Stapert draws parallels between the pagan cultures of the early Christian era and our own multicultural realities, enabling readers to comprehend the musical ideas of early Christian thinkers, from Clement and Tertullian to John Chrysostom and Augustine. Staperts expert treatment of the attitudes of the early church toward psalms and hymns on the one hand, and pagan music on the other, is ideal for scholars of early Christianity, church musicians, and all Christians seeking an ancient yet relevant perspective on music in their worship and lives today.
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Stapert draws parallels between the pagan cultures of the early Christian era and our own multicultural realities, enabling readers to comprehend the musical ideas of early Christian thinkers, from Clement and Tertullian to John Chrysostom and Augustine. Staperts expert treatment of the attitudes of the early church toward psalms and hymns on the one hand, and pagan music on the other, is ideal for scholars of early Christianity, church musicians, and all Christians seeking an ancient yet relevant perspective on music in their worship and lives today.
Imprint | William B. Eerdmans |
Country of origin | United States |
Series | Liturgical Studies |
Release date | December 2006 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | December 2006 |
Authors | Calvin R. Stapert |
Dimensions | 227 x 152 x 15mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 232 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-8028-3219-1 |
Barcode | 9780802832191 |
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LSN | 0-8028-3219-9 |