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""History of the Christian Church: From the Ascension of Jesus Christ to the Conversion of Constantine"" is a comprehensive account of the early Christian Church written by Edward Burton and published in 1847. The book covers the period from the time of Jesus Christ's ascension into heaven up to the conversion of the Roman Emperor Constantine to Christianity. Burton's work provides a detailed examination of the development of the Christian Church during a crucial period in its history. He explores the growth of the Church in various regions, including Palestine, Asia Minor, Greece, and Rome. The author also discusses the emergence of different Christian sects, such as the Gnostics and the Ebionites, and their impact on the Church.The book also delves into the political and social context in which the Christian Church was born and grew. Burton provides a detailed account of the Roman Empire's attitude towards Christianity, including the persecution of Christians under various emperors. He also examines the role of prominent figures in the early Church, such as Saint Paul, Saint Peter, and Saint James.Overall, ""History of the Christian Church"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the early history of Christianity. It provides a comprehensive overview of the Church's development during a crucial period and sheds light on the various factors that contributed to its growth and success.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.