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Christianity

A Global History
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When Columbus sailed to the New World in 1492, Christianity was almost entirely European, Since that time, missionary work and colonial activities have completely altered the religious face of Russia, Africa, Asia and the Pacific, and today almost one-third of the world's population claims to be Christian. In this view of Christianity, David Chidester examines the key doctrines and developments of this now global religion. He traces the origins of Christianity and moves through historical transitions of the mediaeval and Byzantine eras to the challenge of 21st century consumerism that bring the story up to the present day. Giving personal histories of important philosophers, mystics, saints and visionaries from Justin and Augustine to Gandhi and Martin Luther King, this wide-ranging work explores the ideas that have inspired Christians of all races and sects through two millennia of Christian belief.

Author Biography:

DAVID CHIDESTER is Professor of Comparative Religion at the University of Cape Town. He is the author of many award-winning books (American Academy of Religion Award for Excellence) on Christianity and Comparative Religion.
Release date Australia
April 5th, 2001
Audience
  • General (US: Trade)
Pages
704
Dimensions
129x198x42
ISBN-13
9780140257113
Product ID
1710834

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