The Complete Works of Saint Cyprian of Carthage


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"Translation of St. Cyprian's works originally published as part of The Ante- Nicene Fathers: The Writings of the Fathers down to AD 325, Volume 5, 1885."




The Lapsed


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St. Cyprian's writings portray vividly the life of the Christian church in the middle of the third century. The two pastoral addresses of this intensely devout bishop reveal the aftermath of the persecution by the Emperor Decius. +




Cyprian of Carthage


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Living with faith through persecution and disease A martyr for Christ Edited by Michael Haykin




Cyprian and Roman Carthage


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This book explores Cyprian in his intellectual and political context of mid-third-century AD Carthage.




Cyprian of Carthage


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Up to Augustine, bishop Cyprian of Carthage was the theological authority in the West, and he has continued to influence theology ever since. Cyprian of Carthage. Studies in His Life, Language and Thought is the result of a symposium on this Church Father held by the Centre for Patristic Research (CPO), which is an initiative of VU University Amsterdam and Tilburg University. The symposium was held on the occasion of the 1750th anniversary of his martyrdom, which took place on 14 September 258. Virtually all contributions are from Dutch scholars who are members of the CPO. They cover Cyprian's biography, hermeneutical and philological questions, theological issues such as baptism and the role of the laity in episcopal elections, and the reception of the Church Father's texts in ancient and modern times.




The Letters of St. Cyprian of Carthage


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The letters in this volume cover the period from mid-251 to 254, and reveal details of the persecution under Gallus, and the African Council meetings over the years 251-253.




Letters (1–81)


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The letters, of which eighty-one have come down to us, written from c.249 until his death in 258 A.D., may be found translated in this volume.




On the Church


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St Cyprian, third-century bishop of Carthage, developed a theory of church unity almost universally accepted up to the European Reformation: to be a member of the body of Christ you needed to be in communion with a priest who was in communion with a bishop who in turn was incommunion with all other bishops in the world. But, how could you discern who was a legitimate bishop? And, on what kind of issue would it be right to break off communion? Additionally, could self-authenticating ministries, like those of martyrs and confessors who had suffered for the faith, supersede this order? Finally, did the Church need, and in what form, a universal bishop who could guarantee the integrity of the network of bishops? From back cover.




Prophecy in Carthage


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From the perspectives of a laywoman, a bishop, and a theologian, he looks at connections between prophetic phenomena - on the rise in Carthage at that time and in decline elsewhere - and ecclesiastical expectations.




Feast of Cyprian: The "Coena Cypriani" translated to English


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Have you ever heard of the Coena Cypriani? This enigmatic text has fascinated readers for centuries, from its origins in the Early Middle Ages to its recent resurgence in popular culture through Umberto Eco's The Name of the Rose. At its core, the Coena Cypriani is a biblical satire attributed to Saint Cyprian of Carthage, in which well-known characters from the Old and New Testament are invited to a feast celebrating the nuptials of a king in Canaan of Galilee. But it is more than just a simple retelling of biblical stories - it is a clever and humorous commentary on the themes of its time. This newly translated edition of the Coena Cypriani offers readers the chance to explore this classic text in all its glory. Presented side-by-side with the original Latin text, this book provides a window into a fascinating and controversial period of history. Discover a text that will make you laugh and test your knowledge of the Bible. Delve into the world of medieval literature as you explore this timeless classic. Whether you're a seasoned scholar or simply looking for an engaging and thought-provoking read, the Coena Cypriani is sure to captivate and delight. So why not join the many readers throughout history who have been enchanted by this remarkable work?