A Study In Greek Rhetoric By Thomas E Ameringer 9780548089231

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A Study In Greek Rhetoric : Kessinger Publishing : 9780548089231 : 054808923X : 25 Jul 2007 : ""A Study in Greek Rhetoric: The Stylistic Influence of the Second Sophistic on the Panegyrical Sermons of St. John Chrysostom"" is a scholarly work written by Thomas E. Ameringer. The book explores the influence of the Second Sophistic, a movement in ancient Greek rhetoric, on the panegyrical sermons of St. John Chrysostom, a prominent Christian preacher of the late 4th century. The book begins by providing an overview of the Second Sophistic movement, which was characterized by a focus on style, delivery, and performance in public speaking. Ameringer then examines the rhetorical techniques and stylistic features of Chrysostom's sermons, arguing that they show clear influence from the Second Sophistic. Throughout the book, Ameringer provides detailed analysis of specific sermons by Chrysostom, highlighting the ways in which he employs rhetorical devices such as metaphor, allusion, and repetit

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