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Jesus Wars: How Four Patriarchs, Three Queens, And Two Emperors Decided What Christians Would Believe For The Next 1,500 Years
Jesus Wars: How Four Patriarchs, Three Queens, And Two Emperors Decided What Christians Would Believe For The Next 1,500 Years
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In this fascinating account of the surprisingly violent fifth-century church, Philip Jenkins describes how political maneuvers by a handful of powerful characters shaped Christian doctrine. Were it not for these battles, today’s church could be teaching something very different about the nature of Jesus, and the papacy as we know it would never have come into existence. Jesus Wars reveals the profound implications of what amounts to an accident of history: that one faction of Roman emperors and militia-wielding bishops defeated another.
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One Line Summary
Power struggles that shaped Christian doctrine forever.
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Who is this book for?
If you're interested in how history, politics, and religion intertwine, Jesus Wars offers a riveting look at the fierce battles that decided core Christian beliefs. It’s a vivid narrative that makes you see that the doctrines we accept today were once fiercely contested and fought over. This book is perfect for those curious about the hidden history behind religious history and the power plays that shaped the faith.