The first three centuries of the early church were a period of struggle, transition and growth. Recent attempts by historians and social scientists to understand this era have produced various and conflicting accounts. Indeed, some have sought to overturn the former consensus regarding which texts provide reliable evidence and how they should be interpreted. InThe First Christian Centuries, Paul McKechnie, a classical scholar, examines some key issues in the current debate.
Which ancient sources are reliable?
What was the social makeup of the early Christian...
The first three centuries of the early church were a period of struggle, transition and growth. Recent attempts by historians and social scientists to...
