List of Roman emperors -- List of rulers of Judaea -- Historical overview -- Jews and Christians : the dynasty of Herod the Great -- Romans and Christians : Constantine's Christian monotheism -- Christians and Christians : Pope Damasus and the Christianization of Rome -- Pagans and Christians : the altar of victory -- Conclusion : the Christian church through the centuries--conflict and accommodation
Summary
From its beginnings as a Jewish sect to its position as the official religion of ancient Rome, early Christianity is covered in detail in this exciting introductory reference volume
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 189-201) and index
