Church, Book, and Bishop - Conflict and Authority in Early Latin Christendom

This book narrates a number of stories from the early clerical history of the church to illustrate how authority came to be shared among the institutions of church, book, and bishop. It is intended for a wide range of readers, including scholars, students.

List of contents

Explorations Contemporary Perspectives on Religion -- Introduction -- Order over Error -- Tertullian -- Leadership: Bishops, Councils, and Emperors -- Augustine -- Authority and Humility -- Conclusion -- Suggestions for Further Reading -- About the Book and Author

About the author

Peter Iver Kaufman

Summary

This book narrates a number of stories from the early clerical history of the church to illustrate how authority came to be shared among the institutions of church, book, and bishop. It is intended for a wide range of readers, including scholars, students.

Product details

• Authors: Peter I. Kaufam, Peter Kaufman, Peter Iver Kaufman
• Publisher: Perseus Books Uk
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 29.03.1996
• EAN: 9780813318172
• ISBN: 978-0-8133-1817-2
• No. of pages: 176
• Series: Explorations
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > History