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Christianity Through the Centuries

Author : Earle E. Cairns

Publisher : Zondervan Academic

Page : 562 pages

File Size : 32,42 MB

Release : 2009-09-13

Category : Religion

ISBN : 0310829305

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Book Description

The third edition of Christianity Through the Centuries brings the reader up-to-date by discussing events and developments in the church into the 1990s. This edition has been redesigned with new typography and greatly improved graphics to increase clarity, accessibility, and usefulness. - New chapters examine recent trends and developments (expanding the last section from 2 chapters to 5) - New photos. Over 100 photos in all -- more than twice the number in the previous edition - Single-column format for greater readability and a contemporary look - Improved maps (21) and charts (39) Building on the features that have made Christianity Through the Centuries an indispensable text, the author not only explains the development of doctrines, movements, and institutions, but also gives attention to "the impact of Christianity on its times and to the mark of the times on Christianity."



Christianity in the Second Century

Author : James Carleton Paget

Publisher : Cambridge University Press

Page : 367 pages

File Size : 48,61 MB

Release : 2017-05-15

Category : History

ISBN : 1107165229

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Christianity in the Second Century seeks to show how academic study on this critical period of Christian development has undergone change over the last thirty years. It focuses on contributions from early Christian and ancient Jewish studies, and ancient history, all of which have contributed to a changing scholarly landscape.





The Acts of the Apostles

Author : P.D. James

Publisher : Canongate Books

Page : 93 pages

File Size : 42,65 MB

Release : 1999-01-01

Category : Bibles

ISBN : 0857861077

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Acts is the sequel to Luke's gospel and tells the story of Jesus's followers during the 30 years after his death. It describes how the 12 apostles, formerly Jesus's disciples, spread the message of Christianity throughout the Mediterranean against a background of persecution. With an introduction by P.D. James





The Earliest History of the Christian Gathering

Author : Valeriy A. Alikin

Publisher : BRILL

Page : 361 pages

File Size : 42,96 MB

Release : 2010

Category : Religion

ISBN : 9004183094

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Recent research has made a strong case for the view that Early Christian communities, sociologically considered, functioned as voluntary religious associations. This is similar to the practice of many other cultic associations in the Greco-Roman world of the first century CE. Building upon this new approach, along with a critical interpretation of all available sources, this book discusses the social and religio-historical background of the weekly gatherings of Christians and presents a fresh reconstruction of how the weekly gatherings originated and developed in both form and content. The topics studied here include the origins of the observance of Sunday as the weekly Christian feast-day, the shape and meaning of the weekly gatherings of the Christian communities, and the rise of customs such as preaching, praying, singing, and the reading of texts in these meetings.





The Story of the Christian Church

Author : Jesse Lyman Hurlbut

Publisher : Ravenio Books

Page : 160 pages

File Size : 48,67 MB

Release : 2016-03-26

Category : Religion

ISBN :

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Dive into the epic saga of faith, courage, and transformation that spans centuries—the story of the Christian Church. In this captivating narrative, Jesse Lyman Hurlbut weaves together the threads of history, theology, and human endeavor to illuminate the remarkable journey of Christianity. From the humble beginnings of a small band of disciples in Jerusalem to the global movement that shapes cultures and hearts today, The Story of the Christian Church unfolds with vivid detail. Hurlbut invites you to witness the struggles, triumphs, and pivotal moments that shaped the Church’s destiny.



The Lapsed

Author : Saint Cyprian (Bishop of Carthage.)

Publisher : The Newman Press

Page : 144 pages

File Size : 10,44 MB

Release : 1957

Category : Religion

ISBN : 9780809102600

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St. Cyprian's writings portray vividly the life of the Christian church in the middle of the third century. The two pastoral addresses of this intensely devout bishop reveal the aftermath of the persecution by the Emperor Decius. +



Christianity

Author : Alister E. McGrath

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 401 pages

File Size : 31,4 MB

Release : 2006-02-13

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1405108991

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Book Description

The new edition of this popular textbook by leading theologian, Alister E. McGrath, will be essential reading for anyone wanting to understand the dynamics of the world’s largest religion. Fully revised to include greater coverage of the Catholic perspective, contemporary issues, non-Western Christianity, globalization and women, this is a truly comprehensive, lively, and jargon-free introduction to Christianity. Written for beginners to this subject, and assumes no knowledge of Christian beliefs or practices. Includes an introduction to biblical sources and discussion of the central figure of Jesus. Features comprehensive discussions of Christian theology, the history of Christianity from its origins to the present day, and Christianity in the modern world. Increases coverage of contemporary issues, the Catholic perspective, non-Western Christianity, globalization and women Contains accessible and student-friendly features, including numerous illustrations, suggestions for further reading, a glossary of Christian terms, and brief readings from illustrative Christian sources.