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  • On The Human Condition
    St Basil the Great
    'On The Human Condition' by St. Basil the Great, part of the Popular Patristics Series (Book 30), explores the nature of humanity from a theological perspective. In this work, St. Basil addresses fundamental aspects of human existence, including the nature of the soul, the role of free will, and the relationship between humanity and God. His reflections offer insights into Chri...
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    29,47 €

  • On The Human Condition
    St Basil the Great
    'On The Human Condition' by St. Basil the Great, part of the Popular Patristics Series (Book 30), explores the nature of humanity from a theological perspective. In this work, St. Basil addresses fundamental aspects of human existence, including the nature of the soul, the role of free will, and the relationship between humanity and God. His reflections offer insights into Chri...
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    14,21 €

  • Against Drunkards
    St. Basil the Great / George Karayiannis
    St. Basil the Great expresses frustration that repeated exhortations and fasting failed to reform the audience, comparing failed persistence to a farmer discouraged by seeds that do not sprout. Those who once advanced in virtue but relapse into fleeting pleasures forfeit reward and invite sterner judgment. The oration criticizes immodest women who, ignoring the fear of God and ...
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    7,09 €

  • Three Letters
    St. Basil the Great / George Karayiannis
    These three letters contrast dawn for most people with midnight for devoted ascetics, portraying the night as an ideal time for spiritual solitude and reflection. In this silence the soul avoids harmful sensory distractions, communes alone with God, examines and repents of sins, establishes limits to prevent sin, and seeks God’s assistance to fulfill its spiritual aims. The pas...
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    7,09 €

  • Haxaemeron
    St. Basil the Great / Blomfield Jackson
    This is a sentinal work of St. Basil the Great’s. The term Hexameron refers either to the genre of theological treatise that describes God’s work on the six days of creation or to the six days of creation themselves. Most often these theological works take the form of commentaries on Genesis. ...
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    5,27 €

  • Times of Famine and Drought
    St. Basil the Great / George Karayiannis
    This Homily by St. Basil is a solemn speech delivered in a time of hardship, invoking the prophet Amos to highlight the consequences of Israel’s abandonment of ancestral piety and law, resulting in divine punishment manifested as drought and famine. The people are likened to stubborn horses rejecting guidance, leading to desolation of the land and suffering of the community. Th...
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    7,13 €

  • God is not the Author of Evil
    St. Basil the Great / D.P. Curtin / Nico Hatzi
    The text explores the complex relationship between God and evil, asserting that while God allows suffering and trials, He is not the creator or cause of evil. It emphasizes that evil stems from human free will and sin, and that God uses adversity as a means of correction and growth. The author highlights that true goodness and righteousness are inherent in God, and evil is a de...
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    8,31 €

  • On Faith
    St. Basil the Great / D.P. Curtin / Nico Hatzi
    This text delves into the nature of faith and the human endeavor to comprehend God. It articulates the inadequacy of human language to fully express the divine, advocating for humility in understanding theology. The text recounts the experiences of prominent biblical figures like Abraham and Moses, who, despite their closeness to God, recognized their limitations. It discusses ...
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    7,13 €

  • Homily on the Nativity of Christ
    St. Basil the Great / D.P. Curtin
    This discourse explores the profound mystery surrounding the birth of Christ, urging believers to honor this event with silence and reverence rather than engage in speculative inquiries about its nature. The text emphasizes that God’s incarnation in human flesh transcends human understanding and challenges notions of time and physicality. It highlights the unique role of the Vi...
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    7,35 €

  • Consolation to the Patient
    St. Basil the Great / D.P. Curtin / Nico Hatzi
    This discourse addresses the brevity and tumult of human existence, likening life to a struggle filled with sorrow and challenges. It explores the cycle of life from birth to old age, highlighting how joy is often overshadowed by pain and the relentless pursuit of material gain. The author encourages a focus on spiritual fulfillment and righteousness as the true source of comfo...
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    7,13 €