Biblical Piety and Prayer
SVS Press
$35.00
Biblical Piety and Prayer
Explore Biblical Piety with Father Patrick Henry Reardon. This book delves into figures like Joseph, Deborah, and Esther, examining piety and prayer from a biblical perspective. It focuses on the exilic and post-exilic diaspora context that shaped New Testament piety. Reardon uses Hebrew and Septuagint texts, consulting Church Fathers' commentaries. The word "piety" is rare outside the Church. Discover its biblical meaning through Scripture figures.
Key Themes
Divine Providence, Wisdom, and Prayer are dominant themes. Reardon traces Providence in Joseph, Esther, and Tobit. Deborah and Abigail are seen as types of divine Wisdom. The Wisdom tradition of Proverbs is critically reflected in Job. Prayer is a theme in all figures, becoming dominant in New Testament parts. The book connects prayer to sacramental life and the Lord’s Prayer.
Author and Details
Author: Patrick Henry Reardon. Published in 2025. Size: 5.5 x 8.5. Reardon is a senior editor at Touchstone magazine, author of several books, and a retired pastor. He references Church Fathers from East and West, providing deep biblical insights.
