The Church of the Roman Empire Before AD 170

""The Church of the Roman Empire Before AD 170"" is a historical book written by William M. Ramsay. The book provides a detailed account of the early Christian Church in the Roman Empire before the year 170 AD. Ramsay explores the origins of Christianity, the spread of the religion, and the social and political context in which it emerged. The author also examines the relationship between the Church and the Roman Empire, highlighting the challenges faced by early Christians as they struggled to establish their place in society. Ramsay draws on a wide range of historical sources, including early Christian writings, Roman documents, and archaeological evidence to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of this fascinating period in history. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, the Roman Empire, or the intersection of religion and politics in the ancient world.1892. With Maps and Illustrations. The work originates from a series of lectures delivered to Mansfield College by Ramsay, archaeologist and New Testament Scholar. Contents: Part I. Earliest Stage: St. Paul in Asia Minor: General: Localities of the First Journey; The First Journey as a Narrative of Travel; The Second Journey; The Third Journey; The Epistle to Galatians; St. Paul at Ephesus; and The Original Authority for St. Paul's Journeys: Value and Text. Part II. A.D. 64-170: Being Lectures at Mansfield College, Oxford, May and June 1892: Subject and Method; Pliny's Report and Trajan's Rescript; The Action of Nero Towards the Christians; The Flavian Policy Towards the Church; Christian Authorities for the Flavian Period; The Policy of Hadrian, Pius and Marcus; Cause and Extent of Persecution; The Acta of Paul and Thekla; The Church from 120 to 170 A.D.; Glycerius the Deacon; and The Miracle at Khonai. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.