Stoicism and Christianity Clash in Marcus Aurelius Critique
A critical essay argues Marcus Aurelius and Stoicism opposed Christian doctrine. It praises Justin Martyr and Irenaeus for shaping early Christian thought while noting Marcus Aurelius persecuted Christians. The piece previews de Pressensé’s work on heresy and faith and commends the translation quality.
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Seneca
Epictetus
Marcus Aurelius
Matthew Arnold
F. W. Farrar
Arnold
Jessensé
Tertullian
Carthage
Justin Martyr
Justin
Alexandria
Reneus
Treneus
Tyreneus
M. de Pressensé
Heroines of the Home by SAkau Tytler reviewed
The article praises Miss Tytler for writing for young readers with reflective aims. It highlights her essays on virtues such as trustworthiness industry and wisdom, paired with concise, well crafted tales. The review suggests she subtly challenges false endings common in current fiction.
Trollope realism vs Miss Tytler praise in a moral critique
A critical review contrasts Trollope as a realist with Miss Tytler, praising her two books for their strong moral tone and clear naturalness. It argues Trollope would agree with her on certain truths about social training and industry while applauding Tytler’s candor and insight. The piece highlights Tytler’s work as offering a wholesome antidote to goody-goody writing and suitable for young ladies.
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Anthony Trollope
Miss Blytlet
Miss Tytler
Mr. Trollope
The Patristic Translation Series For New Testament Study
A critical review praises Clark’s Ante-Nicene Library series as a major contribution to Christian scholarship. It discusses Tertullian, the Apocryphal Gospels, Clementine writings, and Apostolical Constitutions, arguing that the replacement of Nicene theology shifts readers toward an informed but sobering view of gospel canonicity and early Christian diversity. The piece contrasts apocryphal texts with canons and laments the demise of apostolic inspiration in later centuries.
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Tertullian
Arnobius
Edinburgh
T. and
T. Clark
Messrs. Clark
Mark
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Saul of
Tarsus
Rome
Jerusalem
Secon
Sakau Tytler
Strahan and Co
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