Violence in Ancient Christianity Victims and Perpetrators |
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| Editor:
| Geljon, Albert
Roukema, Riemer |
| ISBN: | 978-90-04-27490-7 |
| Publication Date: | Jun 2014 |
| Publisher: | BRILL
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| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $135.00 |
Book Description:
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The ambivalence of ancient Christianity toward violence is investigated in ten studies, ranging from the persecution of Christians to Christian oppression of Jews, heretics and pagans, and the application of Jesus' teaching to love one's enemies.
The ambivalence of ancient Christianity toward violence is investigated in ten studies, ranging from the persecution of Christians to Christian oppression of Jews, heretics and pagans, and the application of Jesus' teaching to love one's enemies.