Property and Riches in the Early Church
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Property and Riches in the Early Church
What should be the Christian attitude toward money and possessions? Have our own possessions left us blind to the utopian vision of the first Christians? Is anything short of a complete renunciation of possessions a compromise with Christian teaching?
In this brief and lucid study, esteemed New Testament scholar and historian Martin Hengel examines the views of property and riches to be found in the teachings of Jesus, the early Christian communities, and the church fathers down to the fourth century. He compares Christian ideals with those to be found in Judaism and ancient philosophy, and sets what was taught alongside what was achieved in practice. A final chapter summarizes the relevance of these findings for Christianity today, and an annotated reading list indicates suggestions for further study.
- Publisher Fortress Press
- Format Paperback
- ISBN 9780800612016
- Dimensions 5.5 x 8.5
- Pages 104
- Publication Date April 7, 1998
Endorsements
"This is a pioneering work, thoughtful and well-documented ... a stimulating and provocative book."
— The Catholic Biblical Quarterly
"This is a good, concise survey of the most important texts from diverse sources on this issue, from Amos to Cyprian."
— Richard A. Horsley, Journal of the American Academy of Religion
"The book is well organized, provokes thought, and suggests further reading.... It is a wonderful introduction to a timely subject in our age."
— Christianity Today