Early Judaeo-Christianity

Early Judaeo-Christianity

By S. C. Mimouni

Book Description

Scholar S. C. Mimouni presents a decade of meticulous research exploring one of history's most pivotal spiritual transformations. This comprehensive study examines the gradual emergence of Christianity as a distinct religious path, separate from its Jewish origins.

Drawing from historical sources rather than theological interpretations, Mimouni investigates the complex process through which early followers of Jesus evolved their spiritual identity. The work addresses fundamental questions that continue to resonate with seekers today: How do religious communities define themselves in relation to their origins? What forces drive spiritual movements to establish independent identities?

Through careful analysis of ancient sources, the author traces the delicate transition period when Jesus's disciples began to see themselves as neither Jewish nor pagan, but as something entirely new. This transformation didn't happen overnight but unfolded through a series of historical developments that shaped the spiritual landscape of the ancient world.

For readers interested in understanding how religious traditions develop and differentiate themselves, this scholarly exploration offers valuable insights into the dynamics of spiritual evolution. Mimouni's approach emphasizes historical methodology over theological doctrine, providing a framework for examining how communities navigate the tension between honoring their roots and forging new spiritual paths.

The book serves as both historical investigation and reflection on the nature of religious identity formation.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~13 hours)

📄 Length: 461 pages

What You'll Discover

  • ✓ Explore Sources
  • ✓ Explore Christianity and other religions
  • ✓ Explore Church history
  • ✓ Explore Judaism, relations, christianity
  • ✓ Explore Origin
  • ✓ Explore Christianity
  • ✓ Explore Christianity and other religions, judaism
  • ✓ Explore History

Topics Covered

Sources Christianity and other religions Church history Judaism, relations, christianity Origin Christianity Christianity and other religions, judaism History Relations Judenchristentum Judaism Urchristentum Jewish Christians Judaism, history, post-exilic period, 586 b.c.-210 a.d.

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