History of the Catholic Church

History of the Catholic Church
Author: James Hitchcock
Publisher: Ignatius Press
Total Pages: 581
Release: 2012-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1586176641

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

Church History

Church History
Author: Gloria Shahin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: Church history
ISBN: 9781599821481

Includes bibliographical references (pages 305-311) and index.

The Apostolic Fathers

The Apostolic Fathers
Author: Kenneth Berding
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2017-04-25
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1498240968

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.

Biblical Exegesis in the Apostolic Period

Biblical Exegesis in the Apostolic Period
Author: Richard N. Longenecker
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Total Pages: 288
Release: 1999
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780802843012

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.

Christianity

Christianity
Author: Alister E. McGrath
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 401
Release: 2006-02-13
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1405108991

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.

Church History in Plain Language

Church History in Plain Language
Author: Bruce Leon Shelley
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1995
Genre: Church history
ISBN: 9780849938610

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