On the Incarnation

by Saint Athanasius · 2007

In this timeless theological masterpiece, Saint Athanasius unpacks the mystery of the Incarnation—how the divine Word entered human history as Jesus Christ. Drawing on Scripture and early Church tradition, he explains why God chose to become flesh, the salvific purpose of the incarnation, and its profound implications for humanity’s redemption and the nature of the Church. Athanosi​an’s clear, passionate argument defends the core of Christian belief against heretical challenges, offering readers a compelling blend of philosophical insight and spiritual depth that continues to inspire faith and scholarship alike.