The Didache: the Teaching of the Twelve Apostles (Ancient Christian Texts Series

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Print length: 36 pages ISBN-10: 1495240894 Country of Origin: United States isbn: 1495240894 Item Weight: 7.4 ounces Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform Dimensions: 6 x 0.09 x 9 inches ISBN-13: 978-1495240898 Publication date: January 19, 2014

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The Didache: the Teaching of the Twelve Apostles (Ancient Christian Texts Series. The Didache was lost for centuries until 1873, when a Greek manuscript was rediscovered. The answer may surprise you. This easy-to-read translation preserves the essence of the Didache while providing contemporary readers with a clear and engaging entry point into its simple yet profound teachings. There are two ways: one of life and one of death – and there is a big difference between the two. ~ The Didache Have you ever wondered how Christianity was really practiced in the First Century? Have you ever wondered: How Christians should behave What Christians believe What is the correct way to baptize How to Celebrate the Lord's Supper How Christians are to worship together The signs of the Return of Jesus Christ Have you been searching for a simple manual on how to be a Christian? The Didache means “The Teaching” – Christian tradition has claimed that “The Teaching” is nothing less than the teaching of the Twelve Apostles to the early Church. The Didache was considered by many in the early Church as part of the New Testament. It fell out of the New Testament as time passed, but continued to serve as a Christian manual. The Didache was lost for centuries until 1873, when a Greek manuscript was rediscovered. The Didache serves as an important historical document in the early-Church, as well as providing solutions to practical Church questions such as does a person has to be dunked during baptism, or can water simply be poured over the head? The answer may surprise you. This copy has been translated by R. Joseph Owles from Greek into an easy-to-read, contemporary language. If you are interested in the history of the early Church, or if you are just looking for a simple guide to Christian teaching, then this book is for you. Embark on a transformative journey into the heart of early Christian wisdom with The Didache: The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles . This meticulously crafted translation invites readers of all backgrounds to delve into the timeless teachings that guided the earliest Christian communities. This easy-to-read translation preserves the essence of the Didache while providing contemporary readers with a clear and engaging entry point into its simple yet profound teachings. Step into the world of the Twelve Apostles with a translation that breaks down the language barriers of the past. Accessible language and a user-friendly format make the Didache's teachings comprehensible to both newcomers and seasoned scholars alike. The Didache: The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles is not just a translation; it's an invitation to rediscover the teachings that shaped the foundations of Christianity.