The Octavius (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169202177)

The Octavius is a book written by Felix, Minucius, a Christian apologist in the 3rd century AD. The book is a dialogue between two characters, Caecilius Natalis, a pagan, and Octavius Januarius, a Christian. The conversation takes place in Rome during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, and revolves around the differences between paganism and Christianity.The book is divided into three parts. In the first part, Caecilius argues for the superiority of paganism, citing its long history and the fact that it is accepted by the majority of people. Octavius responds by pointing out the moral and ethical shortcomings of paganism, and by presenting the teachings of Christianity as a superior alternative.In the second part, the two characters discuss the nature of God and the problem of evil. Octavius argues that God is all-powerful and all-good, and that evil exists because of human free will. Caecilius challenges this argument, but ultimately concedes that Christianity offers a more satisfying explanation for the existence of evil.In the third part, the conversation turns to the practical implications of Christianity. Octavius argues that Christianity offers a better way of life, one that is based on love and compassion for others. Caecilius is initially skeptical, but eventually comes to see the value of Christian teachings.Throughout the book, Felix, Minucius presents Christianity as a rational and intellectually defensible faith. He also emphasizes the importance of living a moral and ethical life, and of treating others with kindness and respect. The Octavius is an important work of early Christian apologetics, and remains relevant today as a defense of the Christian faith.""And now, as wickeder things advance more fruitfully, and abandoned manners creep on day by day, those abominable shrines of an impious assembly are maturing themselves throughout the whole world. Assuredly this confederacy ought to be rooted out and execrated. They know one another by secret marks and insignia, and they love one another almost before they know one another.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: Minucius Felix
ISBN-10: 1169202179
ISBN-13: 9781169202177
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.68lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d