The Birth of Christian Orthodoxy in the Patristic Period

Dominic Stevens

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Historia Magna
16 September 2025

Ancient history: to c 500 CE; History of religion; Christianity; Christian Churches & denominations; Christian theology

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How did a small Jewish sect following a crucified teacher transform into a world-changing religion with sophisticated theology that would shape Western civilization for two millennia? The Birth of Christian Orthodoxy in the Patristic Period takes readers on a fascinating journey through Christianity's formative centuries, revealing the dramatic conflicts, brilliant minds, and spiritual insights that forged the faith we know today.

From the dusty streets of Jerusalem to the imperial courts of Constantinople, from desert hermits to powerful bishops, this compelling narrative traces how Christianity's core doctrines emerged through fierce debate and hard-won consensus. Readers will discover how early Christians wrestled with profound questions: Was Jesus fully divine or merely God's greatest creation? How could monotheism accommodate Father, Son, and Holy Spirit? What did salvation truly mean, and how could humans participate in divine life?

Drawing on vivid primary sources and the latest historical scholarship, this book brings to life the passionate personalities who shaped Christian orthodoxy-Origen's brilliant but controversial explorations, Athanasius's defiant stand against emperors, Augustine's profound theological legacy, and the mystical insights of desert monastics. The author deftly navigates complex theological controversies while revealing their enduring significance, showing how ancient debates about Christ's nature, biblical interpretation, and the church's relationship with imperial power continue to resonate in contemporary religious discourse.

Neither a simplistic tale of good versus evil nor a cynical account of power politics, this book presents a nuanced understanding of how genuine theological conviction, cultural context, and institutional development interacted to produce Christianity's fundamental doctrines. Whether you're a believer seeking deeper understanding of your faith's roots or a history enthusiast fascinated by how ideas shape civilizations, this engaging exploration of Christianity's intellectual and spiritual formation offers illuminating insights into one of history's most influential religious traditions.

By: Dominic Stevens
Imprint: Historia Magna
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 17mm
Weight: 358g
ISBN: 9798232393830
Pages: 310
Publication Date: 16 September 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

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