Christianity Under The Byzantine Emperors

""Christianity Under The Byzantine Emperors"" by Samuel Sharpe is a comprehensive study of the history of Christianity in the Byzantine Empire. The book covers the period from the founding of the empire in 324 AD to the fall of Constantinople in 1453. It explores the relationship between the Byzantine emperors and the Christian church, including the role of the emperor as the head of the church and the various theological controversies that arose during the period.The book examines the major figures and events that shaped the history of Christianity in the Byzantine Empire, including the Council of Nicaea, the reign of Emperor Constantine, the rise of monasticism, and the iconoclastic controversy. It also looks at the impact of the empire's political and military struggles on the church, including the Arab invasions, the Crusades, and the schism between the Eastern and Western churches.Throughout the book, Sharpe provides a detailed analysis of the theological debates and controversies that arose during the period, including the Arian heresy, the Nestorian controversy, and the debates over the nature of Christ. He also explores the role of the church in shaping Byzantine society and culture, including its influence on art, literature, and education.Overall, ""Christianity Under The Byzantine Emperors"" provides a comprehensive and engaging overview of the history of Christianity in the Byzantine Empire, offering insights into the complex relationship between church and state during this pivotal period in world history.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Egyptian Mythology and Egyptian Christianity, by Samuel Sharpe. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564591980.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.