Waldo and the Waldensians Before the Reformation is a historical book written by Emilio Comba in 1880. The book is centered around the Waldensians, a Christian movement that originated in the 12th century in France. The Waldensians were known for their beliefs in poverty, simplicity, and preaching the Gospel in the vernacular language. The book explores the life and teachings of Peter Waldo, the founder of the Waldensian movement, and the early history of the movement before the Protestant Reformation. The author provides a detailed account of the Waldensians' struggles against the Catholic Church, including persecution and attempts to suppress their teachings. Comba also discusses the relationship between the Waldensians and other religious movements of the time, including the Cathars and the Hussites. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Waldensians' influence on the Reformation and their contributions to the development of Protestantism. Overall, Waldo and the Waldensians Before the Reformation is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, the Reformation, and the role of the Waldensians in shaping religious thought during this pivotal time in history.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.