Authority and the Sacred

Aspects of the Christianisation of the Roman World

Autori

• Peter Brown

Serie

• Canto

Parametri

• 108 pagine
• 4 ore di lettura

• Cristianesimo
• Esoterismo e religione
• Religione
• Saggistica
• Storia

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Exploring the transformation of the Roman world, this study delves into the pivotal factors that enabled the rise of Christianity in Europe. Peter Brown highlights the complexities and compromises that shaped this religious evolution, revealing that Christian holy figures often acted as negotiators between emerging beliefs and established traditions rather than symbols of a victorious faith. This nuanced perspective sheds light on the intricate interplay between old and new spiritual practices during a significant historical transition.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2002

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