Written about the year 405, this treatise is unique in that it embodies both a manual for the catechist and a catechesis for the prospective catechumen.

St. Patrick did not consider himself a man of letters; the short texts that survive reflect, however, his powerful personality. A contemporary and fellow missionary of St. Patrick, Secundinus is an enthusiastic admirer and defender of St. Patrick in this hymn. †

A monumental project which brings the English-speaking work key selections from the remarkable literature of early Christianity—vertiable trasures of Christian faith and theology in superb translations.

Hardcover with dust jacket. Previous owner's name penned on ffep. Heavy pen underlining and markings. Browning and wear on all edges of text. Five tab markers on pages made of clear tape. Dust jacket browning on facing and along spine, and slightly worn on upper corners. Otherwise fair condition