The See of Peter (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781025981055)

"The See of Peter" is an authoritative historical examination of the origins and rise of the papacy within the early Christian church. James Shotwell and Louise Ropes Loomis provide a comprehensive collection of primary sources and scholarly analysis that trace the development of the Petrine doctrine and the institutional emergence of the Roman See. By exploring the scriptural, legendary, and historical foundations of the Bishop of Rome's authority, the work offers an in-depth look at how the church transitioned from a persecuted sect to a central power in Western civilization.

The volume meticulously organizes documents from the first five centuries of the Christian era, offering readers direct access to the texts that shaped ecclesiastical tradition. It addresses the textual evidence regarding Saint Peter's presence in Rome and the subsequent theological justifications for papal supremacy. "The See of Peter" remains an essential resource for students of medieval history, theology, and the evolution of religious institutions, providing a balanced and rigorous look at the transformation of the Roman church during late antiquity.

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