Miracles occupied a unique place in medieval and Byzantine life and thought. This volume makes available three collections of miracle tales never before transla

A translation of and philological-historical commentary on an anonymous hagiographical text, which provides insights into faith healing and the treatment of her

Leprosy has afflicted humans for thousands of years. It wasn't until the twelfth century, however, that the dreaded disease entered the collective psyche of Wes

Investigates the political and spiritual agenda behind monumental paintings of Christ's miracles in late Byzantine churches.

This volume represents the first discussion of rewriting in Byzantium. It brings together a rich variety of articles treating hagiographical rewriting from vari