The Ancient Christians
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The Early Christians
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Author : Hartmut Leppin
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2023-10-05
The Early Christians written by Hartmut Leppin and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-10-05 with History categories.
Reveals the diversity and strangeness of early Christianity as seen by non-Christian contemporaries and by the modern world.
The World Of The Early Christians
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Author : Joseph Francis Kelly
language : en
Publisher: Michael Glazier
Release Date : 1997
The World Of The Early Christians written by Joseph Francis Kelly and has been published by Michael Glazier this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997 with History categories.
Like every lost world," the world of the early Christians was a combination of the foreign and the familiar, the unique and the commonplace. In "The World of the Early Christians, " Joseph Kelly introduces and explains the world of the early Christians, and while he examines the differences between our two societies, he also stresses our similarities. The early Christians were people, like us, trying to make their way in life. There are many introductions to the world of the early Christians, but few if any deal with its historical background and the basic questions non-specialists ask: Why did the Christians use philosophy at al? Didn't it make everything confusing? Why didn't they just stay with the Bible? In "The World of the Early Christians" Kelly answers such preliminary questions and concentrates on the fundamental issue of "why" Christians used philosophy, rather than simply listing the philosophies they used. Not only do most people know little about the early Christians, they often have erroneous views about them. For example, many modern Christians think their ancient spiritual ancestors were impoverished, uneducated people from the lowest strata of Roman society. "The World of the Early Christians" addresses some of these misconceptions by considering the historical evidence available about these people. Similarly, Kelly also explains some ancient topics - such as magic and astrology - and considers how they can be misleading to modern students. He then describes the early Christians' relationships with other groups, such as Jews, pagans, and members of popular and official cults, and then explores the intellectual and cultural lives of the early Christians. Students and anyone interested in understanding the now lost world of early Christianity will appreciate this volume's straightforward treatment of this essential background material. Kelly touches upon topics treated by the other volumes in the "Message of the Fathers of the Church" series. He refers to original sources in translation unless no translation is available, and he includes bibliographic references for further research. In a direct and easy manner, Kelly brings to life for us today the rich world of the early Christians. Chapters are: "Who Were the Early Christians?" "How Do We Know About the Early Christians?" "The Physical World," "Others," "Intellectual and Cultural Life," "Living in the World," and "A Brief History of Early Christianity.""
Primitive Christianity
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Author : William Cave
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1676
Primitive Christianity written by William Cave and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1676 with Christianity categories.
Sinners And Saints
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Author : Derek Cooper
language : en
Publisher: Kregel Academic
Release Date : 2018
Sinners And Saints written by Derek Cooper and has been published by Kregel Academic this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018 with Religion categories.
Where most books dance around the distasteful details of the church's past, this one puts a spotlight on the negative and positive alike. With one ear attuned to the early church and another to contemporary culture, this book addresses the growing concerns both Christians and non-Christians have about how transparent the church has been about its roots. This book offers a forthright depiction of early Christianity, beginning with the apostles and ending after the time of Augustine. Sinners and Saints is the first of a four-volume series that humanizes the history of Christianity by honestly examining the actions, doctrines, decisions, groups, movements, and practices of past Christians. This book's assessment helps the reader accurately understand Christianity's background and recognize how it continues to shape the present.
The Early Christians In Their Own Words
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Author : Eberhard Arnold
language : en
Publisher: The Plough Publishing House
Release Date : 1997
The Early Christians In Their Own Words written by Eberhard Arnold and has been published by The Plough Publishing House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997 with Religion categories.
In these firsthand accounts of the early church, the spirit of Pentecost burns with prophetic force through the fog enveloping the modern church. A clear and vibrant faith lives on in these writings, providing a guide for Christians today. Its stark simplicity and revolutionary fervor will stun those lulled by conventional Christianity.The Early Christians is a topically arranged collection of primary sources. It includes extra-biblical sayings of Jesus and excerpts from Origen, Tertullian, Polycarp, Clement of Alexandria, Justin, Irenaeus, Hermas, Ignatius, and others. Equally revealing material from pagan contemporaries - critics, detractors, and persecutors - is included as well.
Pagan Rome And The Early Christians
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Author : Stephen Benko
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1984
Pagan Rome And The Early Christians written by Stephen Benko and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1984 with History categories.
As perceived by the average Roman citizen, the early rites and behavior of Christians laid them open to charges of cannibalism, immorality, and the practice of magic and conspiring and fomenting rebellion aganst the state. The early church fathers rejected these accusations and portrayed pagans as victims of misinformation or perpetrators of ill will. Benko proposes to give the pagans the benefit of the doubt and analyzes their charges against Christianity under the premise that they may have been right within the context of the times. He has provided a persuasively argued and refreshing -- if controversial -- perspective on the confrontation of the pagan and early Christian worlds.
Primitive Christianity Or The Religion Of The Ancient Christians In The First Ages Of The Gospel
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Author : William CAVE (D.D.)
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1675
Primitive Christianity Or The Religion Of The Ancient Christians In The First Ages Of The Gospel written by William CAVE (D.D.) and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1675 with categories.
We Look For A Kingdom
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Author : Carl Sommer
language : en
Publisher: Ignatius Press
Release Date : 2010-01-05
We Look For A Kingdom written by Carl Sommer and has been published by Ignatius Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-01-05 with Religion categories.
Carl Sommer presents a popular study of the faith and life of the early Christians in the first two centuries after Christ. Using documentary evidence and archaeological records, Sommers reconstructs the lives of the early Christians in order to "introduce the treasures of early Christianity to a large number of modern readers". By studying how the early Christians believed and lived, we can learn many valuable lessons on what to avoid and what to strive for today. The Roman world had many facets that are strikingly similar to elements of modern life. Sommer's aim is to help the reader learn how to transform modern culture with the power of the Gospel as was first done in the centuries of the early Church.
In Search Of The Early Christians
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Author : Wayne A. Meeks
language : en
Publisher: Yale University Press
Release Date : 2008-10-01
In Search Of The Early Christians written by Wayne A. Meeks and has been published by Yale University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-10-01 with Religion categories.
A central figure in the reconception of early Christian history over the last three decades, Wayne A. Meeks offers here a selection of his most influential writings on the New Testament and early Christianity. His essays illustrate recent changes in our thinking about the early Christian movement and pose provocative questions regarding the history of this period. Meeks explores a fascinating range of topics, from the figure of the androgyne in antiquity to the timeless matter of God’s reliability, from Paul’s ethical rhetoric to New Testament pictures of Christianity’s separation from Jewish communities. Meeks’ introduction offers a retrospective on New Testament studies of the past thirty years and explains the intersection of these studies with a variety of exploratory and revisionist movements in the humanities, embracing social theory, history, anthropology, and literature. In an epilogue the author reflects on future directions for New Testament scholarship.
Ancient Christian Worship
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Author : Andrew B. McGowan
language : en
Publisher: Baker Academic
Release Date : 2014-09-30
Ancient Christian Worship written by Andrew B. McGowan and has been published by Baker Academic this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-09-30 with Religion categories.
An Important Study on the Worship of the Early Church This introduction to the origins of Christian worship illuminates the importance of ancient liturgical patterns for contemporary Christian practice. Andrew McGowan takes a fresh approach to understanding how Christians came to worship in the distinctive forms still familiar today. Deftly and expertly processing the bewildering complexity of the ancient sources into lucid, fluent exposition, he sets aside common misperceptions to explore the roots of Christian ritual practices--including the Eucharist, baptism, communal prayer, preaching, Scripture reading, and music--in their earliest recoverable settings. Now in paper.