Being interested in both Orthodox spirituality and post-Roman history, I cast about for a volume presenting all that is known to us about one of the most famous and influential figures of the 5th century, Saint Germanus, Bishop of Auxerre: and finding none, have dared distill into one booklet the works of those scholars who have cast light upon one aspect or other of St Germanus` life and works.

St Basil`s homilies on the subject of wealth and poverty, although delivered in the fourth century, remain utterly fresh and contemporary.

The spiritual counsels of Mark, a fifth century monk in Asia Minor, are equally rich in theological insight and historical interest.

Evagrius Ponticus (AD 343–399 ) spent sixteen years in the desert of Egypt, where he gained the gift of insight into the human soul.

The essays in this book reveal the deep affinity which existed between the early Latin and Byzantine churches, transcending linguistic and cultural barriers.

In the Orthodox Church St Gregory of Nazianzus (ca. 329–ca. 390) is known as the Theologian, a title he shares only with the Evangelist John.

The twelve sermons translated in this volume were all produced in the eighth century, in Constantinople, Jerusalem, Crete, and possibly Greece or Syria.

A new translation of an ancient but timely work from the great sixth century Pope of Rome who sponsored the mission of St. Augustine to evangelise the English.

A new English translation of a classic text together with studies which trace the emergence of monasticism in Asia Minor. The work is offerred by the translator to those who see the vital need of recovering, one might also say reinventing Christian monastacism for the health of the Church.

St. Cyprian, the third century Bishop of Carthage in North Africa, is most widely known for articulating a clear view of the nature of the Church.

St. Cyprian, the third century Bishop of Carthage in North Africa, is most widely known for articulating a clear view of the nature of the Church.

St. Cyprian, the third century Bishop of Carthage in North Africa, is most widely known for articulating a clear view of the nature of the Church.

For anyone concerned to understand the nature and purpose of the Church this is essential reading.

The late Professor Chrestou (Aristotle University,Thessaloniki, Greece), is regarded by many as the leading twentieth century Greek Orthodox specialist in the study of the Church Fathers.

Veneration of the saints and martyrs of the Church has been a cornerstone of Christian life since the beginning of Christianity.

St. Athanasius is one of the greatest early Christian teachers whose simplicity of writing reveals a depth of theology. These studies, whilst of an academic nature, are written with a desire not simply to inform but also to enliven the reader spiritually through an appreciation of St. Athanasius`s life and writings.

St. Makarios of Corinth is perhaps best known as one of the compilers of the great collection of early sayings on prayer known as The Philokalia.

An erudite and in depth analysis of the concept of deification. It examines not only the contribution of patristic writers to the development of the doctrine but also its antecedents in Graeco- Roman and Jewish cultures.

A collection of thirty little known discourses from the fourth century Syriac speaking church located in modern day Iraq,Turkey and Syria. Reflecting the ups and downs of a real Christian community the discourses call the reader back to the steps of Uprightness and Perfection.

This informative and enjoyable little book serves as a valuable introduction to early Christian teaching on the human person.St. Basil, the great fourth century Archbishop of Caesarea, reflects on the image of God in humanity, the fall, and the origin of evil.