Chrysostom: A Study In The History Of Biblical Interpretation (1887)

Chrysostom: A Study In The History Of Biblical Interpretation is a book written by Frederic Henry Chase, first published in 1887. The book is a detailed analysis of the life and work of John Chrysostom, an early Christian theologian and preacher, who lived in the 4th century AD. Chase's book provides a comprehensive study of Chrysostom's approach to biblical interpretation, which was based on a combination of historical and grammatical analysis, as well as theological insight. The author examines Chrysostom's commentaries on various books of the Bible, including the Gospels, Acts, and the Epistles of Paul, and shows how Chrysostom's interpretation of these texts was influenced by his cultural and historical context.The book also explores Chrysostom's role in the early Christian Church, as a preacher and bishop in Constantinople, and his impact on the development of Christian theology and practice. Chase provides a detailed analysis of Chrysostom's sermons, which were known for their eloquence and rhetorical style, and shows how they reflected the concerns and challenges of the early Christian community.Overall, Chrysostom: A Study In The History Of Biblical Interpretation is a valuable resource for scholars and students of early Christian history and theology, as well as for anyone interested in the history of biblical interpretation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.