Didache: The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles : The Forgotten Manual of the Early Church for Understanding First-Century Christian Life and Worship.(Bilingual English-Greek Edition)

<p> The <i>Didache</i> also called <i>The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles</i> is a remarkable document from the earliest centuries of Christianity. Long lost and rediscovered in 1873 it offers a vivid look into how the first disciples lived their faith. In sixteen short chapters it covers ethics worship leadership and hope for Christ’s return. This edition provides both the Greek text and English translation along with commentary and study aids. </p> <p> At its heart the <i>Didache</i> contrasts the Way of Life with the Way of Death. It calls believers to love God love their neighbor practice generosity and live with integrity. These moral instructions formed the backbone of Christian catechesis preparing converts for baptism and shaping communities into places of humility accountability and hope. Its ethical teaching is both ancient and timely. By describing how ordinary Christians worshiped it bridges the New Testament and later church traditions reminding us of a time when worship was marked by gratitude simplicity and unity. </p> <p> This bilingual edition: </p> <ul> <li>Reveals <strong>early Christian ethics </strong>through the striking image of two contrasting paths showing that discipleship is a choice between life and death with eternal significance.</li> <li>Provides <strong> detailed baptismal guidance</strong> highlighting preference for immersion in flowing water while also permitting pouring reflecting both pastoral flexibility and faithfulness to the command of Jesus.</li> <li>Presents <strong>the Lord’s Prayer as a daily rhythm</strong> transforming it from a teaching into a central liturgical act shaping the devotion of Christian communities.</li> <li>Preserves <strong>the earliest Eucharistic prayers </strong>focused on thanksgiving unity and hope providing invaluable insights into how the first Christians understood communal meals and worship practices.</li> <li>Shows the transition from itinerant apostles and prophets to bishops and deacons offering <strong>practical lessons about discernment and leadership </strong> and the need for character in ministry.</li> <li>Closes with <strong>a vision of the end times</strong> urging watchfulness perseverance and hope reminding believers that life and worship are to be lived in light of eternity.</li> <li>Includes <strong>rich commentary sections</strong> that unpack the historical background theological significance and relevance of each chapter.</li> <li>Features appendices with <strong>timelines a glossary of Greek terms and study questions</strong> to explore early Christian life and apply it meaningfully.</li> </ul> <p> This is a resource for students pastors and lay readers alike. In its pages one can hear the heartbeat of the earliest churches. The <i>Didache</i> remains a timeless manual for living out faith with clarity devotion and anticipation of Christ’s coming. </p>