Conversion among the Germanic Peoples
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published:1st Nov '98
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A study of mission and conversion among the Germanic kingdoms, this book traces the transformation of the late antique world into medieval Europe through the acceptance of Christianity. It is grounded in contemporary anthropological discourses, and focuses on the encounter between the Christian missionaries and the Germanic kings, an encounter which resulted in a shift in belief concerning the ultimate sources of power. The forms of Christianity developed by the converted are seen in the context of their pre-Christian beliefs and the need for continuity amongst change.
"Conversion Among the Germanic Peoples is a detailed look at the introduction of Christianity to the German peoples. It provides a history of the process of conversion that took place over several centuries and the influences that prompted it. IT will make a wonderful addition to the libraries of scholars and students alike." -British Association for the Study of Religions Bulletin. Spring 2001
"Conversion Among the Germanic Peoples is a detailed look at the introduction of Christianity to the German peoples. It provides a history of the process of conversion that took place over several centuries and the influences that prompted it. It will make a wonderful addition to the libraries of scholars and students alike." -- British Association for the Study of Religions * Blurb from reviewer *
ISBN: 9780304701551
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 460g
192 pages