The Book of Acts: Vol. 2, Graeco-Roman Setting: 02 (The Book of Acts in Its First Century Setting) - Softcover

Gill, David W.J.; Gempf, Conrad

 
9780802848475: The Book of Acts: Vol. 2, Graeco-Roman Setting: 02 (The Book of Acts in Its First Century Setting)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0802848478 ISBN 13: 9780802848475
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co., 1994

Synopsis

The Book of Acts in Its Graeco-Roman Setting locates the Book of Acts within various regional and cultural settings in the eastern Mediterranean. These studies draw on recent archaeological fieldwork and epigraphic discoveries to describe the key cities and provinces within the Roman Empire. The relevant societal aspects of these regions, such as the Roman legal system, Roman religion, and the problem of transport and travel, all help contextualize the book of Acts.

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About the Author

David W. J. Gill is professor of archaeological heritage and director of heritage futures at the University of Suffolk.

From the Back Cover

"The Book of Acts in Its Graeco-Roman Setting" locates the Book of Acts within various regional and cultural settings in the eastern Mediterranean. These studies draw on recent archaeological fieldwork and epigraphic discoveries to describe the key cities and provinces within the Roman Empire. The relevant societal aspects of these regions, such as the Roman legal system, Roman religion, and the problem of transport and travel, all help contextualize the Book of Acts.

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Publisher
Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.
Publication date
1994
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0802848478
ISBN 13 
9780802848475
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
643