Tertullianus; R.P. Michaele Vivien (editor) - Tertullianus Praedicans - 1681

Rare 17th-century theological sermon collection attributed to Tertullian, edited and arranged for preaching by Fr. Michael Vivien OFM (Recollect Franciscan).

This volume is Tomus Primus (Volume I of two) of Tertullianus Praedicans, printed in Cologne (Coloniae Agrippinae) in 1681 by Ioannes Wilhelmus Friesen. The work was conceived as a practical sermonarium for use by clergy and monastic preachers.

The volume contains structured sermons on major theological themes including Advent, repentance, the Incarnation, and the love of God for mankind, with marginal references to Scripture and the Church Fathers.
Publication details
Author / Attributed to: Tertullian
• Editor: Michael Vivien OFM
Tertullianus Praedicans
• Volume: Tomus Primus (of two)
• Place: Cologne (Coloniae Agrippinae)
• Printer: Ioannes Wilhelmus Friesen
Year: 1681

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Binding

Contemporary limp vellum binding, likely monastic, with original hand-sewn endbands.
Untrimmed edges. No subsequent rebinding.

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Condition

Very good condition for an item of this age.
Complete text block.
Some expected age-related wear to the vellum and spine, including minor splitting at the upper endband; internally clean with strong paper and no loose gatherings.

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Notes
Volume I only, as issued.
Volume II exists but is often encountered separately.
Fully suitable for collectors of early theology, patristics, or monastic bookbinding.

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Tertullian – Patristics – Sermons – Theology – Franciscan – Cologne imprint – Limp vellum – 17th century – Religious books