The Blackwell companion to Eastern Christianity
By: edited by Ken Parry.
Contributors: Parry, Kenneth, 1945-
Series: Blackwell companions to religion
Publisher: Blackwell Pub.
Published: 2007
Place of publication: Oxford
Language: eng
Number of pages: 508
ISBN-13: 9780631234234
Subjects: Eastern churches
Other titles: Eastern Christianity.
Description: "Now available in paperback, this Companion offers an unparalleled survey of the history, theology, doctrine, worship, art, culture and politics that make up the churches of Eastern Christianity. Covers both Byzantine traditions (such as the Greek, Russian and Georgian churches) and Oriental traditions (such as the Armenian, Coptic and Syrian churches) Brings together an international team of experts to offer the first book of its kind on the subject of Eastern Christianity Contributes to our understanding of recent political events in the Middle East and Eastern Europe by providing much needed background information. May be used alongside The Blackwell Dictionary of Eastern Christianity (1999) for a complete student resource." -- Publisher's description.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.