The Stromata Or Miscellanies V7 - Clement of Alexandria - Bog

The Stromata Or Miscellanies V7 is a book written by Clement of Alexandria, a prominent early Christian theologian and philosopher who lived in the late second and early third centuries AD. The book is part of a larger work called the Stromata, which means ""miscellanies"" or ""patchwork"" in Greek. The Stromata is a collection of Clement's thoughts and teachings on a wide range of topics, including philosophy, theology, ethics, and biblical interpretation.In this seventh volume of the Stromata, Clement continues to explore various philosophical and theological ideas, drawing on sources from both the Christian and pagan traditions. He discusses topics such as the nature of God, the role of the Logos (the divine Word) in creation and salvation, and the relationship between faith and reason. He also delves into practical matters of Christian living, such as the importance of humility, the dangers of wealth and luxury, and the value of prayer and fasting.Throughout the book, Clement uses a variety of literary and rhetorical techniques to convey his ideas, including allegory, metaphor, and dialogue. He draws on a wide range of sources, including the Bible, Greek philosophy, and pagan literature, to support his arguments and illustrate his points.Overall, The Stromata Or Miscellanies V7 is a fascinating and thought-provoking work that offers insights into the early Christian church and the intellectual and cultural milieu in which it developed. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students of early Christianity, philosophy, and theology.But those who have not seen the self-determination of the human soul, and its incapability of being treated as a slave in what respects the choice of life, being disgusted at what is done through rude injustice, do not think that there is a God. On a par with these in opinion, are they who, falling into licentiousness in pleasures, and grievous pains, and unlooked-for accidents, and bidding defiance to events, say that there is no God, or that, though existing, He does not oversee all things.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.