The Agape And The Eucharist In The Early Church: Studies In The History Of The Christian Love-Feasts Hardback - 2010

The book titled ""The Agape And The Eucharist In The Early Church: Studies In The History Of The Christian Love-Feasts"" by J. F. Keating is a comprehensive study of the early Christian practices of the Agape (Christian love-feasts) and the Eucharist. The author examines the historical and theological significance of these practices in the early Christian church, tracing their origins and development from the first century to the fourth century CE.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the Agape and the second part on the Eucharist. In the first part, the author explores the origins of the Agape, its relationship to the Eucharist, and its role in the early Christian community. He also examines the controversies surrounding the Agape and its eventual decline in popularity.In the second part, the author delves into the origins and development of the Eucharist, its theological significance, and its role in the early Christian church. He also explores the controversies surrounding the Eucharist, including debates over its nature and the use of wine and bread.Throughout the book, the author draws on a wide range of primary sources, including early Christian writings, archaeological evidence, and historical records. He also provides extensive footnotes and bibliography for further reading and research.Overall, ""The Agape And The Eucharist In The Early Church: Studies In The History Of The Christian Love-Feasts"" is a valuable resource for scholars and students of early Christian history and theology, as well as anyone interested in the historical origins of Christian practices and beliefs.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.