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Jortin, John

 
9781330519967: Remarks on Ecclesiastical History, Vol. 3 of 3 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore how the medieval church kept unity and learning amid upheaval. This volume shows how doctrine, councils, and education shaped the church over centuries.



It surveys the long arc from the early church through the high middle ages, explaining how scholars and bishops preserved Christian learning and tradition. It also examines Rome’s central role and how rising claims of papal power transformed ecclesiastical governance across Europe.



The book ties together the threads of doctrine, church law, and the daily life of monks and priests, offering a clear picture of a church striving to hold together faith and order.




  • How bishops and councils maintained doctrine and discipline despite leadership failures.

  • The transmission of learning through cathedral and monastic schools, and how education spread.

  • How church authority and governance evolved, including debates about papal power.

  • Context for major events, reforms, and the interplay between spiritual and temporal authority.



Ideal for readers seeking a concise, source-based overview of medieval ecclesiastical history.

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