Der Heeresdienst von Christen in der römischen Kaiserzeit: Studien zu Tertullian, Clemens und Origenes

This study examines the attitude of three important pre-Constantinian Church authors on the issue of military service by Christians. During their era, there were growing numbers of Christians in the army, and discussions began in their communities as to whether this was consistent with Christian bel...

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Main Author: Gerstacker, Andreas (Author)
Format: Electronic Book
Language:German
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WorldCat: WorldCat
Fernleihe:Fernleihe für die Fachinformationsdienste
Published: Berlin/Boston De Gruyter 2021
In:Year: 2021
Series/Journal:Millennium-Studien / Millennium Studies
Further subjects:B Classical history / classical civilisation
B The Early Church
Online Access: Volltext (kostenfrei)
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Summary:This study examines the attitude of three important pre-Constantinian Church authors on the issue of military service by Christians. During their era, there were growing numbers of Christians in the army, and discussions began in their communities as to whether this was consistent with Christian beliefs. Many positions and arguments emerged. At the same time, the study shows how Christianity struggled to find its position within the Roman Empire
ISBN:3110714353
Access:Open Access
Persistent identifiers:HDL: 20.500.12854/74812