Excerpt from St. Basil and Greek Literature: A Dissertation Submitted to the Faculty of Letters of the Catholic University of America in Partial Fulfilment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy
The author wishes to acknowledge his indebtedness and ex press his sincere gratitude to Dr. Roy J. Deferrari, Head of the Departments of Greek and Latin at the Catholic University of America, under whose guidance the monograph was written, and from whose advice it has materially profited. Thanks are also due to Reverend Romanus Butin, s.m., ph.d. And Reverend A. Vaschalde, ph.d. For having read the manuscript and offered many valuable suggestions.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the influence of Greek literature on the 4th-century theologian Basil of Caesarea. The author shows that Basil was well-acquainted with pagan literature, using references to strengthen his religious teachings. He draws on Greek history, philosophy, and poetry to make his points, revealing the depth of his understanding and appreciation of the classical world. The book illuminates Basil's sophisticated knowledge of literary sources and nuances, challenging the common perception of him as a strictly religious figure. By exploring Basil's engagement with Greek literature, this book enriches our understanding of a pivotal figure in Christian thought and sheds light on the intricate relationship between Christianity and its cultural heritage. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333895723_0
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