The Beginnings of Christianity, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint): The Rise of the Religion: The Rise of the Religion (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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How early Christian ideas took shape, from Paul’s influence to the birth of the church.

This scholarly study traces the beginnings of Christianity, showing how a vibrant sense of mission, worship, and community formed the backbone of the new faith. It highlights the shift from a Jewish setting to a broader Gentile audience and the ways early believers organized themselves for life and practice.

- Shows how Paul’s writings and leadership helped define Christian ethics, worship, and church life
- Compares Jesus’ message with Paul’s interpretation and the early church’s evolving theology
- Traces the development of key Christian forms, from liturgy to doctrine to ecclesiastical law
- Examines the roots of Christian identity as a distinct movement within or against contemporary Judaism

Ideal for readers of church history and religious studies who want a clear view of how early Christianity emerged and organized itself.

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