Voluntary Associations in the Graeco-Roman World

John S. Kloppenborg, Stephen G. Wilson

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English

Routledge
17 October 1996

European history; Ancient history: to c 500 CE; Classical history & classical civilisation; Religion: general; Ancient religions & mythologies; Social groups: clubs & societies

Based upon a series of detailed case studies of associations such as early synagogues and churches, philosophical schools and pagan mystery cults. Employing modern sociological concepts, the essays show how the various associations were constituted, the extent of their membership, why people joined

them and what they contributed to the social fabric of urban life. For many, those groups were the most significant feature of social life beyond family and work. All of them provided an outlet of religious as well as social commitments.

Stephen G. Wilson, Carleton University, Ontario; John S. Kloppenborg, University of Toronto; Wayne O. McCready; Wendy Cotter; Peter Richardson; Torrey Seland;

Edited by: John S. Kloppenborg, Stephen G. Wilson
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 28mm
Weight: 703g
ISBN: 9780415135931
ISBN 10: 0415135931
Pages: 352
Publication Date: 17 October 1996
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational , Primary , A / AS level
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Stephen G. Wilson, John S. Kloppenborg

Reviews for Voluntary Associations in the Graeco-Roman World

Many discussions incorporate rich archaelogical and social-scientific insights. Depth and scholarly currency recommend this book to undergraduate libraries with strong classics programs. It is an absolute must for graduate libraries.