Crucifixion in the Mediterranean World

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Crucifixion in the Mediterranean World

Author	: John Granger Cook
File Size	: 42,8 Mb
Publisher	: Mohr Siebeck
Language	: English
Release Date	: 10 December 2018
ISBN	: 9783161560019
Pages	: 589 pages

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Crucifixion in the Mediterranean World by John Granger Cook Book PDF Summary

John Granger Cook traces the use of the penalty by the Romans until its probable abolition by Constantine. Rabbinic and legal sources are not neglected. The material contributes to the understanding of the crucifixion of Jesus and has implications for the theologies of the cross in the New Testament. Images and photographs are included in this volume.

Crucifixion in the Mediterranean World by John Granger Cook

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Crucifixion in the Mediterranean World by John Granger Cook

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