King Alfred's West-Saxon Version Of Gregory's Pastoral Care (1871) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781437012873)

King Alfred�������s West-Saxon Version Of Gregory�������s Pastoral Care is a book that was first published in 1871. It is a translation of a work by Pope Gregory, which was originally written in Latin. The book is a collection of pastoral advice and guidance for bishops and other church leaders. It covers a wide range of topics, including the duties of a bishop, the importance of preaching, and the need to care for the spiritual needs of the congregation. The translation was done by King Alfred the Great, who was a ruler of the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Wessex in the late 9th century. King Alfred was known for his interest in learning and education, and he believed that the pastoral care provided by the church was essential for the well-being of his people. He therefore commissioned this translation of Pope Gregory�������s work, which he felt would be of great benefit to the bishops and other church leaders in his kingdom. The book is written in Old English, which was the language spoken in England at the time of King Alfred. This makes it an important historical document, as it provides insight into the language and culture of the Anglo-Saxon period. The translation is also notable for its literary quality, as King Alfred was known for his skill as a writer and translator. Overall, King Alfred�������s West-Saxon Version Of Gregory�������s Pastoral Care is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the church in England, as well as those interested in the development of the English language. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the religious and cultural life of the Anglo-Saxon period, and is a testament to the importance of education and learning in the early medieval period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Pope Gregory,King Alfred
ISBN-10: 1437012876
ISBN-13: 9781437012873
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 08/18/2008
Pages: 556
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.16lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.38d