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Ancient Christianities
The First Five Hundred Years
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The book explores the transformation of early Christianity into a dominant force within late Roman imperial politics and piety over five centuries. It delves into a diverse array of characters, including theologians, emperors, and various religious figures, highlighting the complex interplay between pagans, Jews, and Christians. By examining noncanonical texts and archaeological evidence, the author reveals a multifaceted narrative of Christianity's evolution from a Jewish messianic movement to a state-supported religion, emphasizing its inherent diversity and rich history.
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Ancient Christianities, Paula Fredriksen
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- 2024
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- Title
- Ancient Christianities
- Subtitle
- The First Five Hundred Years
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Paula Fredriksen
- Publisher
- Princeton Univers. Press
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 288
- ISBN13
- 9780691157696
- Category
- World history, Esotericism and Religion
- Description
- The book explores the transformation of early Christianity into a dominant force within late Roman imperial politics and piety over five centuries. It delves into a diverse array of characters, including theologians, emperors, and various religious figures, highlighting the complex interplay between pagans, Jews, and Christians. By examining noncanonical texts and archaeological evidence, the author reveals a multifaceted narrative of Christianity's evolution from a Jewish messianic movement to a state-supported religion, emphasizing its inherent diversity and rich history.