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Christianization and Communication in Late Antiquity

John Chrysostom and His Congregation in Antioch

by Jaclyn L. Maxwell

  • Hardback
  • 210 pages
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • 15.3 x 22.9 x 1.7 cm

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How did ordinary people and Church authorities communicate with each other in late antiquity and how did this interaction affect the processes of Christianization in the Roman Empire? By studying the relationship between the preacher and his congregation within the context of classical, urban traditions of public speaking, this book explains some of the reasons for the popularity of Christian sermons during the period. Its focus on John Chrysostom's sermons allows us to see how an educated church leader responded to and was influenced by a congregation of ordinary Christians. As a preacher in Antioch, Chrysostom took great care to convey his lessons to his congregation, which included a broad cross-section of society. Because of this, his sermons provide a fascinating view into the variety of beliefs held by the laity, demonstrating that many people could be actively engaged in their religion while disagreeing with their preacher.
Christianization and Communication in Late Antiquity and Christianization and Communication in Late Antiquity: John Chrysostom and His Congregation in Antioch
Christianization and Communication in Late Antiquity: John Chrysostom and His Congregation in AntiochChristianization and Communication in Late Antiquity

  • Author

    Jaclyn L. Maxwell

  • Book Format

    Hardback

  • Publisher

    Cambridge University Press

  • Published

    October 2006

  • Weight

    473g

  • Page Count

    210

  • Dimensions

    15.3 x 22.9 x 1.7 cm

  • ISBN

    9780521860406

  • ISBN-10

    0521860407

  • Eden Code

    1151732

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