The First Millennial Faith

The First Millennial Faith: The Church Faith In Its First One Thousand Years is a historical book written by Horatio Woodburn Southworth and published in 1893. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Christian faith during its first one thousand years of existence, from the time of Jesus Christ to the end of the first millennium.The author begins by tracing the origins of Christianity and its spread throughout the Roman Empire. He then delves into the various theological and doctrinal debates that arose within the early Church, including the Arian controversy and the Council of Nicaea.Southworth also explores the development of monasticism and the rise of the papacy, as well as the impact of Christianity on art, literature, and culture during this period. He provides detailed accounts of key figures in Church history, such as St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas, and examines their contributions to Christian theology and philosophy.Throughout the book, Southworth emphasizes the importance of understanding the historical context in which the Christian faith developed. He argues that by studying the beliefs and practices of the early Church, modern Christians can gain a deeper appreciation for their own faith and its rich history.Overall, The First Millennial Faith is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and its development during the first one thousand years of its existence.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.