Author:Zaki ShanoudaPublisher:Zaki ShanoudaPublish Year:1980Pages:254Categories:Church HistoryDescription:Encyclopedia of Coptic History (Volume VI)
Author Zaki Shanouda presents a detailed study of Roman society from Rome's origins to Nero's reign, paving the way for exploring the Christian era in Egypt and globally. The book covers the rise of the Roman state, its political, social, and religious civilization, and the conditions in Egypt under Roman rule before St. Mark the Apostle founded the Coptic Church. In conclusion, the author links the Copts' past and present, praising the Egyptian people's resilience and preservation of their ancient cultural identity despite severe Roman persecution and hardships.
