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Lectures of the Gospel of Saint Matthew

Beilby Porteus

The book ""Lectures of the Gospel of Saint Matthew"" is a collection of lectures given by the English bishop Beilby Porteus on the Gospel of Matthew, one of the four canonical gospels in the New Testament. The book contains a series of 30 lectures that cover each chapter of the Gospel of Matthew, providing a detailed analysis of the text and its meaning.Porteus's lectures are intended for a general audience, and he uses clear and accessible language to explain the meaning of the Gospel of Matthew. He explores the historical and cultural context of the text, as well as its theological significance. Porteus focuses on the teachings of Jesus, including his parables and miracles, and discusses their relevance for contemporary Christians.Throughout the book, Porteus emphasizes the importance of living a moral and ethical life, based on the teachings of Jesus. He encourages readers to reflect on their own lives and to strive to live according to the values of the Gospel. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the teachings of Jesus and the Gospel of Matthew, and provides a thoughtful and engaging interpretation of this important text.1805. Two volumes in one. These lectures were delivered in the parish church of St. James, Westminster, in the years 1798-1801. The lectures are learned without ostentation, pious without any tincture of enthusiasm, argumentative without pedantry, and perspicuous without losing sight of the graces of style and diction. They are written with an ardor of patriotism, a genuine thirst of piety and a strong sense of duty.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.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publish Date: Sep 10th, 2010
  • Pages: 400
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.27in - 11.02in - 0.82in - 1.97lb
  • EAN: 9781162619453
  • Categories: General