The History of the First Council of Nice - Dean Dudley - Bog

The History of the First Council of Nice is a book written by Dean Dudley that provides a detailed account of the events leading up to and during the First Council of Nicea in 325 AD. This council was a significant event in early Christianity as it was the first ecumenical council of the Christian Church and was convened by the Roman Emperor Constantine I. The book covers the theological and political issues that led to the council's formation, including the Arian controversy, which concerned the nature of Jesus Christ and his relationship to God the Father. Dudley's account also includes the debates and discussions that took place during the council, as well as the decisions that were made and their impact on the Christian Church. The History of the First Council of Nice provides a comprehensive overview of this important event in Christian history and is a valuable resource for scholars and students of theology, religion, and history.A World's Christian Convention A.D. 325 with a Life of Constantine. �������The words Council, Synod, and Convention are synonymous. There were many Councils held in Christendom before that of Nice; but they were not Ecumenical, that is, general or universal.������� �������The Council of Nice set the example of trying to compel Christians to adopt its modes of faith. That plan was not so fair as those pursued by the great philosophers.������� This book contains information on the life of Constantine �������being decidedly the most conspicuous figure in the picture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.