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Salvation At Stake: Christian Martyrdom In Early Modern Europe (Harvard Historical Studies),Used
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Thousands Of Men And Women Were Executed For Incompatible Religious Views In Sixteenthcentury Europe. The Meaning And Significance Of Those Deaths Are Studied Here Comparatively For The First Time, Providing A Compelling Argument For The Importance Of Martyrdom As Both A Window Onto Religious Sensibilities And A Crucial Component In The Formation Of Divergent Christian Traditions And Identities.Brad S. Gregory Explores Protestant, Catholic, And Anabaptist Martyrs In A Sustained Fashion, Addressing The Similarities And Differences In Their Selfunderstanding. He Traces The Processes And Impact Of Their Memorialization By Cobelievers, And He Reconstructs The Arguments Of The Ecclesiastical And Civil Authorities Responsible For Their Deaths. In Addition, He Assesses The Controversy Over The Meaning Of Executions For Competing Views Of Christian Truth, And The Intractable Dispute Over The Distinction Between True And False Martyrs. He Employs A Wide Range Of Sources, Including Pamphlets, Martyrologies, Theological And Devotional Treatises, Sermons, Songs, Woodcuts And Engravings, Correspondence, And Legal Records. Reconstructing Religious Motivation, Conviction, And Behavior In Early Modern Europe, Gregory Shows Us The Shifting Perspectives Of Authorities Willing To Kill, Martyrs Willing To Die, Martyrologists Eager To Memorialize, And Controversialists Keen To Dispute.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Salvation at Stake'? A: The book examines Christian martyrdom in early modern Europe, analyzing the executions of individuals for their religious beliefs and their significance in shaping divergent Christian traditions.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Salvation at Stake'? A: The author is Brad S. Gregory, a scholar who explores the themes of martyrdom, religious sensibilities, and the historical impact of executions.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in this book? A: Key themes include the self-understanding of Protestant, Catholic, and Anabaptist martyrs, the processes of memorialization, and the controversies surrounding the meanings of martyrdom.
- Q: What type of sources does Gregory use to support his arguments? A: Gregory employs a diverse range of sources, including pamphlets, martyrologies, theological treatises, sermons, songs, woodcuts, engravings, and legal records.
- Q: How many pages does 'Salvation at Stake' have? A: The book has a total of 544 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Salvation at Stake'? A: The book was published on November 15, 2001.
- Q: Is 'Salvation at Stake' available in different formats? A: Yes, the book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: What makes 'Salvation at Stake' a significant read? A: It provides a comparative study of martyrdom that sheds light on early modern religious conflicts and the formation of Christian identities.
- Q: Can this book be useful for students of history? A: Yes, it is a valuable resource for students and scholars interested in religious history, martyrdom, and early modern Europe.