Christianity in the Land of the Pharaohs The Coptic Orthodox Church

Name: Christianity in the Land of the Pharaohs The Coptic Orthodox Church
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ISBN: 9780415242530

ISBN-10: 0415242533

ISBN-13: 9780415242530

Edition: 2002

Authors: Jill Kamil

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Lavishly illustrated with over 120 photographs, drawings and maps, this volume offers an insight into the world of the Copts, the indigenous Christians of Egypt.

Book details

List price: $170.00
Copyright year: 2002
Publisher: Routledge
Publication date: 9/5/2002
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 336
Size: 6.30" wide x 9.45" long x 0.87" tall
Weight: 1.848
Language: English




Worship of the Holy Virgin and the Holy Family in Egypt



Desert Fathers Ancient and Modern



Oppression and Faith under Roman Rule



Knowledge versus Faith



Martyrs and Pachomian Monasticism



The War against Paganism and Christian Reflection of its Art



Conversion, Controversy and National Identity



Coptic Christianity Develops its Own Style



Change and Continuity under Islam



Restoration and Revival Epilogue


Glossary


Bibliography


Appendix - Saints and Martyrs