Death in the Name of God
Wiley-Blackwell (Verlag)
978-1-394-25292-3 (ISBN)
Martyrdom has long been a defining concept in religious traditions, shaping the identities of faith communities and influencing theological thought across centuries. Death in the Name of God: Martyrs and Martyrdom traces the historical development of this powerful idea within Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, examining how cultural, social, and political contexts have influenced evolving interpretations of martyrdom. Through a multidisciplinary lens, noted scholar Rebecca I. Denova provides a comprehensive analysis of how each tradition adapted and redefined martyrdom in response to changing historical circumstances. By offering historical depth and critical examination, the author helps readers understand how martyrdom has been utilized to define faith, legitimacy, and religious authority in different eras.
An accessible yet rigorous study of the roots and transformations of martyrdom, Death in the Name of God features detailed historical context, primary source discussions, and thematic analyses. The book's three-tiered methodological framework—descriptive, comparative, and critical—guides readers through the role of martyrdom in shaping religious belief systems, including its origins in ancient traditions, its role in theological and political developments, and its continued significance in modern religious and social discourse.
An essential resource for understanding the enduring impact of martyrdom in Western religious thought, Death in the Name of God:
Provides a multidisciplinary analysis of martyrdom through history, incorporating anthropology, sociology, philosophy, and religious studies
Explores how martyrdom developed in response to shifting historical and cultural contexts
Features sections that offer deeper insight into key topics such as the evolution of Satan and distinctions in martyrdom between Sunni and Shi′a Islam
Examines how martyrdom transitioned from an act of deliberate sacrifice to a modern concept of victimhood and social struggle
Includes timelines, figures, and archaeological findings to provide visual and historical context
Offering a non-theological, academic perspective that fosters objective discussion on a historically and politically charged topic, Death in the Name of God: Martyrs and Martyrdom is perfect for courses in Religious Studies, History, Theology, and Middle Eastern Studies. It is particularly well-suited for degree programs in the liberal arts and social sciences, offering foundational knowledge for courses on the history of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, as well as broader discussions on religious violence and martyrdom in contemporary society.
REBECCA I. DENOVA is Emeritus Instructor in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Pittsburgh, where she taught for over thirty years. Specializing in the religions of the ancient Mediterranean, she has published extensively on early Christianity, ancient Judaism, and Greco-Roman religious traditions. Her works include Greek and Roman Religions and The Origins of Christianity and the New Testament.
Preface vii
I Shared Concepts of Culture and Religion 1
II the Origins of Concepts of the Afterlife/funeral Rituals 20
III the Traditions of Judaism 39
Excursus I The Origins and Evolution of Satan 65
IV Greco- Roman Concepts of the Noble Death and the Afterlife 73
V the Maccabee Revolt 99
VI the Letters of Paul 118
VII the Story of Jesus of Nazareth in the Gospels 139
The Acts of the Apostles: The Inclusion of Gentiles and Persecution 158
The Imperial Cult and Life and Death in the Roman Arenas 178
Institutional Development and Hierarchy of the Christian Churches 199
XI the Invention of Orthodoxy and Heresy 220
XII Christian Martyrs 231
XIII Martyrdom in Judaism: the Rabbinic Tradition 253
XIV The Christianization of the Roman Empire 264
XV Monasticism and the Cult of the Saints 281
XVI Augustine and the Western Tradition 297
XVII The Emergence of Islam 313
Excursus II Martyrdom in Sunni Islam and Shi’a Islam 335
XVIII Martyrdom in the Middle Ages 341
XIX The Protestant Reformation 364
XX Modern Martyrdom 380
Glossary 412
Index 439
| Erscheinungsdatum | 24.07.2025 |
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| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 178 x 252 mm |
| Gewicht | 816 g |
| Themenwelt | Geschichte ► Teilgebiete der Geschichte ► Religionsgeschichte |
| Religion / Theologie ► Christentum ► Kirchengeschichte | |
| ISBN-10 | 1-394-25292-7 / 1394252927 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-394-25292-3 / 9781394252923 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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