Publisher's Synopsis
A History of the Church from the Earliest Ages to the Reformation is a comprehensive book written by Reverend George Waddington. The book traces the history of the Christian Church from its earliest beginnings up until the time of the Reformation. The book is divided into several parts, each covering a specific period of time. The first part deals with the origins of Christianity and the early Church, including the spread of Christianity throughout the Roman Empire. The second part covers the rise of the Catholic Church and its dominance in Europe during the Middle Ages. The third part of the book focuses on the various movements that emerged within the Church during the Renaissance, including the Protestant Reformation. The fourth and final part of the book covers the aftermath of the Reformation and the various religious conflicts that arose in Europe during the 16th and 17th centuries. Throughout the book, Reverend Waddington provides a detailed account of the major events and figures that shaped the history of the Church. He also explores the social, political, and cultural factors that influenced the development of Christianity over time. Overall, A History of the Church from the Earliest Ages to the Reformation is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and the Church.1833. Contents Part I: From the times of the Apostles to the accession of Constantine; On the numbers, discipline, doctrine, and morality of the primitive Church; The progress of Christianity from the year 200 A.D. till the accession of Constantine, A.D. 313; Persecutions of several Roman Emperors; On the Heresies of the three first Centuries. Part II. Constantine the Great; The Arian Controversy; The decline and fall of Paganism; From the fall of Paganism to the death of Justinian (348-567); From the death of Justinian to that of Charlemagne (567-814); On the Dissensions of the Church from the age of Constantine to that of Charlemagne; On the Schism between the Greek and Latin Churches; Review of the Ante-Nicene Church. Part III. On the Government and Projects of the Church during the ninth and tenth Centuries; On the Opinions, Literature, and external Fortunes of the Church; and The Life of Gregory VII.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
