Crucifixion in the Mediterranean World

Crucifixion in the Mediterranean World
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Publisher : Mohr Siebeck
Total Pages : 589
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ISBN-13 : 9783161560019
ISBN-10 : 3161560019
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Download or read book Crucifixion in the Mediterranean World written by John Granger Cook and published by Mohr Siebeck. This book was released on 2018-12-10 with total page 589 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.


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