Author:   ABRAHAM TERIAN  

#:  8037  

AVANT is the title of a new series of publications introducing the treasures of the Armenian Christian Tradition. This first volume (numbered two in the series) recounts the blend of patriotism and piety that was born in the very cradle of Armenian Christianity. “Armenian letters,” a literary motif that began in the fifth century and nurtured the mingling of culture and religion, reached its highest point in the medieval panegyrics on (i.e. tribute to) St Gregory the Illuminator—fourth-century apostle, national saint, and patron of Armenia. Anyone interested in the complex and intriguing marriage between faith and culture will enjoy this excellently written volume.   

Author:   CHRISTINE CHAILLOT  

#:  8160  

The Coptic Orthodox Church is the largest remaining Christian community in the Middle East. This is an excellent introduction to its history and present life in all its aspects. Illustrated throughout with black and white photos and maps.  

Author:   ABRAHAM TERIAN  

#:  8595  

This rediscovered early fourth century text (extant only in Armenian) is stunning experts in the field of liturgy and enriches all with its rare glimpse into the life of the early Christian Church. It describes baptismal and eucharistic rites in Jerusalem and predates the better known "Catechetical Lectures" of St. Cyril and the travel diary of Egeria. A precise translation of the letter is provided together with a fascinating introduction setting the background to it.  

Author:   ED. BY ROBERTA R ERVINE  

#:  8413  

A collection of papers from one of the largest symposia ever held dedicated to Eastern liturgy. The contributions are organised in three broad sections: "Liturgy in History", "Liturgy in Context" and "Liturgy Yesterday and Today." Contributors include Robert Taft, Sebastian Brock and Boghos Levon Zekiyan.  

Author:   CHRISTINE CHAILLOT  

#:  5170  

A useful introduction to one of the most ancient , numerically large but perhaps least well known national churches in Christendom. Gives a summary of their history, administration, missionary activity, schools, modern theological teaching. Written to promote dialogue and understanding.  

Author:   CHRISTINE CHAILLOT AND ALEXANDER BELOPOPSKY  

#:  3009  

A must read for anyone wanting to understand the progress which has been made towards reunion between the "Eastern" and "Oriental" Orthodox churches. Contains not only the full texts of some of the most important statements of both official and unofficial dialogues but also a very good overview of the history, life and theology of the "Oriental" Orthodox churches. Nicely illustrated with black & white photos. Appendices give addresses, bibliography and maps for further reference.  

Author:   TR. R. M. PRICE. INTRO AND NOTES BY JOHN BINNS  

#:  1849  

This work provides a history not only of monks, but of the whole church in Palestine, at the height of its prestige and power in the third century.  

Author:   TR. R. M. PRICE  

#:  1850  

One of the champions of Antiochene christology, Theodoret is a major source for the history of monasticism in northern Syria.  

Author:   TR. AND ANNOTATED BY ARMAND VEILLEUX WITH A FOREWORD BY ADALBERT DE VOGUE O S B  

#:  1838  

The second in a three volume series of translations of all the existing documents from the cenobitic monasteries of Pachomius.   

Author:   TR. AND ANNOTATED BY ARMAND VEILLEUX WITH A FOREWORD BY ADALBERT DE VOGUE O S B  

#:  1839  

The third in a three volume series of translations of all the existing documents from the cenobitic monasteries of Pachomius.   

Author:   TR. AND ANNOTATED BY ARMAND VEILLEUX WITH A FOREWORD BY ADALBERT DE VOGUE O S B  

#:  1837  

The first in a three volume series of translations of all the existing documents from the Egyptian cenobitic monasteries of Pachomius who formed a monastic rule from the Scriptures which reflect years of experiences and failures.  

Author:   TR. WITH INTRO. BY DAVID BELL  

#:  1836  

This is the first ever English translation of the life of Shenoute, ranked second only to Pachomius for his contribution to the development of Egyptian monasticism. Casts new light on the desert monasticism of the fifth century.  

Author:   TR. WITH INTRO. BY TIM VIVIAN  

#:  1835  

A translation of two Coptic works of a late fourth century monk. The introduction discusses the origins of Christianity in southern Egypt, the spirituality of the early monks, their way of life, communal living, prayer and worship.  

Author:   TRANS. SEBASTIAN BROCK  

#:  1197  

An outstanding introduction to a little known region in the history of spirituality as well as a wise store of practical counsel for those seeking to pray more deeply.  

Author:   BABY VARGHESE  

#:  8366  

An excellent introduction to the liturgical theology of the Oriental Orthodox Churches by a leading Indian Orthodox scholar. He draws on West Syrian liturgical commentaries and homilies on liturgical celebrations whilst not neglecting other Oriental Orthodox and East Syrian sources.  

Author:   BABY VARGHESE  

#:  8359  

An excellent introduction to the liturgical theology of the Oriental Orthodox Churches by a leading Indian Orthodox scholar. He draws on West Syrian liturgical commentaries and homilies on liturgical celebrations whilst not neglecting other Oriental Orthodox and East Syrian sources.  

Author:   SEBASTIAN BROCK  

#:  8356  

A critical examination of the Christology of the "Church of the East" which is commonly known as the "Nestorian" Church. This appellation is brought into question through a detailed examination of the phraseology of the invocations of the Holy Spirit in the Syriac liturgical tradition and a study of two early commentaries of the Divine Liturgy. A full translation of some early Syriac baptismal commentaries and Gabriel of Qatar's writings on the Liturgy are included.  

Author:   MASSIMO CAPUANI  

#:  5280