Der Heeresdienst von Christen in der römischen Kaiserzeit Studien zu Tertullian, Clemens und Origenes
This study examines the attitude of three important pre-Constantinian Church authors on the issue of military service by Christians. During their era, there were growing numbers of Christians in the army, and discussions began in their communities as to whether this was consistent with Christian bel...
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| Format: | Electronic Book Chapter |
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Berlin/Boston
De Gruyter
2021
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| Series: | Millennium-Studien / Millennium Studies
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| Online Access: | OAPEN Library: download the publication OAPEN Library: description of the publication |
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| Summary: | This study examines the attitude of three important pre-Constantinian Church authors on the issue of military service by Christians. During their era, there were growing numbers of Christians in the army, and discussions began in their communities as to whether this was consistent with Christian beliefs. Many positions and arguments emerged. At the same time, the study shows how Christianity struggled to find its position within the Roman Empire. |
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| Physical Description: | 1 electronic resource (422 p.) |
| ISBN: | 9783110714357 9783110714265 9783110714395 |
| Access: | Open Access |