Unravel the long arc of Rome’s authority within the early church and see how power, unity, and doctrine tangled over the centuries.
This scholarly work traces how the Western see evolved in relation to its rivals and neighbors, from late antiquity into the early medieval era. It surveys key debates, councils, and figures to reveal the debates over papal authority, church unity, and the shaping of Christian communities across the Mediterranean world. The discussion draws on lectures that examine patristic writings, ecumenical councils, and the shifting bonds between Rome and the East, offering a clear, source-based view of how the Roman see came to its influential place in church history.
Ideal for readers of church history, patristics, and students seeking a thorough, accessible account of Rome’s role in shaping the early Christian world.
The Primitive Saints: And the See of Rome
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the relationship between the early Church and the See of Rome. The author argues that the early Church did not recognize the divine supremacy of the Roman pontiff and that communion with the Roman See was not considered a necessary condition of membership in the Catholic Church. The author draws on historical and theological evidence to support their argument, examining the writings of early Church Fathers and the decisions of early Church councils. The book adds to our understanding of the development of papal authority and the nature of the early Church, shedding light on a crucial period in Christian history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331695691_0
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