1979 - The Rise and Decline of the Indian Church of the Thomas Christians
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1979 - The Rise and Decline of the Indian Church of the Thomas Christians
1979
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This book examines the historical growth of the St. Thomas Christian community in India and the challenges and divisions the Church experienced in later periods. Fr. Placid J. Podipara, a noted scholar of the history of the Syro-Malabar Church, explores the ecclesiastical traditions and historical development of this ancient Christian community.
The work focuses on the origins and growth of the Thomas Christians of Kerala, their connections with the East Syriac Church, their interactions with foreign ecclesiastical authorities, and the internal divisions that shaped their history. It provides insight into the religious traditions, ecclesiastical relationships, and historical transformations of the Christian community associated with the tradition of St. Thomas the Apostle. The book is a useful reference for understanding the historical development of Christianity in India, particularly the traditions and history of the St. Thomas Christians of Kerala.
The work focuses on the origins and growth of the Thomas Christians of Kerala, their connections with the East Syriac Church, their interactions with foreign ecclesiastical authorities, and the internal divisions that shaped their history. It provides insight into the religious traditions, ecclesiastical relationships, and historical transformations of the Christian community associated with the tradition of St. Thomas the Apostle. The book is a useful reference for understanding the historical development of Christianity in India, particularly the traditions and history of the St. Thomas Christians of Kerala.