The rise of Christianity / Nardo, Don

This book examines the early rise of the Christian religion, from its humble beginnings in Palestine in the first century A.D. to its triumph as the dominant faith of Europe in the early Middle Ages.

Discusses the rise of Christianity including the Christian revolution and Rome; Christianity's Roman setting and Jewish roots; Jesus, Paul, and the birth of a new faith; the growth and struggles of the early church; Constantine's revolution and Christianity's triumph; Christian thinkers transform the faith and society; and the Christianization of Europe.

Examines the beginnings of the Christian Church, its growth and spread, its problems, and its triumphs.