Ancient Traditions of the Virgin Mary's Dormition and Assumption
Author | : Stephen J. Shoemaker |
Publisher | : Oxford Early Christian Studies |
Total Pages | : 477 |
Release | : 2002 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780199250752 |
ISBN-13 | : 0199250758 |
Rating | : 4/5 (52 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Ancient Traditions of the Virgin Mary's Dormition and Assumption by : Stephen J. Shoemaker
Download or read book Ancient Traditions of the Virgin Mary's Dormition and Assumption written by Stephen J. Shoemaker and published by Oxford Early Christian Studies. This book was released on 2002 with total page 477 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.