This collection of writings from the early Christian Church offers a rich insight into the beliefs and practices of the time. Featuring the works of two influential theologians, St. Augustine and St. John Chrysostom, this volume covers a wide range of topics including the priesthood, asceticism, and the interpretation of scripture. A valuable resource for scholars and believers alike. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.