The Church Of The Sixth Century

The Church of the Sixth Century: Six Chapters in Ecclesiastical History is a book written by William Holden Hutton. It is a comprehensive study of the Christian Church during the sixth century, a period of great change and upheaval in the history of Christianity. The book is divided into six chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the Church's development during this time.The first chapter examines the role of the Roman Empire in shaping the early Church, while the second chapter explores the impact of the barbarian invasions on Christianity. The third chapter delves into the theological debates that took place during the sixth century, focusing on the controversies surrounding the nature of Christ and the Trinity.The fourth chapter discusses the rise of monasticism and the role of monastic communities in shaping the Church's spiritual life. The fifth chapter examines the relationship between the Church and the state, while the final chapter looks at the Church's missionary efforts during the sixth century.Throughout the book, Hutton draws on a wide range of primary sources to provide a detailed and nuanced picture of the Church during this important period of its history. He also provides insightful analysis and commentary, making the book an invaluable resource for scholars and students of ecclesiastical history.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.