The Origins of Roman Christian Diplomacy: Constantius II and John Chrysostom as

Description: The Origins of Roman Christian Diplomacy by Walter Stevenson This book illuminates the origins of Roman Christian diplomacy through two case studies: Constantius IIs imperial strategy in the Red Sea; and John Chrysostoms ecclesiastical strategy in Gothia and Sasanian Persia. It will appeal to all those interested in Early Christianity and late antique/medieval history. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This book illuminates the origins of Roman Christian diplomacy through two case studies: Constantius IIs imperial strategy in the Red Sea; and John Chrysostoms ecclesiastical strategy in Gothia and Sasanian Persia. Both men have enjoyed a strong narrative tradition: Constantius as a persecuting, theological fanatic, and Chrysostom as a stubborn, naïve reformer. Yet this tradition has often masked their remarkable innovations. As part of his strategy for conquest, Constantius was forced to focus on Alexandria, demonstrating a carefully orchestrated campaign along the principal eastern trade route. Meanwhile, whilst John Chrysostom s preaching and social reform have garnered extensive discussion, his late sermons and letters composed in exile reveal an ambitious program to establish church structures outside imperial state control.The book demonstrates that these two pioneers innovated a diplomacy that utilised Christianity as a tool for forging alliances with external peoples; a procedure that would later become central to Byzantine statecraft. It will appeal to all those interested in Early Christianity and late antique/medieval history. Author Biography Walter Stevenson is Associate Professor of Classical Studies at the University of Richmond, USA. His research interests include Early Christianity, Roman history, and ancient literature. Table of Contents 1. Approaching Roman Christian Diplomacy in Context 2. Mission to Himyar and Aksum in Context 3. Constantius Bishop Management Program 4. Constantius Bureaucracy Abroad 5. John Chrysostoms Mission to Gothia 6. Marouta of Maiferqat and the Mission to Persia 7. Johns Attention to Evolving Collective Religious Identities 8. First Steps toward a New Christian Diplomacy 9. Byzantine Trajectories Long Description This study illuminates the origins of what we might call Roman Christian diplomacy in two case studies: as imperial strategy in Constantius IIs efforts in the Red Sea; and second, as ecclesiastical strategy in John Chrysostoms evangelistic efforts in Gothia and Sasanian Persia. Both innovators have enjoyed a strong narrative tradition, Constantius as a persecuting, theological fanatic and Chrysostom as stubborn, na Details ISBN1138219460 Author Walter Stevenson Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd ISBN-10 1138219460 ISBN-13 9781138219465 Format Hardcover Imprint Routledge Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Affiliation University of Richmond DEWEY 937.08 Short Title The Origins of Roman Christian Diplomacy Language English UK Release Date 2020-11-24 Pages 204 Year 2020 Publication Date 2020-11-24 AU Release Date 2020-11-24 NZ Release Date 2020-11-24 Subtitle Constantius II and John Chrysostom as Innovators Alternative 9780367619664 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:134855522;

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