The First Urban Churches 7: Thessalonica

By Harrison

Book Overview

The First Urban Churches 7 includes essays focused on the development of early Christianity from the mid-first century through the sixth century CE in the ancient Macedonian city of Thessalonica. An international group of contributors trace the emergence of Thessalonica's house churches through a close study of the archaeological remains, inscriptions, coins, iconography, and Paul's two letters to the Thessalonians. After a detailed introduction to the city, topics discussed include the Roman emperor's divine honors, his propaganda as revealed in Thessalonian coins and inscriptions, Thessalonian family bonds, Paul's apostolic self-image, the role of music at Thessalonica and in early Christianity, and Paul's response to the Thessalonian Jewish community.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1628374446
• ISBN13: 9781628374445
• Release Date: November 2022
• Publisher: SBL Press
• Length: 398 Pages
• Weight: 1.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"