This volume presents the historical writings of St. Athanasius, Patriarch of Alexandria, according to the Benedictine text. Athanasius (c. 296⿿373) was a significant Church Father, theologian, and a principal defender of Trinitarianism against Arianism. His writings offer invaluable insights into the theological and political controversies of the 4th century.

Included are key texts relating to the Arian controversy and the councils of Nicaea and Seleucia. These writings provide a detailed, first-hand perspective on the events and theological debates that shaped early Christian doctrine. Students of church history, theology, and patristics will find this collection an essential resource for understanding the development of Christian thought and the historical context in which it emerged.

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