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Christian Origins in Ephesus and Asia Minor Hardcover – September 1, 2017

by Mark R. Fairchild (Author)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 27 ratings
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Located in modern-day Turkey, Ephesus was the cradle of the early church. Covering current research in the cities of Priene and Tripolis, this second edition of Mark R. Fairchild's respected study gathers a wealth of information, original photographs, and detailed maps to provide context for the biblical account of the developing Christian community as it struggled to find its way in a hostile world. This volume provides crucial context for the biblical account with historical information gathered from ancient literary sources, archaeological discoveries, and a variety of early Christians, charting the growth and development of the early Christian church as ministry from the community at Ephesus produced Christian congregations throughout Asia Minor.

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Over 145 Maps & Full‐Color Pictures

Enjoy dozens of maps and full‐color pictures of key places, archeological finds, and more.

  • Asia Minor 1st Century Map
  • Maps of Paul's missionary journeys
  • 40 pictures of archaeological discoveries and ruins in Ephesus
  • And more!

Solid Overview Based on Archaeological Finds

Find out fascinating facts on biblical events, places, travel routes, and more—all based on recent archeological finds.

Glossary, Chronology, and Time Line

See key information at a glance with its color‐coded time line and glossary of key terms.

Up‐to‐Date Information Based on Recent Archaeological Finds

Up‐to‐Date Information Based on Recent Archaeological Finds

This book doesn't just sprinkle archaeological discoveries into its text as "side information." Instead it uses archaeological discoveries to drive the discussion of Ephesus and Asia Minor.

Each discovery provides incredible insight!

Christian Origins in Ephesus and Asia Minor

Christian Origins in Ephesus and Asia Minor
Enhance Your Study with 145 Maps & Photographs

Combining photographs with incredible cultural insights and recent archaeological discoveries, this guide provides a much‐needed context for the New Testament.

Dig Deeper into Key Places and People in the New Testament

From Priscilla and Aquila in Ephesus to Paul's missionary journeys, dig deeper into 20 key Bible places!

Over 85% of the New Testament books cover events that occurred after Jesus' death. To fully understand this part of Scripture, it's important to grasp Jewish, Greek, and Roman cultures. Featuring 145 maps, full‐color pictures, and up‐to‐date commentary, this guide provides a solid overview of the culture of 20 key cities in the New Testament that were impacted by the spread of early Christianity and their cultures:

  • Ephesus
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About the Author

Mark R. Fairchild (Ph.D., Drew University) is the Luke J. Peters Professor of Biblical Studies at Huntington University. He has visited and researched over 300 ancient sites throughout Turkey that date back to the Hellenistic (Greek) and Roman periods.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Hendrickson Academic; Second edition (September 1, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 288 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1683070526
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1683070528
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.5 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.8 x 8.4 inches
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    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 27 ratings

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5.0 out of 5 stars very detailed and informative
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2022
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Dr. Mark FairChild is a blessing for all of us who want to know biblical history and the demographics, archeology of where the biblical scenes took place or are being referenced in the bible. Thank you for such wonderful work!
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Jimmy R. Reagan
5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource!
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2017
This is the book that I will be taking with me if I am ever privileged to tour Turkey and all the Bible sites there involving Paul or the Seven Churches of the Revelation. Since I have done some solo touring in Israel, I know what I’m looking for in a book that I would want to carry with me every day of the trip, and this is that kind of book. This second edition is an attractive hardback that would still easily fit in a backpack for travels. In the meanwhile, this book will also serve as an outstanding Bible study resource.

The book begins with some vivid maps of First Century Asia Minor, followed by maps of Paul’s First and Second Missionary Journeys. In fact, the maps were created by Tutku Tours. After a brief introduction, chapter 1 introduces us to Ephesus. After background information and Bible history are shared, we get wonderful pictures and a tour guide to the archaeological site. In fact, the map on pages 10 and 11 are the same sort of map you would get if you were touring the site. If you use the map, and then the text, pictures, and descriptions given, you could easily plan your trip. The armchair traveler would feel as if he or she were there too. The paper and visual quality are similar to the small books you often find at tourist sites, though much more true to Bible history.

Chapters 2 and 3 spread out from Ephesus to places like Miletus, Priene, Colossae, Hierapolois, Troas, and Assos. The quality of text, pictures, and tour guide information maintains its high level. Chapter 4 looks at Peter and John’s ministry in Asia Minor while chapter 5 turns its attention to the Seven Churches of Revelation. Finally, chapter 6 continues this history for the years after the New Testament period.

After a brief conclusion, the book ends with a helpful glossary as there are many terms the reader might not be familiar with, timelines for archaeological periods, and historical ones as well. The author even attaches a lengthy bibliography for important commentaries on the New Testament as well as historical and archaeological resources on all the sites studied in the volume.

I’m really impressed with this book and recommended for either Bible touring or Bible study. You’ll be a winner either way!

I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
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YavuzTheGuide
5.0 out of 5 stars Brief and efficient information about the biblical sites and 7 churches
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2020
I am a Prof. Tour Guide living in Turkey.At the end of one of my tours,somehow I took this book and started to study it.The More I read,the more curious I get.I learnt a lot from that book and when I had 7 churches tour with my groups,they were surprised and amazed by all the information I provided for them thanks to Mark. And I was thinking I wish I could meet him to thank to him in person.And when I see the 7 churches expertmanship on social media,u cant imagine how excited I get. My wish was granted. I met him and thanked to him in person. You've been an excellent teacher and a humble friend at the same time Mark.Thank you for everything.
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Kenneth Patterson
5.0 out of 5 stars An Outstanding Book on Early Christianity in Ephesus and the Surrounding Region
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2020
An excellent volume on Ephesus and numerous little-known ancient towns in western Turkey. The book reviews the past history of these cities and towns, notes the origin of Christianity at these places and offers an up to date survey of archaeological work at these sites. The volume is loaded with excellent photos and maps of the ancient cities and concisely describes the Biblical and early Christian developments at these places.
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Cameron Dryden
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Accessible--A Great Resource
Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2017
Excellent book for both tourist and/or history buff interested in ancient cities in Asia Minor in the time of the Roman empire. Over 100 gorgeous color photos of the archaeological remains in 20 cities, along with descriptions of each city's history, Christian beginnings, and current archaeological remains.

What I especially appreciate are the detailed maps of each of these ancient cities: Ephesus, Miletus, Priene, Hierapolis, Tripolis, Aphrodisias, Alexander Troas, Assos, Smyrna, Pergamum, Sardis, Laodicea, Magnesia, Metropolis, Nysa, and Nicaea. Very hard to find many of these and I know--I've tried!
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David deSilva
5.0 out of 5 stars A first-rate guide to the archaeological sites and their biblical relevance
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2022
As a professor of the New Testament who has traveled extensively throughout Turkey, Mark Fairchild is impeccably qualified to write a book such as this. The running text immerses the reader in the local contexts of the early Christian mission in the Roman province of Asia and also several key cities from neighboring provinces north and south, the story of that mission beginning in Ephesus and spreading thence through Roman Asia, and the ongoing development of the mission through the opening decades of the first century. Sections focus on Paul's mission, the mission of Paul's team (e.g., Epaphras to Colossae, Hierapolis, and Laodicea), the world of 1 Peter and the Johannine Letters (this is admittedly a very brief section), the Apocalypse of John, and, I would say in a natural but brilliant extension of the story, to Ignatius of Antioch and the Roman governor Pliny the Younger, famous for his letter to the emperor Trajan seeking guidance and confirmation for his prosecution of residents of Bithynia denounced to him as "Christians."

The book is richly illustrated with photographs, I imagine most of them taken by Fairchild himself. These include photographs of important landmarks from the sites themselves, but also well-selected inscriptions and artifacts connecting with the emerging story of Christianity and its literature. Substantial series of photographs on each site accompany sketches of the history of these cities, sketches of the beginnings of Christian (and often Jewish) presence in these cities, and descriptions of the remains available to be seen today. Photos themselves are well captioned with brief notes highlighting the significance of what is being shown. A number of archaeological site maps completes this package.

This is a beautifully produced and well written book that I would commend most enthusiastically, particularly to students (formal or informal) of the New Testament and the early Christian movement.
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