Best History of Christianity?

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CatechumenPatrick

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I have searched for related threads on PB but have come up dry. What do you think the best (multi-volume) history of Christianity is? I want to read a thorough, extensive work during my break between my Bachlors and seminary, but am unsure what work to study. I am leaning towards Schaff's 8-volume history simply because it is so detailed and is a classic, but are there any other newer works that are just as good or better? (Any newer works that give a lot of focus on the history of theology, particularly?) Any advice would be well appercaited!
 
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I have searched for related threads on PB but have come up dry. What do you think the best (multi-volume) history of Christianity is? I want to read a thorough, extensive work during my break between my Bachlors and seminary, but am unsure what work to study. I am leaning towards Schaff's 8-volume history simply because it is so detailed and is a classic, but are there any other newer works that are just as good or better? (Any newer works that give a lot of focus on the history of theology, particularly?) Any advice would be well appercaited!
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I would go with Schaff! It is a classic and well respected!:book2:
 
Just a side note on this topic, There is the RTS recording of Dr. Frank James on Church History that I am currently working through. No book necessary and it's a free download audio file. 32 lessons each about 40 minutes long.
I know you are looking for a written work but just in case you are looking for something extra.
 
VirginiaHuguenot said:
This previous thread may be of interest:

Church History Books

There are also a number of church history links that I have posted for reference purposes here.
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Both links were helpful, thanks. I am thinking of reading Schaff's History and then supplementing it with Cunningham. Both authors seem to be the "standard" for the history of Christianity and theology. I was also considering the Cambridge history of Christianity, which is around 9 volumes I believe. The only problem is that it is outrageously expensive, especially compared to Scahff's 8 volumes for $75 on monergism!
 
caddy said:
Never heard of him! Definately will have to check him out.

You can't go wrong with Schaff. Very readable. Classic work. ;)
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Needham is readable and enjoyable and you will want you to find out more. I'll give you a refund if you don't like him (well, may be not if there is something wrong with you). You could also check out some audio materials here and here (search 'Needham') and here. For N Needham on the da Vinci Code click here. The author has a PhD. from Edinburgh, is a pastor and is a lecturer of church history (see here).
 
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