Ascetic eucharists: food and drink in early christian ritual meals
Auteur :
McGowan, Andrew
Éditeur :
Oxford University Press
ISBN :
9780198269724
Date de publication :
20 mai 1999
Dimensions :
22,4 x 14,4 x 2,2 cm
Poids :
502 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
The early Eucharist has been seen as sacramental eating of token bread and wine in imitation of Jesus. This text suggests diversity in its conduct, including the early use of foods. It describes and discusses these practices, providing an insight into the history of early Christianity