John Chrysostom, the Archbishop of Constantinople around the year 390 AD, was an important leader in early Christianity. His eloquent literary works focused strongly on his denunciation on the abuse of authority and his emphasis on self-discipline - submitting our will to God. His Treatise On the Priesthood is one of his earlier works and speaks particularly to the importance of priesthood authority.

"For the peace of the whole world, the welfare of the Holy Churches of God, and the union of them all, let us pray of the Lord."The Divine Liturgy of Saint John Chrysostom stands at the heart of the Byzantine tradition as its principal Eucharistic rite, celebrated throughout the Eastern Orthodox and Byzantine Catholic Churches. This edition presents the complete English translation of the liturgy, including its prayers, responses, and rubrical instructions. Designed with an easy-to...

In this profound commentary on the Gospel of Matthew, St. John Chrysostom, one of the most renowned Church Fathers, unveils the transformative power of Christ's miracles. Through his insightful exegesis, Chrysostom illuminates the spiritual significance of these extraordinary events, revealing their relevance to our own lives. With eloquence and erudition, Chrysostom explores the miracles as manifestations of God's love, mercy, and sovereignty. He delves into the deeper meanings behind eac...

Homilies 65 though 90 of St John Chrysostom's commentary on the Holy Gospel according to St Matthew, which include the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Let us then stretch our mind towards Heaven, let us be held fast by that desire, let us clothe ourselves with spiritual fire, let us gird ourselves with its flame. No man who bears flame fears those who meet him; be it wild beast, be it man, be it snares innumerable, so long as he is armed with fire, all things stand out of his way, all things retire. The flame is intolerable, the fire cannot be endured, it consumes all. With this fire let us clothe ourselves, offering up glory to our Lord...

There is a celestial violinist playing to us; we need only listen to catch the tune and break free of the cage of ecclesiastical creeds and dogmas.In Fiddler in the Zoo author and theologian Chrysostom Arangaden reminds us that knowledge is our destiny and that its dissemination offers no barrier. He invites us to explore the traditional beliefs that bind us, as he inspires us to be reborn into the glorious liberty of the children of God.Arangadens work follows the words of...

Anthology of apologetics texts with selections from the first century AD through the Middle Ages. Includes introductions to each period and author, helpful comments in footnotes, and discussion questions for each selection.

John Chrysostom was an important Early Church Father, who served as archbishop of Constantinople. He is known for his preaching and public speaking, his Divine Liturgy and his ascetic sensibilities. His epithet Chrysostom is Greek for ‘golden-mouthed’, denoting his celebrated eloquence of expression. He was among the most prolific authors in the early Christian Church, with only Origen and Augustine exceeding his total output. This eBook presents John Chrysostom’s collected works, ...

Dio Chrysostom (surname literally means "golden-mouthed") was part of the Second Sophistic school of Greek philosophers which reached its peak in the early 2nd century. He was considered one of the most eminent of the Greek rhetoricians and sophists by the ancients who wrote about him, such as Philostratus, Synesius, and Photius.Eighty of his Discourses are extant, as well as a few Letters and a funny mock essay "In Praise of Hair", as well as a few other fragments. These orations a...

None of the Fathers of the early church is better known or loved than St Chrysostom, and none of his works is more popular than On the Priesthood. Its stylistic brilliance demonstrates the appropriateness of Chrysostom enduring title, the golden-mouthed. Yet the rhetorical eloquence of the work is not simply camouflage for lack of substance. Chrysostom's unique gift for linking concrete observation and theological vision is nowhere more evident that in On the Priesthood. ...

These homilies deal with errors against which Chrysostom throughout his life most strenuously contended. In an age of great depravity there seem to have been many who tried to excuse the weak resistance which they made to evil, both in themselves, and in others, by maintaining that the world was abandoned to the dominion of devils, or to the irresistible course of fate. To counteract the disastrous effects of such philosophy, which surrendered man to the current of his passions, it was nec...

Embark on a profound journey through the corridors of ancient wisdom with 'St. John Chrysostom on First Corinthians, Volume 2 (Unabridged).' This audiobook unveils the timeless teachings of the revered St. John Chrysostom, a luminary of early Christianity. As the golden-mouthed orator, Chrysostom's eloquence comes alive in this unabridged exploration of his interpretations on the intricate verses of First Corinthians. Delve into the rich tapestry of theological insight, moral guidance, and...