Atlas of Christian History

Atlas of Christian History
Author: Tim Dowley
Publisher: Fortress Press
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2016-11-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1506416888

A new atlas of Christian history has been needed for many years. Now, Fortress Press is pleased to offer the Atlas of Christian History from acclaimed author and editor Tim Dowley. The Atlas of Christian History is built new from the ground up. Featuring more than fifty new maps, graphics, and timelines, the atlas is a necessary companion to any study of Christian history. Concise, helpful text, written by acknowledged authorities, guide the experience and interpret the visuals. Consciously written for students at any level, the volume is perfect for independent students, as well as those in structured courses. The atlas is broken into five primary parts that correspond well to most major introductions to the topic. The final section on the modern era pays significant attention to the growth of Christianity as a global religion. Extensive maps are provided that illuminate Christianity in Asian, African, and Latin American contexts.

Atlas of the Christian Church

Atlas of the Christian Church
Author: Henry Chadwick
Publisher: Facts on File
Total Pages: 240
Release: 1987
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9780816016433

Uses maps to trace the history and development of the Christian church, and describes the international church today, images of Christ, religious orders, holidays, and church music and buildings

The Routledge Historical Atlas of Religion in America

The Routledge Historical Atlas of Religion in America
Author: Bret Carroll
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2013-10-23
Genre: History
ISBN: 1136681655

First Published in 2001. Charting the history and geo­graphic development of American religions, The Routledge Historical Atlas of Religion in America dis­plays in vibrant visual and textual detail the intimate relationship between American spiritual belief and the events that formed the nation. Mirroring the variety found in America's religious past and present, coverage focuses on such diverse topics as: Indigenous American Religions, Russian Orthodoxy, French Catholicism, The Puritans, Judaism in the Colonies, The Great Awakening, American Metaphysical Movements, African American Churches, The Mormons, Islam, Buddhism and German Sects in Colonial America. Loaded with more than 50 full-color maps, charts, and illustrations, The Routledge Historical Atlas of Religion in America is an indispensable ref­erence for those interested in the American religious experience.

HarperCollins Atlas of Bible History

HarperCollins Atlas of Bible History
Author: James B. Pritchard
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2008-05-27
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0061451959

From the earliest evidence of humankind in Palestine to the establishment of the kingdoms of Judah and Israel, the ministry of Jesus, and the rise of the Christian Church, the richly illustrated HarperCollins Atlas of Bible History brings the Bible to life in all its geographical context. Detailed biblical references, timelines, and suggestions for further reading accompany each period of biblical history, conveying a tangible sense of the land, events, and people portrayed in the world's most famous book. With more than 100 full-color maps, timelines, and expert explanations, this superlative reference work will enable readers to more fully appreciate and understand the Bible and its stories. The HarperCollins Atlas of Bible History features: Over 100 full-color geographical and topographical maps The latest archaeological information, floor plans, city plans, illustrations, and artistic recreations of ancient life Charts, graphs, statistics, informative sidebars, and more Detailed biblical references Timelines that place each section of the Bible in its historical context Web site recommendations for further interactive study

Atlas of American Religion

Atlas of American Religion
Author: William M. Newman
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 186
Release: 2000
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780742503458

From independence to the present, the Atlas charts the evolution of the 39 major religious denominations and sects in the U.S. -- from Methodists to Congregationalists, Mormons to Jews, Church of God to the International Church of the Foursquare Gospel.

Atlas of the Bible and Christianity

Atlas of the Bible and Christianity
Author: Tim Dowley
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group (MI)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1997
Genre: Bible
ISBN: 9780801020513

An all-new atlas, the most complete ever, lays out the places and times of the biblical world and church history. Vivid maps and photographs extend the scope of the Atlas of the Bible and Christianity to all of Christian history and the geography of world religion today. In all, 160 original maps are based on satellite-produced images and the latest archaeological, historical, religious, and biblical research.

Christianity

Christianity
Author: Alec Ryrie
Publisher: Belknap Press
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2020-03
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780674242357

The spread of Christianity is arguably humanity's most consequential historical epic. Christianity tells the tale through more than a hundred beautiful color maps and illustrations depicting the journey of Jesus Christ's followers from Judea to Constantine's Rome, wider Europe, and today's world of two billion Christians practicing in every land.