History of the Catholic Church
History of the Catholic Church

Author: James Hitchcock

Publisher: Ignatius Press

Published: 2012-01-01

Total Pages: 581

ISBN-13: 1586176641

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A comprehensive history of the Catholic Church from its beginnings in Jesus' ministry to its current status in an increasingly secular world.

The Apostolic Age in Patristic Thought
The Apostolic Age in Patristic Thought

Author: A. Hilhorst

Publisher: BRILL

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 9004126112

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This collection of essays explores the way early Christians looked back on the apostolic age. It shows the unique authority which that period enjoyed in matters of doctrine, institutions, rites and morality, even in dissident circles.

Biblical Exegesis in the Apostolic Period
Biblical Exegesis in the Apostolic Period

Author: Richard N. Longenecker

Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 9780802843012

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The discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Nag Hammadi texts, and new Targums has greatly increased scholarly interest in the relationship between the New Testament and first -century Judaism. This critically acclaimed study by Richard Longenecker sheds light on this relationship by exploring the methods the earliest Christians used to interpret the Old Testament. By comparing the first Christian writings with Jewish documents from the same period, Longenecker helps to discern both the key differences between Christianity and Judaism and the Judaic roots of the Christian faith. This revised edition of Biblical Exegesis in the Apostolic Period brings Longenecker's valued work up to date with current research in this important field of study.

The Apostolic Fathers
The Apostolic Fathers

Author: Kenneth Berding

Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers

Published: 2017-04-25

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 1498240968

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Who were the Apostolic Fathers? What did they care about? Why did they write what they wrote? The Apostolic Fathers: A Narrative Introduction is the most engaging introduction to Apostolic Fathers you will ever read. Imagine what it would be like to ask Polycarp about the documents that were composed during his lifetime. You don't have to imagine any longer. Situated during the final week of Polycarp's life, these fictional dialogues will introduce you to the earliest Christian documents after the time of the apostles. You will come to know Clement, Ignatius, Hermas, Papias, and others. Freshly translated excerpts from the writings themselves are included after each chapter.

The Apostolic Age and the New Testament
The Apostolic Age and the New Testament

Author: George A. Barton

Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press

Published: 2017-01-30

Total Pages: 172

ISBN-13: 1512814172

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A scientific study of the influences that shaped Christianity in the years immediately following the death of Christ, clarifying disputed points of history and dogma and synthesizing the influences of the period.

Church History in Plain Language
Church History in Plain Language

Author: Bruce Leon Shelley

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780849938610

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Traces the history of the Church, focusing on the motivations of its founders, conflicts, key figures, and defining events over the centuries.

Christianity
Christianity

Author: Alister E. McGrath

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2006-02-13

Total Pages: 401

ISBN-13: 1405108991

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The new edition of this popular textbook by leading theologian, Alister E. McGrath, will be essential reading for anyone wanting to understand the dynamics of the world’s largest religion. Fully revised to include greater coverage of the Catholic perspective, contemporary issues, non-Western Christianity, globalization and women, this is a truly comprehensive, lively, and jargon-free introduction to Christianity. Written for beginners to this subject, and assumes no knowledge of Christian beliefs or practices. Includes an introduction to biblical sources and discussion of the central figure of Jesus. Features comprehensive discussions of Christian theology, the history of Christianity from its origins to the present day, and Christianity in the modern world. Increases coverage of contemporary issues, the Catholic perspective, non-Western Christianity, globalization and women Contains accessible and student-friendly features, including numerous illustrations, suggestions for further reading, a glossary of Christian terms, and brief readings from illustrative Christian sources.