The Origins of Roman Christian Diplomacy

This book illuminates the origins of Roman Christian diplomacy through two case studies: Constantius II's imperial strategy in the Red Sea; and John Chrysostom's ecclesiastical strategy in Gothia and Sasanian Persia. It will appeal to all those interested in Early Christianity and late antique/medieval history.

Autorentext

Walter Stevenson is Associate Professor of Classical Studies at the University of Richmond, USA. His research interests include Early Christianity, Roman history, and ancient literature.

Inhalt

1. Approaching Roman Christian Diplomacy in Context 2. Mission to Himyar and Aksum in Context 3. Constantius' Bishop Management Program 4. Constantius' Bureaucracy Abroad 5. John Chrysostom's Mission to Gothia 6. Marouta of Maiferqat and the Mission to Persia 7. John's Attention to Evolving Collective Religious Identities 8. First Steps toward a New Christian Diplomacy 9. Byzantine Trajectories