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From the Ancient Near East to Christian Byzantium

Name: From the Ancient Near East to Christian Byzantium
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Book Synopsis: This book combines concepts from the history of religions with Byzantine studies in its assessments of kings, symbols, and cities in a diachronic and cross-cultural analysis. The work attests, firstly, that the symbolic art and architecture of ancient cities—commissioned by their monarchs expressing their relationship with their gods—show us that religiosity was inherent to such enterprises. It also demonstrates that what transpired from the first cities in history to Byzantine Christendom is the gradual replacement of the pagan ruler cult—which was inherent to city-building in antiquity—with the ruler becoming subordinate to Christ; exemplified by representations of the latter as the ‘Master of All’ (Pantokrator). Beginning in Mesopotamia, the book continues with an analysis of city-building by rulers in Egypt, Greece, and Rome, before addressing Judaism (specifically, the city of Jerusalem) and Christianity as shifting the emphasis away from pagan gods and rulers to monotheistic perceptions of God as elevated above worldly kings. It concludes with an assessment of Christian Rome and Constantinople as typifying the evolution from the ancient and classical world to Christendom.

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Unlock the secrets of ancient civilizations with our captivating book, "From the Ancient Near East to Christian Byzantium." This groundbreaking work unravels the history of religions and delves into the world of Byzantine studies. 📚

Immerse yourself in the diachronic and cross-cultural analysis that showcases the profound connection between kings, symbols, and cities. Unearth the hidden religiosity behind magnificent ancient cities, where monarchs expressed their divine relationships through symbolic art and architecture. 🏛️

Discover the fascinating transition from the pagan ruler cult to the advent of Christianity. Witness how rulers, from the earliest cities in history to the era of Byzantine Christendom, gradually became subordinate to Christ. Experience the awe-inspiring representation of Christ as the 'Master of All' (Pantokrator) in this enthralling journey. 🌟

Embark on a grand exploration, beginning in the ancient lands of Mesopotamia, then venturing through the city-building endeavors of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman rulers. Delve into the significance of Jerusalem in Judaism and witness how Christianity shifted the focus from pagan deities and earthly kings to a singular monotheistic perception of God. 🌍

As the book draws to a close, immerse yourself in the magnificence of Christian Rome and Constantinople, two prime examples of the transition from the ancient and classical world to the vast expanse of Christendom. Witness the evolution of civilizations and the profound impact religion had on shaping their histories. 🏰

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