Publication

2006 - Routledge, London, England

Language

English

Word Count

69,000 words, Guess

Page Count

276 pages

Identifiers

and 3 more
  • Library of Congress Control Number2005023645
  • Goodreads3665312
  • LibraryThing4713888

Classifications

  • DDC270.1
  • LCCBR165 .H74 2006

Description

Examining sources and case studies, this fascinating book explores early Christianity, how it was studied, how it is studied now, and how Judaeo-Christian values came to form the ideological bedrock of modern western culture. Looking at the diverse source materials available, from the earliest New Testament texts and the complex treaties of third century authors such as Lactantius, to archaeology, epigraphy and papyrology, the book examines what is needed to study the subject, what materials were available, how useful they were, and how the study of the subject may be approached. Also including a comprehensive guide for students that lists major collections of literary and non-literary sources, major journals and series, and major text books.

Subjects

Series Statement

  • Classical foundations

Other Editions

  • Early ChristianityRoutledge2006-01-01
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