The Expansion Of Christianity In The First Three Centuries (1904) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436548526)

The Expansion of Christianity in the First Three Centuries is a historical account of the early years of Christianity, written by German theologian Adolf Harnack in 1904. The book explores the growth and spread of Christianity from its humble beginnings in Palestine to its emergence as a major religion in the Roman Empire.Harnack examines the key figures and events that shaped the early Christian movement, including the teachings of Jesus, the apostles, and the early church fathers. He also provides insight into the social, cultural, and political factors that contributed to the success of Christianity in the first three centuries.The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different period of Christian history. The first part covers the period from the birth of Jesus to the end of the first century, while the second part covers the second century. The third part covers the third century and the emergence of Christianity as a dominant force in the Roman Empire.Harnack's writing is scholarly and detailed, drawing on a wide range of primary sources and historical documents. He provides a comprehensive overview of the early Christian movement, including its beliefs, practices, and organization.Overall, The Expansion of Christianity in the First Three Centuries is an important work of Christian history that provides valuable insights into the origins and growth of one of the world's major religions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Adolf Harnack
ISBN-10: 1436548527
ISBN-13: 9781436548526
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 580
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.24lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.44d