A History of Christianity

Kirjan A History of Christianity (2024) on kirjoittanut Michael Collins. Kirjan kieli on englanti, ja sen on kustantanut DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). Kirja on laajuudeltaan 240 sivua ja se on sidottu.

How did Christianity get shared around the world? And how has Christian belief changed over the last 50 years? Providing some of the answers to these and many other questions, this overview charts the 2,000-year-long history of the world's largest religion. A History of Christianity covers everything from the world of the Old Testament to Christianity in the 21st century, including topics such as the early martyrs, the birth of the monasteries, the Crusades, the Reformation, and the rise of the Church in the Americas and Africa. Explore the wide-ranging beliefs and doctrines found within the Church and the role Christianity plays in people's lives. Discover the key events, figures, and movements that helped shape the Church, with a fresh and highly visual approach. In this Christianity book, you can find: - An accessible illustrated guide to the key events and thinkers of the last 2,000 years of Christianity- Detailed contextual illustrations, maps, and annotated works of art- Insightful quotes from Christian thinkers and the Bible- Chapters outlining different elements of Christianity and important moments that shaped beliefs including: The Roots of Christianity, Challenges to the Early Church, The Renaissance, Social Issues & Activism, and more Beautifully illustrated, clearly presented, and written in an accessible style, this guide is the ideal companion for those who want to know about the history of the Church. This is a great guide for readers looking for a clear and accessible introduction to Christianity.