Rich and the Pure
A portrait of history's first complex Christian society as seen through the lens of Christian philanthropy and gift givingAs the Roman Empire broke down in western Europe, its prosperity moved…
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A portrait of history's first complex Christian society as seen through the lens of Christian philanthropy and gift givingAs the Roman Empire broke down in western Europe, its prosperity moved decisively eastward, to what is now known as the Byzantine Empire. Here was born history's first truly affluent, multifaceted Christian society. One of the ideals used to unite the diverse millions of people living in this vast realm was the Christianized ideal of philanthrōpia. In this sweeping cultural and social history, Daniel Caner shows how philanthropy required living up to Jesus's injunction to "Give to all who ask of you," by offering mercy and/or material aid to every human being, regardless of their origin or status.Caner shows how Christian philanthropy became articulated through distinct religious ideals of giving that helped define proper social