Gregory of Nyssa

The Life of Moses (Classics of Western Spirituality)

Pages: 224
Published: 1978
Language: English

This book offers an in-depth study of Gregory of Nyssa, a significant figure in early Christian thought. It explores his theological contributions and his interpretations of biblical texts, particularly focusing on the Old Testament. The work provides a comprehensive look at his life and influence within the context of ancient Christianity.

Prose complexity: 10/10

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Authors

Abraham Malherbe

Everett Ferguson

John Meyendorff

Meyendorff was born in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France, into the émigré Russian nobility as Johannes Freiherr (Ivan Vasilyevich) von Meyendorff. In France, Meyendorff was an Assistant Professor of Church History at the St. Sergius Institute, and a Fellow at the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique. After his ordination to the priesthood in the Orthodox Church in 1959, Meyendorff and his family moved to the United States. There he joined the faculty of Saint Vladimir's Seminary, located in T...