was brave, faithful, righteous and virtuous. The first section covers Genesis 12:27 - 25:10 the second section Genesis 12:27 - 18:16. The text discusses the nature of Abraham`s piety as an example for Christian life.

St. John Cassian was one of the primary conveyors of the monasticism of Egypt and Syria to Western Europe. This is his classic study of the Egyptian ideal of the monk. Selections

St. John Cassian was one of the primary conveyors of the monasticism of Egypt and Syria to Western Europe. This is talks he gave for people coming into monasticism. Introductory material

A comprehensive overview of the life, background and teaching of this seventh century ascetic. Isaac speaks of compassion with such a powerful sense of cosmic unity. Various topics are covered such as the universe, mankind, trials, humility, prayer, and life after death. The text is full of quotations.

A translation of early Christian writings, including those of Saints Barnabas, Clement, Ignatius, Polycarp but excluding The Shepherd of Hermas.

One of St. Cyril`s most important works composed in the aftermath of the Council of Ephesus (431) to explain his Christological doctrine.

Jacob, a little known fifth century Syrian saint is referred to as a flute of the Holy Spirit and harp of the faithful Church. This book offers a translation of four of his seven hundred plus homilies as an introduction to his work.

This is a very important translation of some of the writings of St. Photius, Patriarch of Constantinople, in which he sets forth an Orthodox understanding (mystagogy) of the Holy Spirit and in particular the wider issues implied by the Filioque controversy. A full introduction provides a detailed overview of the historical and theological context of the debate over the procession of the Holy Spirit.