Early Christianity
Early Christianity by Mark Humphries, published by Routledge in 2006, offers an in-depth examination of the origins and evolution of early Christian thought. Spanning 276 pages, this book delves into how early Christianity was studied historically and how contemporary approaches have evolved. It highlights the significance of Judaeo-Christian values in shaping modern Western culture, drawing from a variety of source materials, including New Testament texts and third-century writings.
Readers will find a thorough exploration of the diverse sources available for studying early Christianity, including archaeology, epigraphy, and papyrology. The book discusses the utility of these materials and provides insights into the methodologies employed in the field. Additionally, it features a comprehensive guide for students, detailing major collections of literary and non-literary sources, as well as key journals and textbooks relevant to the study of early Christianity. This edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the communication of technical information and the history of science.
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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.
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