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100 1 _aLanciani, Rodolfo Amedeo,
_d1847-1929
245 1 0 _aPagan and Christian Rome
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2007-07-26
508 _aProduced by Juliet Sutherland, Hillie Plantinga and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Pagan and Christian Rome" by Rodolfo Amedeo Lanciani is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the cultural and religious transformation of Rome from paganism to Christianity, discussing significant changes in architecture, customs, and societal attitudes towards faith. The book delves into the intricate interplay between the remnants of pagan traditions and the burgeoning Christian beliefs that shaped the ancient city. The opening of the book presents a discussion on the early adoption of Christianity among various social classes in Rome, challenging the notion that it was solely a religion for the poor. Lanciani cites examples of Roman nobles and even public officials who embraced the new faith, highlighting how early Christians navigated their beliefs in a predominantly pagan society. The chapter describes the gradual transformation of the city, the influences of notable Christian families, and the repurposing of pagan sites for Christian uses. By intertwining archaeological discoveries with ancient historical accounts, the author sets the stage for a deeper exploration of how Rome evolved during this pivotal period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aChristian antiquities -- Italy -- Rome
653 _aRome (Italy) -- Antiquities
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22153
999 _c63297
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