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The Cult of Saint Thecla: A Tradition of Women's Piety in Late Antiquity (Oxford Early Christian Studies)
The Cult of Saint Thecla A Tradition of Women's Piety in Late Antiquity - Oxford Early Christian Studies
Author: Stephen J. Davis
Thecla, a disciple of the apostle Paul, became perhaps the most celebrated female saint and "martyr" among Christians in late antiquity. In the early church, Thecla's example was associated with the piety of women -- in particular, with women's ministry and travel. Devotion to Saint Thecla quickly spread throughout the Mediterranean world: her i...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780199548712
ISBN-10: 0199548714
Publication Date: 11/15/2008
Pages: 304
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Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Book Type: Paperback
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