The Didache

Shawn J. Wilhite¿s commentary on the Didache complements the study of early Christianity through historical, literary, and theological readings of the Apostolic Fathers, seeking to be mindful of critical while commenting on a final-form text. The Didache includes a brief introduction to this relevant text, the use of Scripture by the Didachist, and the theology of the Didache. The commentary proceeds section by section with a close ear to the text of the Didache, relevant early Christian literature, and current scholarship.

About the author

Shawn J. Wilhite is Assistant Professor of Christian Studies at California Baptist University (OPS). He is director of the Center for Ancient Christian Studies.

Summary

An introduction and commentary to the Didache, or the Teaching of the Twelve Apostles, one of the earliest writings of the Christian Church.

Product details

• Authors: Shawn Wilhite, Shawn J. Wilhite
• Publisher: James Clarke & Co
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.01.2020
• EAN: 9780227177235
• ISBN: 978-0-227-17723-5
• No. of pages: 326
• Dimensions: 153 mm x 229 mm x 18 mm
• Weight: 477 g
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Religious writings, prayers, songbooks, religious meditations