The Ecclesiastical History Of Sozomen: Comprising A History Of The Church From A. D. 324 To A. D. 440 Also The Ecclesiastical History Of Philostorgius
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ISBN10: 9354181988
ISBN13: 9789354181986
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Oct 19 2020
Pages: 556
Weight: 2.16
Height: 1.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9789354181986
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Oct 19 2020
Pages: 556
Weight: 2.16
Height: 1.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Step into the turbulent heart of late antiquity, where faith, power, and empire collide. The Ecclesiastical History Of Sozomen, presented alongside the concise account of Philostorgius as preserved by Photius, offers an unrivalled window into the transformation of the early Christian church from the reign of Constantine to the dawn of the Byzantine era. Here, the struggles of bishops, the intensity of theological debates in the 4th century, and the drama of church councils unfold against the backdrop of ancient Rome and a changing world. This essential ecclesiastical history book, masterfully compiled by Edward Walford, stands as both a sweeping church history anthology and a vital resource for scholars of church history and academic religious studies. Readers will encounter vivid accounts of emperors, heretics, and saints, as well as a nuanced analysis of church councils and the evolving relationship between state and faith. The work sits alongside the great chronicles of Eusebius and Socrates Scholasticus, illuminating the spiritual and political forces that shaped early Christianity. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you seek a foundation for early Christianity study or a collector's item that embodies the cultural legacy of the Byzantine Empire's religion, this book bridges the centuries with clarity, reverence, and enduring insight.
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