In this first volume, Dargan begins his account of preaching over the centuries with the need for such a work. Starting with the first three centuries, Dargan moves systematically through the sixteenth century in volume one. He concentrates on the influence of preaching on culture and vice-versa, in relation to social change, doctrine, literature, politics, science, and education. Dargan also addresses the mechanics and content of preaching and how it has changed over the centuries. Giving a summary of the major historical influences during each century, Dargan provides essential context for the development of preaching. Each section also includes the major preachers of the time period.
Table of Contents
Introduction: The Need of a History of Preaching
Chapter 1: Preaching During the First Three Centuries
Chapter 2: The Culmination of Ancient Preaching in the Fourth Century
Chapter 3: The Decline of Preaching in the Fifth and Sixth Centuries
Chapter 4: The...