Ancient traditions of the virgin mary's dormition and assumption
Auteur :
Shoemaker, Stephen J.
Éditeur :
Oxford University Press
ISBN :
9780199250752
Date de publication :
16 janv. 2003
Dimensions :
22,3 x 14,6 x 2,9 cm
Poids :
656 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
The ancient Dormition and Assumption traditions are the earliest accounts of the Virgin Mary's departure from this life. They first developed in the eastern Mediterranean during the early Christian period. This book presents a systematic study of these traditions and it is intended as an introduction to the earliest traditions.