Der Kaiser und sein Gott
Overview & Synopsis
In his reconstruction of the process and motivation of Constantine`s adoption of Christianity, the author proposes a number of new individual aspects. He commences with an analysis of theearliest testimonials bythe Emperor himself after his conversion, his massive moral and material support for the Christian clergy and ecclesiastic communities, andConstantine`srole as the first ruler of all Christendom up to his death in 337. Finally, it is shown that the Emperor wanted to suppress non-Christian religions and make Christianity the sole religion of the Empire and all humanity.
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Document Information
| Document Title | Der Kaiser und sein Gott |
|---|---|
| Author / Organization | Girardet, Klaus M. |
| Subject & Discipline | Constantine the Great |
| Categories | Humanities & Social Sciences |
| Publication Year | 2021 |
| License / Rights | Open Access / Creative Commons |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
OAPEN Library
(www.oapen.org)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-51164 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on www.oapen.org » |