The Life and Times of S. Gregory the Illuminator: The Founder and Patron Saint of the Armenian Church
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The Life and Times of S. Gregory the Illuminator: The Founder and Patron Saint of the Armenian Church

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The Life and Times of S. Gregory the Illuminator: The Founder and Patron Saint of the Armenian Church

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In the shadowed corridors of ancient Armenia, where empires clashed and faiths battled for the souls of nations, one man's extraordinary journey would forever transform the spiritual destiny of an entire people. Saint Gregory the Illuminator emerged from the crucible of persecution, political intrigue, and divine revelation to become the founding father of Armenian Christianity, his life reading like an epic tale of courage, sacrifice, and miraculous transformation that rivals any legendary saga. Rev. S. C. Malan masterfully unveils the dramatic chronicle of Gregory's tumultuous existence, from his early years marked by exile and hardship to his pivotal role in converting King Tiridates III and establishing Armenia as the world's first Christian nation in 301 AD. This compelling biographical work plunges readers into the brutal realities of fourth-century politics, where Gregory endured thirteen years of imprisonment in a snake-filled pit for his unwavering faith, only to emerge as the instrument of his tormentor's salvation. The narrative pulses with the tension of religious warfare, the triumph of spiritual conviction over earthly power, and the profound human drama of forgiveness conquering vengeance. Malan's meticulous research and vivid storytelling bring to life the ancient world's complex tapestries of Byzantine intrigue, Persian conflicts, and the birth pangs of early Christianity. This remarkable historical account offers modern readers an intimate encounter with one of Christianity's most influential yet underappreciated saints, whose legacy shaped not only Armenian identity but the broader Christian world. Through Gregory's story, contemporary audiences discover timeless themes of resilience, faith under fire, and the transformative power of unwavering conviction. Whether you're drawn to early church history, fascinated by tales of religious persecution and triumph, or seeking inspiration from extraordinary human endurance, this meticulously crafted biography delivers both scholarly insight and gripping narrative drama that will captivate believers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Information

Publisher
Paeroa House
Year
2026
eBook ISBN
9781779795885
Topic
Theology & Religion
Subtopic
Religion

Table of contents

  1. Title page
  2. TABLE OF CONTENTS
  3. PREFACE.
  4. INTRODUCTION.
  5. INTRODUCTION OF CHRISTIANITY INTO ARMENIA.
  6. INTRODUCTION OF CHRISTIANITY INTO ARMENIA.
  7. CHAPTER I.— HISTORY OF THE LIFE AND TIMES OF OUR HOLY FATHER GREGORY THE ILLUMINATOR (GREGOR LUSAVORITCH) .
  8. CHAPTER II.
  9. CHAPTER III.
  10. CHAPTER IV.
  11. CHAPTER V.
  12. CHAPTER VI.
  13. CHAPTER VII.
  14. CHAPTER VIII.
  15. CHAPTER IX.
  16. CHAPTER X.
  17. CHAPTER XI.
  18. CHAPTER XII.
  19. CHAPTER XIII.
  20. CHAPTER XIV.
  21. CHAPTER XV.
  22. CHAPTER XVI.
  23. CHAPTER XVII.
  24. CHAPTER XVIII.
  25. CHAPTER XIX.
  26. CHAPTER XX.
  27. CHAPTER XXI.
  28. CHAPTER XXII.
  29. CHAPTER XXIII.
  30. CHAPTER XXIV.
  31. CHAPTER XXV.
  32. CHAPTER XXVI.
  33. CHAPTER XXVII.
  34. CHAPTER XXVIII.
  35. CHAPTER XXIX.
  36. CHAPTER XXX.
  37. CHAPTER XXXI.
  38. CHAPTER XXXII.

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