Early Christianity And Historical Methods
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Early Christianity And Historical Methods
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Author : Joel Steele
language : en
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Release Date : 2021-05-25
Early Christianity And Historical Methods written by Joel Steele and has been published by Wipf and Stock Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-05-25 with Religion categories.
The focus of this analysis centers on the work of early Christians, prominent theologians, and church historians who have developed and established orthodoxy in Christian theology. Apologetic approaches are analyzed and problems are shown to emerge when there is a lack of distinction made between historical and theological methods. Apologists who approach the study of history the same way they approach theology do both disciplines a disservice. The second part of the narrative argues that Christ is the essence of faith, i.e., this entity is a deity that exists only through faith. Christ’s miracles, his resurrection, and atonement are not consistent with expected realities in history. Moreover, these elements of the deity were never intended to be proofs in a historical sense. Reason, therefore, in this context is not humanity’s salvation. Nothing can be learned about Christ from history, he is a paradox, as Kierkegaard argued—Christ cannot be known (from a historical perspective). Spiritual truths, however, have been developed by theologians and can be learned through the Christian faith. This book will be especially alluring for those interested in understanding some of the most influential developments of early Christianity that morphed into components of the Christian doctrine. It covers textual analysis of ancient writings, historical approaches to studying theology, and methods used for historical inquiry. Emphasis is placed on historical methods and why it’s important to distinguish theology from history.
Landmarks In The History Of Early Christianity
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Author : Kirsopp Lake
language : en
Publisher: Good Press
Release Date : 2019-12-13
Landmarks In The History Of Early Christianity written by Kirsopp Lake and has been published by Good Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-12-13 with History categories.
"Landmarks in the History of Early Christianity" by Kirsopp Lake. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
How Did Christianity Really Begin
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Author : Howard Merle Teeple
language : en
Publisher: Religion & Ethics Inst
Release Date : 1992
How Did Christianity Really Begin written by Howard Merle Teeple and has been published by Religion & Ethics Inst this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992 with Religion categories.
Distinctive features of this book: 1. Comprehensive historical approach, with evidence from ancient Judaism, Christianity, and paganism. 2. Based on ancient archaeological and literary sources, including Dead Sea scrolls, abundantly quoted. 3. Focuses on the problems of the early churches. 4. Considers those problems as the source of gospel stories and "sayings of Jesus." 5. Applies advanced methods of biblical research. 6. Incorporates new research on the life and death of Jesus, and the origins of Christian baptism, the Lord's Supper, and Gnosticism. How did Christianity begin? What did Jesus actually say and do? Was he only a myth? Was he human or divine? What new information do the Dead Sea scrolls provide? Other Jewish sources? Christian writings? Greco-Roman archaeology? Etc. Here the author presents the conclusions to which the ancient sources lead. This book is the product of 50 years of personal research in libraries, museums, and archaeological sites. It is written for both scholars and the general public.
Christian Origins In Sociological Perspective
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Author : Howard Clark Kee
language : en
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Release Date : 1980
Christian Origins In Sociological Perspective written by Howard Clark Kee and has been published by Westminster John Knox Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1980 with Social Science categories.
"A major contribution to an increasingly important field--the sociological study of Christian origins. Dr. Kee's perceptive biblical investigation into the beginnings of historical Christianity demonstrates how the social sciences can add new insights to our present understanding and interpretation of the early Christian movement. Kee discusses the early Christians' view of society, how the first leaders launched the movement, the interaction between the early church and culture in the second century, and the functions the New Testament writings were originally intended to serve. "It is hoped," writes Kee. "that this historical strategy will be of service in placing the ancient texts and documents in a context more nearly appropriate to them...It is presented as a requisite step looking forward to the larger task of constructing a comprehensive picture of the social dynamics by which Christianity emerged and grew on the stage of history."" - Publisher
Luke Acts And The Rhetoric Of History
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Author : Clare K. Rothschild
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2019
Luke Acts And The Rhetoric Of History written by Clare K. Rothschild and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019 with Religion categories.
Although the view that Luke-Acts represents early Roman period historiography is widespread, still many scholars express dissent. Resulting from rather narrow understandings of ancient historiography, skeptics favor 'theological' as over and against 'historical' approaches, drawing too sharp a contrast between the two. Though this contrast has been fruitful within Lukan studies, pointing to various apologetic purposes of the works, it tends to overlook that theology is an integral aspect of the composition of all historical works. Clare K. Rothschild aims to shift the focus from revealing and defending theological motifs in Luke-Acts to attention to distinct historiographical methods and interests. She proposes that some of the compositional elements separated by past scholarship as characteristics of Lukan theology - in particular patterns of recurrence, prediction, use of the expression 'dei', and hyperbole - are, first and foremost, elements of rhetorical historiography with counterparts in other Hellenistic and early Roman period histories. As the rhetorical techniques of these historians, they directly support prologue claims to accuracy and truth, not undermining generic understandings of the works as historiography in favor of theological readings, but supporting this designation. While they may have implications for understanding an author's theology, their primary purpose is revealed by their function as tools of the craft of history.
Varieties Of Early Christianity
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Author : Rebecca I Denova
language : en
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Release Date : 2023-03-01
Varieties Of Early Christianity written by Rebecca I Denova and has been published by John Wiley & Sons this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-03-01 with Religion categories.
Provides a broad and balanced understanding of how Christianity originated in the first five centuries Varieties of Early Christianity: The Formation of the Western Christian Tradition traces the origins and evolution of Christian concepts from the first through the sixth century CE, exploring the events, issues, and individuals that helped shape the beliefs and practices of Christianity. With a multidisciplinary Religious Studies approach, this reader-friendly textbook places the early sources of Christian teaching within their historical and cultural contexts to highlight what gave rise to the beliefs and rituals that Christians follow in the present day. Chronologically organized chapters analyse the ways in which Christians absorbed and adapted ancient concepts from Judaism and Greco-Roman religion and culture from the first through the sixth centuries. Combining both traditions, early bishops, Church Fathers, and theologians added innovations that contributed to the establishment of a unique systematic theology (dogma) that became “Christianity.” Throughout the text, readers are encouraged to consider how the ways early Christians integrated their worldviews, politics, and daily lives can help articulate their own “systems of meaning” in the modern world. Helps readers navigate the vast amount of Christian literature produced in the early centuries of the Church Provides the religious and cultural background of Judaism and Greco-Roman religion and culture, the two major contributors to Christian thought Describes the methodology used to analyze the gospels in relation to ancient literature Explores topics such as Christian martyrs in the Roman Empire, the role of women in Mediterranean society, Gnostic Christians, the Christianization of the Roman Empire, the work of Saint Augustine, and the Council of Chalcedon Includes excerpts from primary documents, definitions of words and concepts, further readings, and numerous figures, timelines, and maps Featuring concise analyses of key scholarly and archaeological research, Varieties of Early Christianity: The Formation of the Western Christian Tradition is an excellent textbook for secondary school classes and college undergraduate courses on the history of Christianity, as well as a valuable resource for general readers interested in examining the history of Christian ideas in their historical context.
Christianity In The Roman Empire
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Author : Robert E. Winn
language : en
Publisher: Hendrickson Publishers
Release Date : 2018-10-09
Christianity In The Roman Empire written by Robert E. Winn and has been published by Hendrickson Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-10-09 with Religion categories.
Christianity in the Roman Empire is a topical and biographical introduction to Christianity before Constantine. While its focus is the historical development of the proto-orthodox community, Robert Winn aims to bridge the gap between contemporary Christians and those who lived in the Roman Empire. To do this, his chapters discuss particular topics such as prayer, biblical interpretation, worship, and persecution, as well as prominent and controversial individuals such as Ignatius of Antioch, Justin Martyr, Melito of Sardis, and Tertullian. Part One addresses the world of the apostolic fathers, Part Two addresses hostility to Christianity and the response of Christians to this antagonism, and Part Three addresses doctrinal and communal issues of the third century. The book will pique readers’ interest and provide them with a deeper appreciation for the religious identity of early Christians in the Roman Empire: what they believed and how they lived. Part One: Christianity in the Year 100 1. Christians, Jews, and Romans in the First Century 2. New Way of Life: Didache and the Epistle of Barnabas 3. Clement of Rome and the Church of Corinth 4. Ignatius of Antioch and True Christianity 5. Worship and Church Order in the Year 100 Part Two: Christianity in a Hostile World (100–250) 6. Celsus, a Critic of Christianity 7. Justin Martyr, a Defender of Christianity 8. The Persecution of Christians 9. The Martyrdom of Perpetua and Felicity 10. Cyprian of Carthage and the Unity of the Church Part Three: Faith and Practice in the Third Century 11. Reading the Bible with Early Christians 12. Irenaeus of Lyons and True Christianity 13. Tertullian of Carthage and True Christianity 14. Prayer and the Spiritual Life of Early Christians 15. Eusebius of Caesarea: After Two Hundred Years
Religion Science
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Author : W. Mark Richardson
language : en
Publisher: Psychology Press
Release Date : 1996
Religion Science written by W. Mark Richardson and has been published by Psychology Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Religion and science categories.
First Published in 1997. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Introducing Early Christianity
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Author : Laurie Guy
language : en
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Release Date : 2011-09-28
Introducing Early Christianity written by Laurie Guy and has been published by InterVarsity Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-09-28 with Religion categories.
Laurie Guy provides an illuminating, broad-brush survey of the early church in its first four centuries. Readers get to witness the emergence of Great Tradition Christianity as themes unfold over time regarding women, persecution and martyrdom, asceticism and monasticism, eucharist and baptism, doctrine and the ecumenical councils.
Uniting History And Theology
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Author : Seth Heringer
language : en
Publisher: Fortress Academic
Release Date : 2018
Uniting History And Theology written by Seth Heringer and has been published by Fortress Academic this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018 with History categories.
Uniting History and Theology argues that, for too long, Christians primarily have used the historical method to make historical claims. In doing so, they have used a method grounded in an incomplete understating of German historicism, thereby closing off investigation of the past from the aesthetic and God. The author contends that Martin K hler, Wolfhart Pannenberg, and N. T. Wright have been unsuccessful in their attempts to unify history and theology because they have not yet rejected the historical method as the primary way to think about past events. Unsatisfied with the various mixtures of history and theology, the volume looks to the contemporary philosophy of history for new approaches. After having examined these approaches and their critiques of the current historical method, the work proposes that an intentionally Christian method is needed. Setting out five cairns that mark the path forward for such a method, the author argues that narratives must be taken seriously; objectivity and neutrality do not exist in historical accounts; historians must find ways to unite the past, present, and future; aesthetics should be used to judge historical narratives; and Christians should write boldly Christian history.