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Christendom: The Triumph of a Religion
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Books > Church > Church History
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| Author/Artist: |
PETER HEATHER |
| ISBN / ID: |
9780141988535 |
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Allen Lane |
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PAPERBACK |
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AU$39.99 |
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In the fourth century AD, a new faith emerged from Palestine and rapidly challenged the pagan traditions of Rome. Christianity converted Emperor Constantine and overcame rival beliefs, eventually becoming dominant across Europe. By the early medieval period, Christian rulers governed the continent, and the religion was deeply embedded in society. Yet, as Peter Heather argues, this outcome was far from inevitable.
Heather explores how Christianity evolved from a small, scattered sect into a mass movement directed from Rome. He shows how Christendom survived repeated crises, including the collapse of the Roman Empire, which nearly led to its extinction. Constantly confronting heresies and competing beliefs, the Church demonstrated a remarkable ability to adapt, reinvent itself, and employ force when needed.
Over time, the Papacy became the head of a powerful international institution. Christendom's greatest achievement was transforming Christianity into an organized authority capable of unifying and governing the diverse peoples of medieval Europe. |
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