The rich and the pure: philanthropy and the making of Christian society in early Byzantium
Prologue : what is a Christian gift? -- Introduction : philanthropy and asceticism in the first affluent Christian society -- A present-giving world -- Give to all who ask of you : the challenge of early Byzantine philanthropy -- Bend your heart to mercy : giving alms in early Byzantine communities...
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| Format: | Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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Oakland, California
University of Californiarnia Press
[2021]
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| In: |
The transformation of the classical heritage (62)
Year: 2021 |
| Series/Journal: | The transformation of the classical heritage
62 |
| Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains: | B
Byzantine Empire
/ Gift
/ Alms
/ Wealth
/ Charities
/ Christian ethics
/ Social history studies 350-650
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| IxTheo Classification: | CH Christianity and Society KAC Church history 500-1500; Middle Ages |
| Further subjects: | B
Charity
Religious aspects
Christianity
B Byzantine Empire Social aspects 527-1081 B Byzantine Empire Social aspects To 527 B Byzantine Empire Social conditions |
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