This book is a foundational theological collection with sources from the first centuries of the Catholic Church. It offers access to a variety of writings considered pivotal in the development of early Christian thought and doctrine. These primary source materials provide historical insight into the Church's fundamental beliefs, including dogma, teachings about God, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit, and the sacraments. The author's inclusion of writings from Church Councils, bishops, and theologians from the first centuries of Christianity gives readers an immersive understanding of the development and codification of Christian beliefs. The book offers students, scholars, and anyone interested in early Christianity a comprehensive resource for exploring the historical underpinnings of Catholic doctrine.

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