The Trinitarian Theology of Basil of Caesarea: A Synthesis of Greek Thought and Biblical Faith

by Stephen M. Hildebrand

Book Overview

Basil of Caesarea, the Great, has drawn the admiration of many for centuries. He was a father of eastern coenobitic monasticism, though Benedict of Nursia revered him as well; an author of orthodox Trinitarian theology and eloquent defender of the Spirit; a model of social virtue and concern for the poor; and an erudite preacher and able bishop. This book explores Basil's Trinitarian thought as the meeting place of the worlds within which he lived,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0813217172
• ISBN13: 9780813217178
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Catholic University of America Press
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"