Henry Chadwick

From Paul to Valentinus

History & Biography

“This is a learned and enjoyable study of the social history of the Christian community in Rome ... It is not one of those social histories that wishes to substitute social factors for ideas and theologies, but a book which derives its strength from its perceptions of the intimate links between doctrine and life. Dr Lampe knows how to use epigraphic and juristic evidence ... He equally knows his way round the catacombs and the archaeological evidence ... And the freshness of his approach enables him to illuminate familiar texts from the Apostolic Fathers or the Apologists ... Among the most interesting parts of a very good book are the pages on Justin Martyr.”

Pelagius

Theology

“Unquestionably an excellent and important book.”

Psyche, 2 Volumes

World Religions

“'Psyche' remains a classic, and few books can compare with it for insight, depth, and style in its treatment of Greek religion. It throws a flood of light on the religious background of the world in which Christianity first made its way.”