About the book
Juvencus’ Evangeliorum libri IV, or \"The Four Books of the Gospels,\" is a verse rendering of the gospel narrative written ca. 330 CE. Consisting of around 3200 hexameter lines, it is the first of the Latin \"Biblical epics\" to appear in antiquity, and the first classicizing, hexameter poem on a Christian topic to appear in the western tradition. As such, it is an important text in literary and cultural history.
This is the first English translation of the entire poem. The lack of a full English translation has kept many scholars and students, particularly those outside of Classics, and many educated general readers from discovering it. With a thorough introduction to aid in the interpretation and appreciation of the text this clear and accessible English translation will enable a clearer understanding of the importance of Juvencus’ work to later Latin poetry and to the early Church.
Editions of Juvencus' Four Books of the Gospels
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- ISBN 9781317296621
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Juvencus’ Evangeliorum libri IV, or \"The Four Books of the Gospels,\" is a verse rendering of the gospel narrative written ca. 330 CE. Consisting of around 3200 hexameter lines, it is the first of the Latin \"Biblical epics\" to appear in antiquity, and the first classicizing, hexameter poem on a Christian topic to appear in the western tradition. As such, it is an important text in literary and cultural history.
This is the first English translation of the entire poem. The lack of a full English translation has kept many scholars and students, particularly those outside of Classics, and many educated general readers from discovering it. With a thorough introduction to aid in the interpretation and appreciation of the text this clear and accessible English translation will enable a clearer understanding of the importance of Juvencus’ work to later Latin poetry and to the early Church.
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What is Juvencus' Four Books of the Gospels about?
Juvencus’ Evangeliorum libri IV, or \"The Four Books of the Gospels,\" is a verse rendering of the gospel narrative written ca. 330 CE. Consisting of around 3200 hexameter lines, it is the first of the Latin \"Biblical epics\" to appear in antiquity, and the first classicizing, hexameter poem on a Christian topic to appear in the western tradition. As such, it is an important text in literary and cultural history.
This is the first English translation of the entire poem. The lack of a full English translation has kept many scholars and students, particularly those outside of Classics, and many educated general readers from discovering it. With a thorough introduction to aid in the interpretation and appreciation of the text this clear and accessible English translation will enable a clearer understanding of the importance of Juvencus’ work to later Latin poetry and to the early Church.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Juvencus' Four Books of the Gospels?
History and Archaeology > History > Ancient history
Where can I read a sample of Juvencus' Four Books of the Gospels?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317296614
Is Juvencus' Four Books of the Gospels part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Routledge Later Latin Poetry
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Juvencus' Four Books of the Gospels?
Scott McGill
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Juvencus' Four Books of the Gospels is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317296614) and pdf(ISBN 9781317296621)