Christianity: The Basics

<p><em>Christianity: The Basics</em> is a compelling introduction to both the central pillars of the Christian faith and the rich and varied history of this most global of global religions. This book traces the development of Christianity through an exploration of some of the key beliefs, practices and emotions which have been recurrent symbols through the centuries:</p><ul> <li>Christ, the kingdom of heaven and sin</li> <li>Baptism, Eucharist and prayer</li> <li>Joy, divine union and self denial</li> </ul><p>Encompassing the major epochs of Christian history and examining the unity and divisions created by these symbols, <em>Christianity: The Basics</em> is both a concise and comprehensive introduction to the Christian tradition.</p> <p>1. Christian Origins 2. Classic institutions 3. Medieval Synthesis 4. The Reformation and Counter-Reformation 5. Modernity and the Present.</p>