Isbn: 9781025550442 - christianity in the making: a critical and historical summary of the first three centuries (6 risultati)

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'Christianity in the Making: A Critical and Historical Summary of the First Three Centuries' is an insightful examination of the formative years of the Christian faith. Written by the noted scholar S. H. Hooke, this work provides a rigorous and analytical overview of the development of the early Church from its inception through the third century. The book delves into the complex historical, social, and theological factors that shaped the movement, offering a clear narrative of how a small sect grew into a significant institutional force within the Roman Empire.Hooke explores the transition from the apostolic age to the establishment of early orthodoxy, highlighting key figures, pivotal debates, and the evolution of Christian doctrine. By applying a critical-historical lens, the author seeks to uncover the realities of the early Christian experience, moving beyond mere hagiography to present a grounded summary of the era's challenges and transformations. This text serves as an essential resource for students of religious history and those interested in the foundational periods of Western thought and belief. It emphasizes the dynamic nature of early Christianity and its ability to adapt and persist within the diverse cultural landscape of the ancient Mediterranean world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. "Christianity in the Making: A Critical and Historical Summary of the First Three Centuries" is an insightful examination of the formative years of the Christian faith. Written by the noted scholar S. H. Hooke, this work provides a rigorous and analytical overview of the development of the early Church from its inception through the third century. The book delves into the complex historical, social, and theological factors that shaped the movement, offering a clear narrative of how a small sect grew into a significant institutional force within the Roman Empire.Hooke explores the transition from the apostolic age to the establishment of early orthodoxy, highlighting key figures, pivotal debates, and the evolution of Christian doctrine. By applying a critical-historical lens, the author seeks to uncover the realities of the early Christian experience, moving beyond mere hagiography to present a grounded summary of the era's challenges and transformations. This text serves as an essential resource for students of religious history and those interested in the foundational periods of Western thought and belief. It emphasizes the dynamic nature of early Christianity and its ability to adapt and persist within the diverse cultural landscape of the ancient Mediterranean world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…