This present collection of primary texts reveals the remarkable diversity of the early Christian movement from the time of the New Testament up to the writings of Eusebius (c. 100-300). Including works later deemed both orthodox and heterodox and organized according to historical and social categories (e. g. persecution and marytrdom the rise of anti-Judaism the development of church offices heresy and orthodoxy and the formation of early liturgy) the texts are given inclear and up-to-date English translations each introduced by a concise and informative overview. Packed with clear and compelling information the collection is suitable for anyone - student teacher pastor layperson - interested in the history and literature of Christianity's first threecenturies. Language: English