EXC 264/2: Places and Authorities of the Christianisation of Knowledge (SP B-5-4)

At a glance

Project duration
11/2012  – 10/2017
DFG classification of subject areas

Ancient Cultures

Funded by

DFG Excellence Initiative Cluster

Project description

This project investigated the Christianisation of knowledge in the Palestinian and Arabian provinces as well as the late antique province of Isauria, with particular consideration given to places and authorities central to this Christianisation process. The research was supplemented by studies of Jewish models and influences in the research area.

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Principal investigator

  • Person

    Prof. Dr. Dres. h. c. Christoph Markschies

    • Faculty of Theology
    • Ancient History of Christianity