The Control Of Christianity By The State Under Constantine And His Successors

The Control of Christianity by the State under Constantine and his Successors is a historical book written by Abram Herbert Lewis. The book explores the relationship between the early Christian church and the Roman Empire during the reign of Constantine and his successors. It delves into the political and social factors that led to the establishment of Christianity as the official religion of the Roman Empire and the subsequent control of the church by the state.The author examines the role of Constantine in the development of Christianity, including his conversion to the religion and his efforts to unify the church. The book also explores the ways in which the state sought to control the church, including the appointment of bishops and the use of religious doctrine to support political agendas.Throughout the book, Lewis provides a detailed analysis of the complex relationship between the state and the church during this pivotal period in history. He draws on a wide range of primary sources, including historical documents, theological treatises, and church records, to provide a comprehensive and nuanced account of this important topic.Overall, The Control of Christianity by the State under Constantine and his Successors is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, the Roman Empire, or the intersection of religion and politics. The book provides a rich and insightful exploration of a complex and fascinating period in human history.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Paganism Surviving in Christianity, by Abram Herbert Lewis. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766129543.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.