Christ and Civilization (Classic Reprint): A Survey of the Influence of the Christian Religion Upon the Course of Civilization - Couverture souple

John Brown Paton

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1330563905 ISBN 13 : 9781330563908

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A clear, accessible account of how Christian institutions shaped education, law, and social life across centuries.

Faith and Foundations examines the long influence of the Christian Church on the making of schools, laws, and communities. It traces how medieval learning began in monasteries, moved to cathedral schools, and eventually helped give rise to grammar schools and universities. The book explores how Christian ideas guided social life, charity, and governance, and how rulers, reformers, and missionaries contributed to a broad transformation of society.

Drawing on a wide range of historical periods, the work shows that the Church was a central force in education, in shaping public life, and in the spread of ideas that influenced law, morality, and public policy. It also addresses debates about religion’s role in civilization and the complex ways faith and culture intersect in history.

• How early Christian communities built education through churches and schools
• The transition from monastery schools to universities and beyond
• Christian influence on social life, charity, and political institutions
• Religious reform, education, and governance across centuries

Ideal for readers of church history, education history, and the social impact of religion.

John Brown Paton, Faith and Foundations: How Christian institutions shaped education, law, and social life across centuries

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1330563905
• ISBN 13: 9781330563908
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 560
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