Epiphanius of Cyprus

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A Cultural Biography of Late Antiquity

By Andrew S. Jacobs

Series: Christianity in Late Antiquity

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Epiphanius of Cyprus by Andrew S. Jacobs explores the religious and historical life of Epiphanius, a significant figure in early Christianity. The biography delves into his roles as a bishop and his theological stances during challenging ecclesiastical times, offering insight into his lasting influence and the controversies he faced. Andrew S. Jacobs provides a detailed look at Epiphanius’s legacy and the broader context of the era, making it a fascinating read for those interested in early Christian history.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by early Christianity and are keen on exploring the life and impact of a significant bishop whose work influenced theological developments. It may also appeal to you if you have an interest in the intersection of history and religion, and appreciate detailed historical narratives that illuminate the challenges of early church leaders.

Epiphanius of Cyprus

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Epiphanius, Bishop of Constantia on Cyprus from 367 to 403 CE, was incredibly influential in the last decades of the fourth century. Whereas his major surviving text—the Panarion, an encyclopedia of heresies—is studied for lost sources, Epiphanius himself is often dismissed as an anti-intellectual eccentric, a marginal figure of late antiquity.

In this book, Andrew S. Jacobs moves Epiphanius from the margin back toward the centre and proposes we view major cultural themes of late antiquity in a new light altogether. Through an examination of the key cultural concepts of celebrity, conversion, discipline, scripture, and salvation, Jacobs shifts our understanding of late antiquity from a transformational period open to new ideas and peoples toward a Christian Empire that posited a troubling, but ever-present, otherness at the centre of its cultural production.

Series: Christianity in Late Antiquity

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Epiphanius of Cyprus by Andrew S. Jacobs is praised for its insightful cultural biography of a significant yet often misunderstood figure in ancient Christianity. Reviewers commend Jacobs for his ingenious and analytical approach, offering a sophisticated and compelling narrative that places Epiphanius at the heart of late antiquity. The book is described as a valuable and readable contribution to scholarship, recommended for scholars interested in fourth-century Christianity.

Book Details

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ISBN: 9780520385702

Publisher: University of California Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 September 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: University of California Press

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 499g

Pages: 350

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Ancient & Classical History Andrew S. Jacobs Biography & Memoir History & Military Non-Fiction Religion & Spirituality Royalty & Religion Biographies Series: Christianity in Late Antiquity

About the Author

Andrew S. Jacobs is Senior Fellow at the Center for the Study of World Religions at Harvard Divinity School. He is the author of Remains of the Jews: The Holy Land and Christian Empire in Late Antiquity and Christ Circumcised: A Study in Early Christian History and Difference.