The Shepherd of Hermas is a religious text that dates back to the early Christian era. It is believed to have been written by a man named Hermas, who was a Christian living in Rome during the 2nd century AD. The book is divided into three main sections, each of which contains a series of visions or revelations that Hermas claims to have received from an angelic figure known as the Shepherd.The first section of the book focuses on the theme of repentance, as Hermas is shown various visions that illustrate the importance of ...
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The Shepherd of Hermas is a religious text that dates back to the early Christian era. It is believed to have been written by a man named Hermas, who was a Christian living in Rome during the 2nd century AD. The book is divided into three main sections, each of which contains a series of visions or revelations that Hermas claims to have received from an angelic figure known as the Shepherd.The first section of the book focuses on the theme of repentance, as Hermas is shown various visions that illustrate the importance of confessing one's sins and seeking forgiveness. The second section deals with the topic of spiritual growth, as the Shepherd teaches Hermas about the various virtues that Christians should cultivate in their lives. The third and final section of the book is concerned with the nature of the church and its role in the world.The Shepherd of Hermas is notable for its vivid imagery and allegorical language, which has made it a popular subject of study among scholars of early Christian literature. It has also been influential in shaping Christian theology and practice, particularly in the areas of repentance and spiritual growth. This edition of the text, translated by Kirsopp Lake, includes an introduction and notes that provide historical and literary context for the work.THIS 312 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Apostolic Fathers V2, by Kirsopp Lake. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766172309.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.
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