The Ecclesiastical History

The Ecclesiastical History is a book written by Scholasticus, also known as Socrates, a Christian historian who lived in the 5th century AD. The book is a detailed account of the early Christian Church, from the time of Christ to the early 5th century. It covers the development of the Church, the lives of the saints, the rise of heresies, and the political and social context in which the Church existed. The book is divided into seven books, which cover different periods of Church history. The first book covers the life of Jesus Christ and the apostles, while the second book covers the period from the apostolic age to the reign of Constantine the Great. The third book covers the reign of Constantine and the Council of Nicaea, while the fourth book covers the Arian controversy and the reigns of Constantius and Julian. The fifth book covers the reign of Valentinian and the rise of the Nestorian heresy, while the sixth book covers the reign of Theodosius and the rise of the Pelagian heresy. The final book covers the reign of Honorius and the sack of Rome by the Visigoths. The Ecclesiastical History is an important source for the early history of Christianity, as it provides valuable information about the Church's development, the lives of the saints, and the political and social context in which the Church existed. It is also an important source for the history of the Roman Empire, as it covers the reigns of many Roman emperors and provides insight into the political and social issues of the time. Overall, The Ecclesiastical History is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and the Roman Empire.This is the version by SOCRATES SCHOLASTICUS, considered the more accurate.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.