Cornelius the Centurion (1841)

Cornelius The Centurion is a historical fiction novel written by Frederic Adolphus Krummacher and first published in 1841. The story is set in ancient Rome during the time of Jesus Christ and follows the life of Cornelius, a Roman centurion who is tasked with maintaining order in the Jewish province of Judaea.As Cornelius goes about his duties, he becomes increasingly interested in the Jewish faith and begins to question his own beliefs. He meets a group of Christians who introduce him to the teachings of Jesus, and he becomes convinced that this is the true path to salvation.However, as a Roman soldier, Cornelius faces many challenges in his pursuit of faith. He must navigate the political and social complexities of Roman society, as well as the disapproval of his fellow soldiers and superiors. He also faces opposition from the Jewish leaders, who view him as a traitor to their faith.Throughout the novel, Cornelius struggles to reconcile his duties as a soldier with his newfound faith, and he ultimately faces a difficult decision that will test his loyalty and commitment to both his country and his religion.Overall, Cornelius The Centurion is a compelling and thought-provoking work of historical fiction that explores themes of faith, loyalty, and the struggle between personal beliefs and societal expectations.With Notes And A Biographical Notice Of The Author.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.