Defensio Fidei Nicaenae = a Defence of the Nicene Creed, Volume 1, presents a robust defense of the Nicene Creed through the collected writings of Catholic doctors who thrived during the first three centuries of the Christian Church. Compiled by Edward Burton, George Bull, and Joannes Ernestus Grabe, this volume offers invaluable insights into the theological debates and doctrinal formulations that shaped early Christian thought. It showcases the historical context and intellectual rigor behind the development of core Christian beliefs.

This collection serves as a crucial resource for theologians, historians, and anyone interested in the foundations of Christian doctrine, exploring the enduring significance of the Nicene Creed. It sheds light on the controversies and consensus-building that defined the early Church, providing a comprehensive understanding of the historical and theological landscape from which the Nicene Creed emerged.

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