A Brief History Of The Christian Church: From The First Century To The Reformation is a historical account of the origins and development of Christianity from its inception in the first century to the Protestant Reformation of the 16th century. Written by John Spencer Bartlett in 1855, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the major events, figures, and movements that shaped the Christian Church during this period.The book begins with an introduction to the historical context of the first century, including the Roman Empire and the Jewish religious landscape. It then traces the development of Christianity from its origins in Judaism, through the early church fathers, and the establishment of the Roman Catholic Church. The book also covers the various schisms and controversies that arose within the church, including the Great Schism between the Eastern and Western churches.The second half of the book focuses on the Protestant Reformation, which began in the 16th century and resulted in the establishment of various Protestant denominations. Bartlett provides an in-depth analysis of the key figures and events that led to the Reformation, including Martin Luther, John Calvin, and the Council of Trent.Overall, A Brief History Of The Christian Church: From The First Century To The Reformation provides a comprehensive and accessible overview of the history of Christianity. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, theology, or Western civilization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.