The Seven Cities of the Apocalypse and Greco-Asian Culture

The companion to The Seven Cities of the Apocalypse and Roman Culture, this study explores the social world in which early Christians functioned in Asia, providing a comprehensive picture of life in this eastern province of the Roman Empire and focusing on how the local environment affects the interpretation of the book of Revelation.The history, population, local culture, economies, and cults of each city are examined in detail. Including data from hundreds of sources, this volume should prove