The Life of St. Paul

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Stalker, James, 1848-1927

Contributor:

White, Wilbert W. (Wilbert Webster), 1863-1944.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Life of St. Paul" by James Stalker is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the transformative journey of the Apostle Paul, detailing his significant impact on Christianity during its formative years. Stalker delves into Paul's character, his fervent dedication to spreading the Christian faith, and his theological contributions that have shaped Christian thought. At the start of the book, the author introduces Paul as a pivotal figure in early Christianity, highlighting the unique circumstances of his life and conversion. The narrative sets up Paul's environment as a place of intense religious conflict, illustrating his progression from a zealous persecutor of Christians to a key proponent of the faith. Stalker emphasizes the necessity of Paul's mission in a time when Christianity was nascent and in need of strong advocates who could articulate its principles to a broader audience, especially among Gentiles. This foundational context sets the stage for understanding Paul's theological evolution and his relentless missionary efforts throughout the early Christian world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Al Haines

Notes:

Reading ease score: 64.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2007-06-14