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“The Emergence of Christianity” in A World History of Christianity ed. Adrian Hastings. United Kingdom, William B. Publishing Company, 1999. Chapter 1. 5 Paul Johnson, 1976. Chapter 1. 6 Rodney Stark. The Rise of Christianity, How the Obscure, Marginal Jesus Movement Became the Dominant Religious Force in the Western World in a Few Centuries.
The Rise of Christianity is an interesting look at Christianity from the viewpoint of a sociologist. Starke explains how Christianity grew looking at different aspects like the role of women, martyrs, and epidemics.
Jun 16, 2020 · Stark's conclusion that the rapid rise of early Christianity was due mainly to high fertility rates and social policies rather than to faith in the messianic message of Jesus is likely to generate spirited argument."—Publishers Weekly "This book is an exciting and important addition to the literature on early Christianity. . . .
Christianity. Early Christianity, otherwise called the Early Church or Paleo-Christianity, describes the historical era of the Christian religion up to the First Council of Nicaea in 325. Christianity spread from the Levant, across the Roman Empire, and beyond.
Jul 9, 2011 · The rise of Christianity began with the spread of Roman power to Judea in 63 BC. Jesus was born in Judea around 6-4 BC and began his ministry in Israel at age 30, teaching about God's love and an eternal kingdom. He gained followers but was crucified in 29 AD by Roman authorities. His followers believed he resurrected and was the promised Messiah.
Mar 9, 2021 · The rise of Christianity by Barnes, Ernest William, 1874-1953. Publication date 1947 Topics Bible.
The Rise of Christianity: A Sociologist Reconsiders History Sociologist Rodney Stark looks at the appeal of the Christian message itself, for example, how it brought a new conception of humanity ...
