Reforming Rome
Reforming Rome

Author: Donald W. Norwood

Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing

Published: 2015-01-16

Total Pages: 285

ISBN-13: 0802872107

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Few people realize that Karl Barth, one of the twentieth century s greatest Protestant theologians, was among a select group of non-Catholic guests who were invited to the Second Vatican Council (1962 65) to assist in the reform and renewal of the Roman Catholic Church. In Reforming Rome Donald Norwood offers the first book-length study of Barth s involvement with Vatican II and his significant impact on the reform of the Catholic Church. Norwood examines Barth s critical engagement with the Roman Catholic Church from his time at the (Catholic) University of Munster to his connection with Vatican II, his conversations with Pope Paul VI, and seminars and interviews he gave about the Council afterward. On the basis of extensive research, Norwood amplifies Barth s own very brief account of Vatican II. Barth himself often felt that he was better understood by Roman Catholics such as Hans Kng, Hans Urs von Balthasar, and Joseph Ratzinger than he was by his own Reformed colleagues. This study, written by a fellow Reformed theologian, helps us to see why.

Aspects of Roman History 31 BC-AD 117
Aspects of Roman History 31 BC-AD 117

Author: Richard Alston

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-11-07

Total Pages: 480

ISBN-13: 1317976436

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This new edition of Aspects of Roman History 31 BC- AD 117 provides an easily accessible guide to the history of the early Roman Empire. Taking the reader through the major political events of the crucial first 150 years of Roman imperial history, from the Empire’s foundation under Augustus to the height of its power under Trajan, the book examines the emperors and key events that shaped Rome’s institutions and political form. Blending social and economic history with political history, Richard Alston’s revised edition leads students through important issues, introducing sources, exploring techniques by which those sources might be read, and encouraging students to develop their historical judgement. The book includes: chapters on each of the emperors in this period, exploring the successes and failures of each reign, and how these shaped the empire, sections on social and economic history, including the core issues of slavery, social mobility, economic development and change, gender relations, the rise of new religions, and cultural change in the Empire, an expanded timeframe, providing more information on the foundation of the imperial system under Augustus and the issues relating to Augustan Rome, a glossary and further reading section, broken down by chapter. This expanded and revised edition of Aspects of Roman History, covering an additional 45 years of history from Actium to the death of Augustus, provides an invaluable introduction to Roman Imperial history, surveying the way in which the Roman Empire changed the world and offering critical perspectives on how we might understand that transformation. It is an important resource for any student of this crucial and formative period in Roman history.

The Renaissance Battle for Rome
The Renaissance Battle for Rome

Author: Susanna de Beer

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2024-01-31

Total Pages: 277

ISBN-13: 0198878923

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The Renaissance Battle for Rome examines the rhetorical battle fought simultaneously between a wide variety of parties (individuals, groups, authorities) seeking prestige or legitimacy through the legacy of ancient Rome—a battle over the question of whose claims to this legacy were most legitimate. Distinguishing four domains—power, morality, cityscape and literature—in which ancient Rome represented a particularly powerful example, this book traces the contours of this rhetorical battle across Renaissance Europe, based on a broad selection of Humanist Latin Poetry. It shows how humanist poets negotiated different claims on behalf of others and themselves in their work, acting both as "spin doctors" and "new Romans", while also undermining competing claims to this same idealized past. By so doing this book not only offers a new understanding of several aspects of the Renaissance that are usually considered separately, but ultimately allows us to understand Renaissance culture as a constant negotiation between appropriating and contesting the idea and ideal of "Rome."

Roman History for Kids: Explore Timeless Tales, Myths, Heroes, Villains, Gladiators, Epic Battles, Legendary Stories & Much More
Roman History for Kids: Explore Timeless Tales, Myths, Heroes, Villains, Gladiators, Epic Battles, Legendary Stories & Much More

Author: History Brought Alive

Publisher: History Brought Alive

Published: 101-01-01

Total Pages: 105

ISBN-13:

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If you’re reading this part, well then HELLO! It’s very nice to meet you and now let us tell you what this book is about…..We’re sure you’re thinking, “What do you mean, ‘what is the book about’? Doesn’t the title say ‘Roman History?’ You’re absolutely right! It is indeed! But we’re also going to explore the mythology, legends, heroes, epic stories and much more from Roman History. As you will discover, it is filled with inspiring stories and interesting facts which are great to read at bedtime or in the day. Roman History is perfect to introduce to children of all ages; It will help them to develop strong reading skills It will introduce them to positive character traits It will teach them about culture & history It will unlock their imagination…, At History Brought Alive we have a passion for everything from the past. The books we write are full of fun facts and even more fun stories that will make you think about the past in new and exciting ways! Here is a small peek inside of what you will discover: Tales of Power & Glory - The Seven Mighty Kings of Rome! What It Was Like to Live in Ancient Rome? Fun Activities for Kids to Learn about Roman History The Gods on Earth - Meet the Divine Rulers of Ancient Rome! The Brave Roman General Who Changed History (Julius Caesar) Amazing Creations & Inventions inc, Art, Statues, Paintings and more Myths & Legends of Ancient Rome + Heroes, Gods & Epic Adventures! The END - Exploring The Mysterious Fall of The Mighty Empire And much, much more…. Learn all about the History of the Roman Empire for Kids with This Book.

Rome, Blood & Power
Rome, Blood & Power

Author: Gareth C. Sampson

Publisher: Pen and Sword

Published: 2019-05-30

Total Pages: 414

ISBN-13: 1526710196

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“Capture[s] the essence of the struggle within Rome for reform and power and dominance . . . a page turner of a book . . . that offers fresh insight.” —Firetrench Following the First Civil War the Roman Republic was able to rebuild itself and restore stability. Yet the problems which had plagued the previous seventy years of the Republic, of political reform being met with violence and bloodshed, had not been resolved and once again resumed. Men such as Catiline and Clodius took up the mantle of reform which saw Rome paralyzed with domestic conflict and ultimately carnage and murder. In the search for stability, the Roman system produced a series of military dynasts; men such as Pompey, Crassus and Caesar. Ultimately this led to the Republic’s collapse into a second and third civil war and the end of the old Republican system. In its place was the Principate, a new Republic founded on the promise of peace and security at home and an end to the decades of bloodshed. Gareth Sampson analyses the various reforming politicians, their policies and opponents and the conflicts that resulted. He charts the Republic’s collapse into further civil wars and the new system that rose from the ashes. “[Sampson] has obviously done a huge amount of research, and yet managed to turn what could be a dry subject into an interesting tale of men battling for control. Far more exciting than Game of Thrones, and with added gladiators!” —Army Rumour Service (ARRSE)