Ramsay William M.: The church in the Roman empire before A.D. 170

William M. Ramsay: The church in the Roman empire before A.D. 170
(the book is in English)

The Church of the Roman Empire before 170 is a historical book written by William M. Ramsay. The book provides a comprehensive account of the early Christian church during the Roman Empire before 170 AD. Explores the development of Christianity in the context of the Roman Empire, including the social, political and religious factors that influenced its growth. 

Ramsay examines the origins of the Christian church, the spread of Christianity throughout the Roman Empire, and the challenges faced by early Christians. He also discusses the role of key figures in the early Christian church, such as Paul and Peter, and the influence of their teachings on the development of Christian doctrine. 
Throughout the book, Ramsay draws on a wide range of sources, including early Christian texts, Roman historical records, and archaeological evidence. It provides a detailed analysis of the social and cultural context of the early Christian church and how it affected the wider Roman society. Overall, The Church of the Roman Empire Before 170 AD is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of early Christianity and the Roman Empire. It provides a detailed and insightful account of the origins and development of the Christian church during this important period in history. 1892. With maps and illustrations. 

The work originates from a series of lectures given at Mansfield College by Ramsay, archaeologist and New Testament scholar. 

Content: 

I. part. 
The earliest phase: Sv. Paul in Asia Minor: General: Locations of the First Journey; 
The first journey as a narrative about a journey; 
Second journey; 
The third journey; 
The Epistle to the Galatians; 
St. Paul in Ephesus; 
The original authority for the travels of St. Pavla:
Value and text. 

II. part. 64-170. Year: Lectures at Mansfield College, Oxford, May and June 1892:
Subject and Method; 
Pliny's report and Trajan's rescript; 
Nero's action towards Christians; 
Flavi's policy towards the Church; 
Christian authorities for the Flavian period; 
Politics of Hadrian, Pius and Mark; 
Cause and extent of persecution; 
Acts of Paul and Thecla; 
Church from 120 to 170 AD; 
Glicerije the deacon; 
Miracle in Honaj.