Early Christian World

The Early Christian World is a comprehensive and accessible work on the origins, development, character, and major figures of early Christianity, with a quarter of the text being new and the remaining essays revised and updated. It provides authoritative
authoritative, lively, and up-to-date access to the early Christian world, covering Christian culture, Jewish and Christian interaction, ritual, the New Testament in Roman Britain, Manichaeism, Pachomius the Great, and Gregory of Nyssa.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 1250 pages
Publication date: 01 November 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Since its publication in 2000, The Early Christian World has emerged as a highly regarded and accessible work in English on the origins, development, character, and prominent figures of early Christianity. In this revised and updated edition, the strengths of the original edition are retained, while also incorporating significant advancements in our understanding of early Christianity within its global context.

The book's attractive architecture serves as a guide, taking readers through the historical development and context of early Christianity. It includes insightful essays on critical topics such as community formation, everyday experiences, the intellectual and artistic heritage, and the challenges faced by early Christians both externally and internally. The profiles of influential early Christian figures add depth and insight to the narrative.

One of the notable features of this edition is its strong emphasis on the social reality of early Christianity. It employs a wealth of illustrations and maps to vividly bring the early Christian world to life, enhancing the reader's understanding and engagement.

Over the years since the first edition was published, significant progress has been made in our understanding of early Christianity. This new edition fully reflects these developments and offers the reader authoritative, lively, and up-to-date access to the early Christian world. A quarter of the text is entirely new, while the remaining essays have undergone meticulous revision and updating by their respective authors.

The new material in this edition encompasses various aspects of Christian culture, including book culture, canonical and non-canonical scriptures, saints and hagiography, and the translation of Christian texts across cultures. Additionally, there are fresh essays on Jewish and Christian interaction in the early centuries, ritual practices, the New Testament's influence in Roman Britain, Manichaeism, Pachomius the Great, and Gregory of Nyssa.

This revised edition is poised to serve as a valuable resource for scholars, students, and general readers alike for many years to come. Its comprehensive coverage and insightful analysis make it an essential tool for anyone seeking to delve deeper into the rich history and complexities of early Christianity.

Weight: 2370g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032199344
Edition number: 2 New edition