Lessons From The Lives Of Three Great Fathers (1891)

Lessons From The Lives Of Three Great Fathers is a book written by William Bright and first published in 1891. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of three great fathers of the Christian Church - St. Augustine, St. Ambrose, and St. Jerome. The author presents the lives of these three fathers as exemplary models for Christians to follow in their own lives. He highlights their virtues, their struggles, and their achievements, and draws lessons from their experiences that are relevant to contemporary Christians.The book is divided into three parts, each devoted to one of the fathers. In the first part, Bright presents the life of St. Augustine, one of the most influential theologians in the history of Christianity. He explores Augustine's early life, his conversion, and his writings, focusing on the themes of grace, sin, and the role of the Church in the world.In the second part, Bright turns to St. Ambrose, the bishop of Milan who played a key role in the conversion of St. Augustine. He examines Ambrose's life and teachings, including his defense of the Church against heresy and his advocacy for social justice.In the third and final part of the book, Bright explores the life of St. Jerome, a scholar and theologian who translated the Bible into Latin. He discusses Jerome's contributions to biblical scholarship, his asceticism, and his role in the development of monasticism.Throughout the book, Bright emphasizes the importance of learning from the examples of these great fathers, and he encourages readers to apply the lessons of their lives to their own spiritual journeys. Overall, Lessons From The Lives Of Three Great Fathers is a valuable resource for Christians seeking to deepen their understanding of the history and teachings of the Church.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.