The Afterlife in Early Christian Carthage

Near-Death Experiences, Ancestor Cult, and the Archaeology of Paradise

Nonfiction, History, Ancient History
Cover of the book The Afterlife in Early Christian Carthage by Stephen E. Potthoff, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Stephen E. Potthoff ISBN: 9781317294061
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: December 1, 2016
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Stephen E. Potthoff
ISBN: 9781317294061
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: December 1, 2016
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

The Afterlife in Early Christian Carthage explores how the visionary experiences of early Christian martyrs shaped and informed early Christian ancestor cult and the construction of the cemetery as paradise. Taking the early Christian cemeteries in Carthage as a case study, the volume broadens our understanding of the historical and cultural origins of the early Christian cult of the saints, and highlights the often divergent views about the dead and post-mortem realms expressed by the church fathers, and in graveside ritual and the material culture of the cemetery. This fascinating study is a key resource for students of late antique and early Christian culture.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

The Afterlife in Early Christian Carthage explores how the visionary experiences of early Christian martyrs shaped and informed early Christian ancestor cult and the construction of the cemetery as paradise. Taking the early Christian cemeteries in Carthage as a case study, the volume broadens our understanding of the historical and cultural origins of the early Christian cult of the saints, and highlights the often divergent views about the dead and post-mortem realms expressed by the church fathers, and in graveside ritual and the material culture of the cemetery. This fascinating study is a key resource for students of late antique and early Christian culture.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book State Health Insurance Market Reform by Stephen E. Potthoff
Cover of the book Sufism and Deconstruction by Stephen E. Potthoff
Cover of the book Forgiveness And Abuse: Jewish And Christian Reflections by Stephen E. Potthoff
Cover of the book Moral Law: Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals by Stephen E. Potthoff
Cover of the book When Ideas Fail by Stephen E. Potthoff
Cover of the book Japan and the Enemies of Open Political Science by Stephen E. Potthoff
Cover of the book Adaptive Cross-scalar Governance of Natural Resources by Stephen E. Potthoff
Cover of the book Brazilian Woodcut Prints by Stephen E. Potthoff
Cover of the book New Buddhist Movements in Thailand by Stephen E. Potthoff
Cover of the book God and Design by Stephen E. Potthoff
Cover of the book University-Linked Retirement Communities by Stephen E. Potthoff
Cover of the book Mobile Learning and Higher Education by Stephen E. Potthoff
Cover of the book Habituation by Stephen E. Potthoff
Cover of the book The School Counselor’s Desk Reference and Credentialing Examination Study Guide by Stephen E. Potthoff
Cover of the book What Do Psychoanalysts Want? by Stephen E. Potthoff
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy