{"product_id":"early-christian-martyr-stories-9780801049583","title":"Early Christian Martyr Stories","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePersonal narratives are powerful instruments for teaching, both for conveying information and for forming character. The martyrdom accounts preserved in the literature of early Christianity are especially intense and dramatic. However, these narratives are not readily available and are often written in intimidating prose, making them largely inaccessible for the average reader. This introductory text brings together key early Christian martyrdom stories in a single volume, offering new, easy-to-read translations and expert commentary. An introduction and explanatory notes accompany each translation. The book not only provides a vivid window into the world of early Christianity but also offers spiritual encouragement and inspiration for Christian life today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eContents\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003e1. The Maccabean Martyrs: \u003ci\u003eWitnesses for God before Christ\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e2. Peter and Paul: \u003ci\u003eApostolic Proto-Martyrs\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e3. Ignatius of Antioch: \u003ci\u003eFinal Journey to Christ\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e4. Polycarp of Smyrna: \u003ci\u003eA Gospel Passion\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e5. Justin Martyr: \u003ci\u003eApologetics at the Ultimate Price\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e6. The Martyrs of Lyons and Vienne: \u003ci\u003eA Crown of Many Flowers\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e7. The Scillitan Martyrs: \u003ci\u003eAfrica Takes Its Stand\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e8. Perpetua and Felicity: \u003ci\u003eHeroines of Faith\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e9. Tertullian: \u003ci\u003e\"The Blood of Christians Is Seed\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e10. Origen of Alexandria: \u003ci\u003eA Theology of Martyrdom\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e11. The Great Persecution: \u003ci\u003eThe Church's Hour of Fiery Testing\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e12. The Peace of Constantine: \u003ci\u003eAn Empire Conquered by the Cross\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e13. Augustine of Hippo: \u003ci\u003eHonoring the Martyrs' Memory\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eEpilogue: \u003ci\u003eThe Meaning of the Martyrs\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eIndex","brand":"Baker Publishing Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48738470756695,"sku":"9780801049583","price":17.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780801049583.jpg?v=1720048657","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/early-christian-martyr-stories-9780801049583","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}