Christianity in the Roman Empire is a book well-suited for many audiences. Three centuries of the early church are highlighted in this 134-page paperback book. It also includes extensive footnotes, a bibliography of “books to read next,” and another bibliography of ancient texts and current authors covering the same time period.
As a history major and teacher, I highly recommend this book and give it a 5-star rating. It is a readable and concise treatment of the subject, and it accomplishes the author’s goal as stated in the Preface. (I received a copy of the book to read. These opinions are my own, and they are not influenced by the publisher.)
For those readers who are endeavoring to learn more about the early church, this could be used as an introduction to the subject. History buffs will enjoy the concise, thorough treatment of the church from approximately AD50 to AD339. Christians will enjoy the depiction of the church immediately after the apostles, and they may want to use the thought-provoking questions at the end of each chapter for discussions in a classroom setting or group.
The author’s descriptions of those in the church and the church’s critics come alive in the texts which are used. Through the eyes of early Christians, you get a glimpse of the doctrines discussed and the controversies which threatened to destroy the growing and expanding group. The “parting of the ways” between Judaism and Christianity is presented from the points of view of Jews, Christians, and some Roman governors and emperors of the time. The development of the Bible as we know it is an intriguing section.
Martyrs such as Ignatius, Polycarp, Perpetua, and Felicity helped build up the steadfastness of their Christian brothers and sisters and should be able to help those who suffer persecution today. Perpetua’s and Felicity’s martyrdom in AD203 is especially interesting because these two women became role models in an age when only men were portrayed as courageous.
Chapters on the church’s faith and practice offer a look into history but also help the reader understand problems in our churches today. Discussions of hermeneutics give more insight into the early Christian worldview. Other discussions include the writings and words of early Christian apologists, critics, and historians such as Clement of Rome, Cyprian, Tertullian, Eusebius, and others.
Don’t miss this springboard into understanding more about the church in its infancy and the church today. It will be time well-spent.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2019
As a history major and teacher, I highly recommend this book and give it a 5-star rating. It is a readable and concise treatment of the subject, and it accomplishes the author’s goal as stated in the Preface. (I received a copy of the book to read. These opinions are my own, and they are not influenced by the publisher.)
For those readers who are endeavoring to learn more about the early church, this could be used as an introduction to the subject. History buffs will enjoy the concise, thorough treatment of the church from approximately AD50 to AD339. Christians will enjoy the depiction of the church immediately after the apostles, and they may want to use the thought-provoking questions at the end of each chapter for discussions in a classroom setting or group.
The author’s descriptions of those in the church and the church’s critics come alive in the texts which are used. Through the eyes of early Christians, you get a glimpse of the doctrines discussed and the controversies which threatened to destroy the growing and expanding group. The “parting of the ways” between Judaism and Christianity is presented from the points of view of Jews, Christians, and some Roman governors and emperors of the time. The development of the Bible as we know it is an intriguing section.
Martyrs such as Ignatius, Polycarp, Perpetua, and Felicity helped build up the steadfastness of their Christian brothers and sisters and should be able to help those who suffer persecution today. Perpetua’s and Felicity’s martyrdom in AD203 is especially interesting because these two women became role models in an age when only men were portrayed as courageous.
Chapters on the church’s faith and practice offer a look into history but also help the reader understand problems in our churches today. Discussions of hermeneutics give more insight into the early Christian worldview. Other discussions include the writings and words of early Christian apologists, critics, and historians such as Clement of Rome, Cyprian, Tertullian, Eusebius, and others.
Don’t miss this springboard into understanding more about the church in its infancy and the church today. It will be time well-spent.
Early Christians Speak
By Marilyn Mc on April 11, 2019
Christianity in the Roman Empire is a book well-suited for many audiences. Three centuries of the early church are highlighted in this 134-page paperback book. It also includes extensive footnotes, a bibliography of “books to read next,” and another bibliography of ancient texts and current authors covering the same time period.By Marilyn Mc on April 11, 2019
As a history major and teacher, I highly recommend this book and give it a 5-star rating. It is a readable and concise treatment of the subject, and it accomplishes the author’s goal as stated in the Preface. (I received a copy of the book to read. These opinions are my own, and they are not influenced by the publisher.)
For those readers who are endeavoring to learn more about the early church, this could be used as an introduction to the subject. History buffs will enjoy the concise, thorough treatment of the church from approximately AD50 to AD339. Christians will enjoy the depiction of the church immediately after the apostles, and they may want to use the thought-provoking questions at the end of each chapter for discussions in a classroom setting or group.
The author’s descriptions of those in the church and the church’s critics come alive in the texts which are used. Through the eyes of early Christians, you get a glimpse of the doctrines discussed and the controversies which threatened to destroy the growing and expanding group. The “parting of the ways” between Judaism and Christianity is presented from the points of view of Jews, Christians, and some Roman governors and emperors of the time. The development of the Bible as we know it is an intriguing section.
Martyrs such as Ignatius, Polycarp, Perpetua, and Felicity helped build up the steadfastness of their Christian brothers and sisters and should be able to help those who suffer persecution today. Perpetua’s and Felicity’s martyrdom in AD203 is especially interesting because these two women became role models in an age when only men were portrayed as courageous.
Chapters on the church’s faith and practice offer a look into history but also help the reader understand problems in our churches today. Discussions of hermeneutics give more insight into the early Christian worldview. Other discussions include the writings and words of early Christian apologists, critics, and historians such as Clement of Rome, Cyprian, Tertullian, Eusebius, and others.
Don’t miss this springboard into understanding more about the church in its infancy and the church today. It will be time well-spent.
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