Routledge Transformations of Religious Practices in Late Antiquity

Explore the shifting landscape of religious life through this scholarly collection from Routledge. Transformations of Religious Practices in Late Antiquity examines the evolution of religious customs between the third and fifth centuries within the Western Roman Empire. This volume provides a deep look at the processes and interactions that shaped these eras, moving beyond traditional social roles to offer a fresh perspective on historical actors. Included in this Variorum Collected Studies volume are eighteen significant papers, fifteen of which are being released in English for the first time. A primary focus of the research involves the sermons and letters of Augustine of Hippo. These texts serve as vital evidence for researchers looking to balance the clerical perspective often found in historical studies. This book is an essential resource for students and academics studying the social and religious transformations of the late Roman period.