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The Paulist Press' determination to search out our own past with the highest standards of excellence in both scholarship and publishing is indeed a light shining at midnight.' Andrew Greeley Universal Press Syndicate OrigenAn Exhortation to Martyrdom, Prayer, First Principles: Book IV, Prologue to the Commentary on the Song of Songs, Homily XXVII on Numbers translation and introduction by Rowan A. Greer preface by Hans Urs von Balthasar 'Indeed, the soul is led by a heavenly love and desire when once the beauty and glory of the Word of God has been perceived; he falls in love with His splendor and by this receives from Him some dart and wound of love.' Origen (c.254) Origen was born in Alexandria close to the end of the second century. His life spanned the turbulent years during the collapse of the Roman Empire. He sought to rescue and transform what was best of the Roman world and to translate the Christian spiritual quest into a language intelligible to the thoughtful and educated nonbeliever of his day. Origen is one of the first and most important of the Christian mystics, and many of the great themes of spiritual literature can be traced back to him. Von Balthasar, the eminent Swiss theologian, in his preface says of him, 'As towering a figure as Augustine and Aquinas...his work is aglow with the fire of a Christian creativity which even in the greatest of his successors burned merely with a borrowed flame.' The collected works in this volume represent the heart of Origen's spiritual vision. The translation and introduction is by Rowan A. Greer of the Yale Divinity School.
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- Q: What is the primary focus of 'Origen: An Exhortation to Martyrdom, Prayer, and Selected Works'? A: The book primarily focuses on the spiritual vision of Origen, exploring themes of martyrdom, prayer, and the deeper understanding of Christian teachings.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is Origen, an influential early Christian theologian and scholar.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: This book contains 320 pages.
- Q: When was 'Origen: An Exhortation to Martyrdom, Prayer, and Selected Works' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1979.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers new to Christian mysticism? A: Yes, this book is suitable for both new readers and those familiar with Christian mysticism, as it provides foundational insights into Origen's thoughts and works.
- Q: Who translated and introduced this edition of the book? A: This edition is translated and introduced by Rowan A. Greer from the Yale Divinity School.
- Q: What themes are highlighted in Origen's works included in this book? A: The book highlights themes such as the love of God, the pursuit of spiritual truth, and the challenges of faith during turbulent times.
- Q: Does this book include any additional commentary or preface? A: Yes, it includes a preface by Hans Urs von Balthasar, an eminent theologian, providing context and insight into Origen's significance.
- Q: Is this book intended for academic study or general readership? A: While it is suitable for academic study, the book is also accessible to general readers interested in Christian spirituality and history.