The Antiquities of the Christian Church

The Antiquities of the Christian Church is a comprehensive book written by Lyman Coleman that delves into the history of Christianity from its early beginnings up to the 19th century. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering the period from the birth of Christ to the end of the fifth century, while the second volume covers the period from the sixth century to the 19th century.In this book, Coleman provides a detailed account of the origins and development of the Christian Church, including its beliefs, practices, and institutions. He explores the various controversies and debates that arose within the Church, such as the Arian controversy, the Nestorian controversy, and the Donatist controversy. He also discusses the role of the Church in shaping the political and social landscape of the time, including its relationship with the Roman Empire and the rise of the papacy.Throughout the book, Coleman draws on a wide range of sources, including the Bible, the writings of the Church Fathers, and contemporary historical accounts. He provides extensive footnotes and references, making this book an invaluable resource for scholars and students of Church history.Overall, The Antiquities of the Christian Church is a comprehensive and authoritative work that provides a fascinating insight into the history of Christianity and its impact on the world.1841. This volume was compiled and translated from the works of Augusti, with numerous additions from Rheinwald, Siegel and others. In preparing this summary of the rites and institutions of ancient Christianity, the author sought to make it intelligible to the English reader; and, at the same time, to present to the theological student a convenient book of reference, and to the scholar and antiquary a guide to his more extended and original investigations.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.