The Hagiography of Saint Abercius: Introduction, Texts, and Translations

by Pamela Johnston and Ken Tully

Book Overview

This broad-based critical edition is the first-ever modern translation of all of three adaptations of the hagiography of St. Abercius, the 2nd-century bishop of Hieropolis, based on one of the most valuable inscriptions of the early church, the Abercius Inscription.

This volume features the Greek texts complemented by facing translations for all three versions of the hagiography. The edition also includes introductory chapters, a composite...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1032140348
• ISBN13: 9781032140346
• Release Date: October 2024
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 348 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"