González, Justo L. creator author. González, Catherine Gunsalus author. text bibliography History. kyu 2008 First edition. monographic eng

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viii, 166 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm. In this unique Armchair volume, noted church historians Justo and Catherine Gonzalez introduce readers to important early church figures whose teachings were denounced by the church as heresies. Instructional for what they taught and for revealing what the church wished to safeguard and uphold, these "heretics," including Marcion, Arius, Nestorius, and Pelagius, are engagingly presented in their contexts through a clear and accessible text that is highlighted by the humorous illustrations of Ron Hill. Heretics for Armchair Theologians is an enjoyable way to learn about the church's early life and beliefs. Written by experts but designed for the novice, the Armchair series provides accurate, concise, and witty overviews of some of the most profound moments and theologians in Christian history. These books are essential supplements for first-time encounters with primary texts, lucid refreshers for scholars and clergy, and enjoyable reads for the theologically curious. Why heretics? -- The Ebionites -- Gnosticism -- Marcion -- The Montanists -- The Trinity -- The Donatists -- Pelagius -- Christology -- What now? Justo L. and Catherine Gunsalus González ; illustrations by Ron Hill. "Scriptures quotations from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible."--T, p, verso. Includes bibliographical references (pages 161-162) and index. Christian heresies History Early church, ca. 30-600 Christian heretics History Early church, ca. 30-600 Church history Primitive and early church, ca. 30-600 BT1319 .G66 2008 273GON 9780664232054 0664232051 2008013185 Presbyterian Pub Corp, 100 Whitherspoon st, Louisville, KY, USA, 40202 http://catdir.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0815/2008013185.html http://catdir.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1204/2008013185-b.html http://catdir.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1204/2008013185-d.html http://catdir.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0815/2008013185.html http://catdir.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1204/2008013185-b.html http://catdir.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1204/2008013185-d.html 080324 20190905123533.0 220858525 eng