Daniel Zimmermann

The Dilemma of Basilides (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

This story is Christian fiction, set in the second century of the Christian era,
Perpetua seemed to be graceful, good-natured girl. Since she was also beautiful, she had many suitors.
In private, however, she abused her aged parents mentally and physically, They looked upon marriage as a convenient way to get rid of her; but she would not cooperate until a man named Basilides wanted to marry her. Since Basilides was not only rich and handsome, but also a weakling whom she could easily dominate, she decided to marry him.
He suffered for many years. Eventually he contemplated divorce. However, he had become a Christian and therefore hesitated to act contrary to his faith. How he dealt with this dilemma and what happened afterwords may surprise you.
Polycarp of Smyrna, a historical bishop, plays an important role in this story. It is part of a seriies of fiction stories involving Polycarp. Other titles are "The Secret Love of Melito of Sardis," "Minucius 'Felix Becomes Truly Happy," and "Polycarp's Final Act of Mercy."

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Daniel Zimmermann
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Februar 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781005256807
• Artikelnr.: 70272207

Autorenporträt

Daniel Zimmermann was born in Merrill, Wisconsin, and grew up in Hustisford, Wisconsin. He was graduated as valedictorian from Northwestern College, Watertown, Wisconsin. His valedictory concerned the ancient philosopher Plotinus. Special honors were third place in an Eta Sigma Phi Greek composition contest and the Doctor Ott award.
He was also graduated from Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary. After serving as pastor for several years, he became a free lance writer. Because of the outstanding success of his Spanish poetry in Mexico, his biography was included in Who's Who in the Midwest. He is also a former member of American Mensa.
He is married to Merian, nee Ecot. The couple is residing in the Philippines.
Daniel Zimmermann is the author of short stories and poetry. He also writes non-fiction, especially on literature, history, Christianity, and botany.